An Act prohibiting governmental action against parents, legal custodians and legal guardians of minors in the provision of certain information and services to minors; and providing for certain protection from child abuse claims.
This bill, titled the Protecting Parents of Transgender Children Act, prevents Pennsylvania government agencies from stopping parents or guardians from obtaining or allowing minors to access specific medical information and services. It defines these services as those that are medically accurate, medically appropriate, and evidence-based, ensuring that parental decisions in this area are not blocked by state authorities. Additionally, the law clarifies that a parent providing such information or services to a minor cannot be accused of child abuse under state law. The measure takes effect immediately upon passage.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jun 2024
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jun 20, 2024
Last action Jun 20, 2024
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Jun 20, 2024
Committee
Referred to Judiciary
upper
1 primary · 6 co-sponsors
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