An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in particular rights and immunities, providing for immunity for security officers of religious organizations.

HB 1681 grants civil immunity to volunteer security officers of religious organizations in Pennsylvania for actions taken while protecting the organization's property or people. It protects these volunteers from lawsuits related to injuries or property damage caused during defensive actions, such as monitoring visitors or reporting incidents like theft or trespass. This immunity does not apply if the security officer acts recklessly, maliciously, or with gross negligence. The bill specifically covers volunteers (not paid staff) who provide security services as defined by their religious organization, which must be organized primarily for worship or spiritual development.