An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in support matters generally, further providing for paternity; and, in general provisions relating to children and minors, further providing for blood tests to determine paternity.

HB 1973 updates Pennsylvania's state law regarding paternity determination, specifically changing procedures for using blood tests to establish biological fatherhood. It directly affects parents, children, and courts involved in paternity cases where biological relationship is disputed. The bill modifies existing rules to clarify when and how blood tests can be ordered or required to confirm paternity in domestic relations matters. This is a procedural change to existing statutes, not a new benefit or restriction. The bill is currently under review by the Children & Youth committee.