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.
SB 819 prevents Pennsylvania government from blocking parents, legal custodians, or guardians from obtaining or providing medically accurate health information or evidence-based medical services to minors. It defines "medically accurate" as supported by current medical research or major health organizations, and "evidence-based" as care aligned with medical guidelines. The law explicitly states that such actions do not constitute child abuse under state law. It applies broadly to all minors, protecting parents who act based on medical evidence and the child’s specific circumstances.
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in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jun 2025
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Jun 3, 2025
Last action Jun 3, 2025
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Referred to Judiciary
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1 primary · 5 co-sponsors
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