A Resolution directing the Joint State Government Commission to conduct a study on the feasibility of establishing a registry for those who abuse individuals considered to be vulnerable populations.

SR 139 is a resolution directing the Joint State Government Commission to study whether Pennsylvania should create a registry tracking individuals who abuse vulnerable populations. The study would examine the feasibility of establishing such a registry for adults with disabilities and seniors (who currently lack protections similar to child abuse registries), including constitutional considerations, registry management, and impacts on employment and access to services like Medicaid. It requires the Commission to evaluate existing state registries, explore combined registry models, and gather input from agencies, disability advocates, senior groups, child protection organizations, and legal experts. This resolution does not create a registry but seeks to determine if one would be practical and effective.