Pennsylvania HB1305 establishes the Office of Child Advocate to advocate for children's interests.

Pennsylvania HB1305 establishes the Office of Child Advocate within the Department of Human Services to independently advocate for children's interests. The Child Advocate, appointed by the Governor, will have powers to review complaints, access confidential information, and make recommendations to improve child health and safety programs. The office will operate independently and provide annual reports to the Governor and the General Assembly. The Child Advocate must have at least six years of relevant experience and will be a mandated reporter under child protective services laws.

Pennsylvania HB1305 establishes the Office of Child Advocate to advocate for children's interests.

Pennsylvania HB1305 establishes the Office of Child Advocate within the Department of Human Services to independently advocate for children's interests. The Child Advocate, appointed by the Governor, will have powers to review complaints, access confidential information, and make recommendations to improve child health and safety programs. The office will operate independently and provide annual reports to the Governor and the General Assembly. The Child Advocate must have at least six years of relevant experience and will be a mandated reporter under child protective services laws.