HB133

In proceedings prior to petition to adopt, further providing for relinquishment to adult intending to adopt child, for alternative procedure for relinquishment and for petition for involuntary termination; and providing for reinstatement of parental rights.

Chamber Passed·6/22/26

Pennsylvania HB133 amends adoption laws to allow for the reinstatement of parental rights under certain conditions.

Pennsylvania HB133 amends Title 23 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to allow for the reinstatement of parental rights for a former parent whose rights were terminated. The bill outlines procedures for filing a petition for reinstatement, including who may file such a petition and the information required in the petition. It specifies that the court must appoint counsel for the child and the former parent if necessary.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 36–1 · Jun 22
Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

191 Yea

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11 Nay

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Calendar

Jun 2

9:00 AM

Children & Youth (h) Hearing

Nov 18, 2025

10:00 AM

Children & Youth (h) Hearing

History

Jun 25

Senate

Referred to Judiciary

Jun 22

House

Re-reported as committed

Jun 22

House

Third consideration and final passage (191-11)