Pennsylvania HB1611 revises protections for abused elderly, establishes a statewide reporting system, and provides for protective services, financial.

HB1611 extensively revises provisions for protecting abused elderly in Pennsylvania, establishing a uniform statewide reporting and investigative system. It mandates protective services for older adults in need, prohibits financial exploitation, and outlines funding and regulations. The bill also imposes penalties for failure to report suspected abuse and makes editorial changes. It includes provisions for confidentiality, immunity from liability, and training for mandatory reporters.

Pennsylvania HB1611 revises protections for abused elderly, establishes a statewide reporting system, and provides for protective services, financial.

HB1611 extensively revises provisions for protecting abused elderly in Pennsylvania, establishing a uniform statewide reporting and investigative system. It mandates protective services for older adults in need, prohibits financial exploitation, and outlines funding and regulations. The bill also imposes penalties for failure to report suspected abuse and makes editorial changes. It includes provisions for confidentiality, immunity from liability, and training for mandatory reporters.