Pennsylvania HB1640 protects reproductive health services records from disclosure without patient consent.

HB1640 amends Title 42 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to protect reproductive health services records from disclosure in civil actions, investigations, or proceedings without explicit written consent from the patient or their legal representative. Covered entities must inform patients of their right to withhold consent. Exceptions include disclosures authorized by court rules, to the entity's attorney or insurer, to the Department of State for complaints, and in cases of suspected abuse. This act does not affect existing laws on confidential communications.

Pennsylvania HB1640 protects reproductive health services records from disclosure without patient consent.

HB1640 amends Title 42 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to protect reproductive health services records from disclosure in civil actions, investigations, or proceedings without explicit written consent from the patient or their legal representative. Covered entities must inform patients of their right to withhold consent. Exceptions include disclosures authorized by court rules, to the entity's attorney or insurer, to the Department of State for complaints, and in cases of suspected abuse. This act does not affect existing laws on confidential communications.