HB2243

In human trafficking, further providing for safe harbor for sexually exploited children; and, in juvenile matters, repealing provisions relating to dependency in lieu of delinquency.

Chamber Passed·6/16/26

Pennsylvania HB2243 amends safe harbor provisions for sexually exploited children and repeals dependency in lieu of delinquency proceedings.

Pennsylvania HB2243 amends the state's human trafficking laws to provide safe harbor for sexually exploited children, exempting them from prosecution for certain non-violent offenses. It also repeals provisions allowing dependency proceedings in lieu of delinquency for certain offenses. The bill ensures that children under 18 who are victims of human trafficking are immune from prosecution for specific non-violent crimes and limits their detention to secure necessary services.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 37–0 · Jun 16
Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

198 Yea

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4 Nay

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Calendar

May 4

11:00 AM

Judiciary (h) Hearing

History

Jun 22

Senate

Referred to Judiciary

Jun 16

House

Re-reported as committed

Jun 16

House

Third consideration and final passage (198-4)