HB453

In general provisions, further providing for definitions; in Commonwealth services, further providing fordefinitions relating to intrastate mutual aid; and, in emergency responder mental wellness and stress management, further providing for definitions.

Chamber Passed·4/8/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania HB453 amends definitions for terms related to emergency responders, telecommunicators, and intrastate mutual aid.

Pennsylvania HB453 amends Title 35 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to redefine several terms. It adds a definition for "telecommunicator," specifying individuals employed by a public safety answering point to handle emergency and non-emergency calls. The bill also updates the definition of "emergency responder" to include various professionals with specialized skills needed in emergencies, such as emergency medical services providers, peace officers, and telecommunicators.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 10–0 · Apr 8, 2025
Current
The Senate
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

10 Yea

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0 Nay

1 Not Voting

R

Calendar

Apr 21

10:00 AM

Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness (s) Hearing

Feb 26, 2025

10:00 AM

Veterans Affairs And Emergency Preparedness (h) Hearing

History

Jun 10

Senate

Laid on the table (Pursuant to Senate Rule 9)

Apr 21

Senate

Reported as committed

Apr 21

Senate

First consideration