HB732

Pennsylvania HB732 allows victims of domestic violence to opt out of shared telephone plans without charge.

Pennsylvania HB732 amends the state's protection from abuse act to allow victims of domestic violence to opt out of shared telephone plans without charge. Victims must submit a written request with supporting documentation, such as a police report or a protection from abuse order. The bill also mandates that documentation provided by victims be treated as confidential and subject to confidentiality laws. If a victim requests a new phone number, the provider must supply one within 24 hours at no charge. The bill applies to telephone plan contracts entered into after its effective date.