HB940

In child protective services, further providing for definitions.

Introduced·3/17/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania HB940 amends definitions in child protective services, specifically clarifying "sexual abuse or exploitation.

Pennsylvania HB940 amends Title 23 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, refining the definition of "sexual abuse or exploitation" within child protective services. The bill specifies various forms of sexual abuse and exploitation, including rape, trafficking in minors, involuntary servitude, statutory sexual assault, and more. It also details behaviors such as looking at a child's intimate parts for sexual gratification, engaging in sexually explicit conversations, and producing visual depictions of sexual activity.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

House Judiciary: Report Bill As Committed

26 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

May 14, 2025

10:00 AM

Judiciary (h) Hearing

History

May 14, 2025

House

Reported as committed

May 14, 2025

House

First consideration

May 14, 2025

House

Laid on the table