SB1034

In child protective services, further providing for exclusions from child abuse.

Introduced·10/3/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania SB1034 amends child protective services to include certain crimes against children in reporting requirements.

Pennsylvania SB1034 amends Title 23 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to expand the definition of child abuse to include specific crimes against children. These crimes include rape, involuntary deviate sexual intercourse, sexual assault, aggravated indecent assault, indecent assault, indecent exposure, unlawful dissemination of intimate images, and sexual abuse of children. These acts will now be subject to the reporting requirements of the child protective services chapter. The changes will take effect 60 days after the act is passed.

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History

Oct 3, 2025

Senate

Referred to Judiciary