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PA HB2257
Bill
Status
3/3/2026
Primary Sponsor
Joseph Webster
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AI Summary
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Requires the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, in consultation with county agencies, to develop a trauma-informed screening tool to identify children who are victims of or at risk of human trafficking involving sexual servitude.
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County agencies must administer the screening to all children alleged to be dependent children with whom the agency has contact.
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Children identified as victims or at-risk must be connected with specialized programs and services for sexually exploited children under 18 Pa.C.S. § 3062.
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Amends the Human Services Code (Act of June 13, 1967) by adding Section 710.
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Takes effect 90 days after enactment.
Legislative Description
In children and youth, providing for screening requirements.
Last Action
Referred to Human Services
3/3/2026