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PA HR421

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Introduced

3/2/2026

Primary Sponsor

Brenda Pugh

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates April 2026 as "Child Abuse Prevention Month" in Pennsylvania

  • Pennsylvania recorded 4,756 substantiated child abuse cases in 2024, with 60 children dying as a result of abuse

  • Mandated reporters submitted 35,043 child abuse reports in Pennsylvania in 2024

  • Commends individuals, community groups, and organizations working to treat and prevent child abuse throughout the Commonwealth

  • Urges all Pennsylvanians to participate in efforts to prevent child abuse

Legislative Description

Designating the month of April 2026 as "Child Abuse Prevention Month" in Pennsylvania.

Last Action

Referred to Children & Youth

3/2/2026

Committee Referrals

Children & Youth3/2/2026

Full Bill Text

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