This bill amends Title 42 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes by adding a new section, 5919.1, which establishes specific requirements for the use of informant testimony in criminal proceedings. The prosecution is mandated to disclose detailed information about the informant at least 30 days prior to any evidentiary hearing or trial. This includes the informant's identity, criminal history, cooperation agreements, and any statements made by the accused. Additionally, the court is required to conduct a reliability hearing to assess the admissibility of the informant's testimony unless waived by the defendant. If the prosecution cannot demonstrate the reliability of the informant's testimony, it will not be permitted at trial.

The bill also includes provisions for victim notification, requiring prosecutors to inform victims of any benefits offered to informants in exchange for testimony. Furthermore, it mandates that prosecuting entities maintain internal records of informants for 20 years, ensuring confidentiality and limiting access to these records. Definitions for key terms such as "benefit," "informant," and "prosecuting entity" are also provided to clarify the scope of the new regulations. The act is set to take effect 60 days after its passage.