The Hospital Closure Procedure and Notification Act establishes a comprehensive framework for the closure of general hospitals and significant impact closures in Pennsylvania. It mandates that hospital authorities must develop and submit a detailed closure plan, which requires approval from the Office of Attorney General and relevant health departments, ensuring that patient care continuity and community health needs are prioritized. The act outlines specific timelines for submitting notices, conducting public hearings, and providing health equity impact assessments, which must include data on patient access, transit options, and fiscal impacts on the community.

Additionally, the act stipulates that hospital authorities must engage with the community through public hearings and provide mechanisms for public comment on closure plans. It includes provisions for enforcement actions if hospitals fail to comply with the act, allowing for civil actions by the Attorney General or district attorneys. The act also emphasizes the importance of maintaining patient care and support for affected employees during the closure process, while ensuring that the necessary regulations are developed to implement these requirements effectively.