The proposed bill amends Title 35 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to create the Reproductive Health Services Address Confidentiality Program, aimed at safeguarding the addresses of individuals participating in reproductive health services who may be at risk of violence. It introduces a new chapter, Chapter 58A, which details the program's scope, definitions, eligibility criteria, application and certification processes, and administration. Key features include the issuance of a substitute address for official use, mandatory acceptance of this substitute address by state and local government entities, and provisions for the cancellation, expiration, and voluntary withdrawal of certifications. The bill also outlines conditions for disclosing actual addresses in emergencies and establishes penalties for violations while ensuring civil immunity for participants.

Additionally, the bill sets forth a framework for state and local government entities to request waivers to access the actual addresses of program participants under specific conditions, such as demonstrating a bona fide need and ensuring confidentiality. It allows for emergency disclosures of actual addresses with 24-hour access in situations that may prevent harm or are necessary for law enforcement. The bill includes penalties for providing false information or unauthorized access and mandates the department to adopt guidelines for implementation, with regulations to be promulgated by July 1, 2027. The act is scheduled to take effect 60 days after its passage.

Statutes/Laws affected:
Printer's No. 1994 (Jun 23, 2025):