This bill amends Title 42 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to provide specific provisions regarding the jurisdiction and procedures related to reproductive health care services. It establishes that courts of record in Pennsylvania cannot order service or issue subpoenas for matters involving reproductive health care services in tribunals outside the Commonwealth. The bill defines "reproductive health care services" to include medical, surgical, counseling, or referral services related to the human reproductive system, such as pregnancy and contraception, that are lawfully performed in Pennsylvania.
Additionally, the bill outlines the authority of peace officers from other states to arrest individuals in Pennsylvania, explicitly stating that they cannot arrest individuals for crimes related to reproductive health care services. It also modifies the Governor's duty regarding fugitives from justice, indicating that the Governor cannot extradite individuals charged with crimes involving reproductive health care services that would be lawful in Pennsylvania. The bill includes provisions for the presigned waiver of extradition, with exceptions for offenses related to reproductive health care services. The act is set to take effect in 60 days.
Statutes/Laws affected: Printer's No. 1992 (Jun 23, 2025): 42-5324(a), 42-5335(b), 42-8922