The proposed bill amends Title 35 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to create an All Payor Claims Database (APCD) under a new Chapter 34, aimed at improving transparency and accessibility of health care data. The Health Care Cost Containment Council is designated to oversee the collection, aggregation, and analysis of health care data while ensuring compliance with privacy laws. The bill requires the General Assembly to allocate at least $4 million for the APCD's establishment and allows for additional funding for its operations. The council will also form an advisory group to assist in determining data collection methods and reporting formats, promoting a comprehensive approach to health care data transparency.

The bill mandates that various data suppliers, including insurers and government programs, submit healthcare claims data to the council, covering a wide range of claims types and demographic information. It establishes confidentiality provisions for the data managed by the council, ensuring that personal health and financial information is protected under applicable laws. The council is responsible for analyzing the data and producing public reports to enhance consumer access to information. Additionally, the bill outlines enforcement mechanisms and penalties for noncompliance, granting authority to state departments to impose fines and other disciplinary actions, with collected penalties directed to the General Fund. The act will take effect 60 days after passage.