This bill amends Titles 18 and 75 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to enhance the legal framework surrounding human trafficking. It introduces new definitions, including "Authorized entity," "Coordinator," "Governmental entity," and "Victim determination statement," which clarify the roles of various organizations and individuals involved in identifying and assisting victims of human trafficking. A new section, 3027, is added to allow courts and authorized entities to issue victim determination statements, which document an individual's status as a victim of human trafficking. This statement must include the duration of victimization and any offenses related to that status.

Additionally, the bill establishes a process for victims of human trafficking to restore their driving privileges if they have had their operating privileges suspended or revoked due to their victimization. Under the new section 1559, individuals can petition for relief by submitting their victim determination statement and relevant details about the offenses they faced. The Department of Transportation is tasked with reviewing these petitions and restoring driving privileges if it determines that the individual does not pose a traffic safety risk. The bill aims to provide support and resources for victims while ensuring their rights are protected.

Statutes/Laws affected:
Printer's No. 1076 (Jul 23, 2025): 18-3001