Committee narrows and advances anti‑SLAPP bill to cover sexual‑abuse disclosures The Judiciary Committee approved an amendment and then reported House Bill 713, which removes the prior exclusion for disclosures about sexual abuse or violence from Act 72 of 2024; an amendment that narrowed the bill passed 14–12 and the measure passed the committee 15–11.

A significant shift is underway in Pennsylvania as lawmakers advance House Bill 713, aiming to protect survivors who speak out about sexual abuse and violence by closing a crucial legal loophole.

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Pennsylvania House passes bill increasing penalties for crimes committed during violation of protection-from-abuse orders After hours of debate over due process and restorative justice, the Pennsylvania House passed House Bill 1909 to increase grading for certain criminal offenses committed during the violation of protection-from-abuse (PFA) orders; the vote was 104–94 and the bill is being returned to the Senate for concurrence.

The Pennsylvania House just passed a controversial bill that toughens penalties for crimes linked to protection-from-abuse order violations, igniting fierce debate on victim safety versus due process.

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Pennsylvania Senate Bill 44 Amends Human Trafficking Definitions and Victim Rights Bill establishes criteria for victim determination statements and restores operating privileges for victims.

Pennsylvania's Senate Bill 44 is paving the way for justice by redefining human trafficking and empowering victims with restored rights and privileges!

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Pennsylvania bill halts debt collection for victims during claim process Bill prohibits debt collection during pending claims to Office of Victims' Services

A new Pennsylvania bill is set to protect victims by halting debt collection while they navigate their claims process!

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Pennsylvania legislation defines victim services and establishes Family Leave Program Lawmakers outline definitions for victim advocacy and introduce Family and Medical Leave Program.

Pennsylvania's groundbreaking House Bill 200 is set to redefine support for victims of violence while introducing a vital Family and Medical Leave Program—changing lives and shaping the future of advocacy.

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