An Act amending Titles 23 (Domestic Relations) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in proceedings prior to petition to adopt, further providing for grounds for involuntary termination; and, in juvenile matters, further providing for disposition of dependent child.

Summary

This bill changes Pennsylvania's rules regarding when the state can involuntarily terminate a parent's rights before an adoption. It also updates the guidelines for deciding the living arrangements and care for children deemed dependent by the juvenile court. These changes aim to clarify the legal process for protecting vulnerable children and determining their long-term stability.

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