An Act providing for trauma-informed maternity care education for certain health care professionals; and imposing duties on licensing boards and the Department of State.
This bill requires maternity care providers in Pennsylvania, including nurses, doctors, and social workers, to complete four hours of trauma-informed care training when renewing their licenses. It mandates that state licensing boards approve specific training curricula within 180 days of the law's effective date. The legislation defines trauma-informed care as a practice that prioritizes safety, trust, and empowerment while addressing the impact of trauma and historical inequities.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Apr 14, 2026
Last action Apr 14, 2026
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Apr 14, 2026
Committee
Referred to Professional Licensure
lower
1 primary · 16 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Marla Brown
RRepublican
Co
Andre Carroll
DDemocratic
Co
Ben Sanchez
DDemocratic
Co
Carol Hill-Evans
DDemocratic
Co
Danielle Otten
DDemocratic
Co
Elizabeth Fiedler
DDemocratic
Co
Jamie Flick
RRepublican
Co
JM
Jen Mazzocco
DDemocratic
Co
Joanna McClinton
DDemocratic
Co
Joe Hohenstein
DDemocratic
Co
Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz
DDemocratic
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