An Act amending Title 63 (Professions and Occupations (State Licensed)) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in powers and duties, providing for amnesty for disciplinary actions regarding COVID-19 protocols.
HB 451 reinstates licenses suspended or revoked for failing to comply with Pennsylvania's pandemic-related health orders during the state's emergency period (March 6, 2020, to when the Governor's proclamation ended). It directly affects healthcare professionals and other licensed workers whose licenses were disciplined for non-compliance with specific COVID-19 protocols, including Governor proclamations, health department orders, or pandemic guidance. The bill automatically removes these disciplinary actions from records without requiring new applications or hearings. It takes effect immediately upon enactment.
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Introduction
Feb 2025
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Governor
Introduced Feb 3, 2025
Last action Feb 3, 2025
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Feb 3, 2025
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Referred to Professional Licensure
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1 primary · 14 co-sponsors
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