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2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Camera Bartolotta and 9 co-sponsors

Redefines eligibility for medically dependent or tech-dependent children in PA pediatric extended care, requiring physician prescription and RN supervision for ongoing therapies.

Referred to Education

Overview

Bill: SB 1380

Session/Jurisdiction: Pennsylvania, 2025-2026

Status: Referred to Education (as of 2026-06-18)

Primary sponsors: Vance; additional co-sponsors include Picozzi, Yaw, Robinson, Bartolotta, Langerholc, Vogel, Gebhard, Nick Miller, Pennycuick, Williams

Note: The text provided appears to be an older bill (introduced 2010) with references to the Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care Centers Act. The summary below reflects the content in the bill text as given, focusing on the act amendments related to pediatric extended care definitions, which the bill seeks to amend.

Purpose and Intent

The bill amends the act governing pediatric extended care centers to modify and clarify definitions relevant to the care of medically dependent or technologically dependent children.

Specifically, it adjusts the definition of “child” and, more importantly, the definition of “medically dependent or technologically dependent child” within the Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care Centers Act.

Key Provisions

Redefinition of “Child”

Maintains that a “child” is a person under twenty-one years of age.

Redefinition/Clarification of “Medically Dependent or Technologically Dependent Child”

The bill narrows or clarifies the criterion to be considered a medically dependent or technologically dependent child.
The revised definition describes a child who, due to a medical condition, requires continuous therapeutic interventions or skilled nursing supervision.
The required interventions must be prescribed by a licensed physician and administered by or under the direct supervision of a licensed registered nurse.

Effective Date

The act would take effect immediately upon enactment.

Who/What is Affected

Pediatric extended care centers within Pennsylvania that operate under the Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care Centers Act.

Providers serving children who meet the revised definition of “medically dependent or technologically dependent child.”

Licensed physicians and licensed registered nurses involved in the administration and supervision of prescribed therapies and skilled nursing care for these children.

Potential Impact

Clarified eligibility and regulatory scope for pediatric extended care centers serving medically or technologically dependent children.

May influence licensure, supervision requirements, and the scope of services (therapeutic interventions and skilled nursing) provided under the act.

Could affect staffing models, including physician prescription requirements and RN supervision standards, for pediatric extended care facilities.

Notes for Readers

The provided bill text appears to be an older version (introduced 2010) of SB 1380. The summary above reflects the content as presented: amendments to definitions within the Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care Centers Act, with a focus on who qualifies as a medically dependent or technologically dependent child and the required oversight for care.

If pursuing current status or alignment with the 2025-2026 session, verify the latest bill text, exact title, and any subsequent amendments or reintroductions.

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