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2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Anthony Bellmon and 14 co-sponsors

The bill requires providing pregnant patients with information on perinatal mood and anxiety disorders and strengthens the Department of Health’s role in disseminating resources an

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Bill Summary · HB 2127

Summary of HB 2127 (Pennsylvania) — 2025-2026 Session

Note: This bill, HB 2127, is described as an act related to perinatal or postpartum mood and anxiety disorders and resources, and to govern powers and duties of the Department of Health. The material below reflects the bill’s public-facing intent and provisions based on the available bill text history and summaries.

Purpose and Intent

  • To require that information regarding perinatal or postpartum mood and anxiety disorders (including screening, resources, and related supports) be provided to pregnant patients.
  • To establish or clarify the responsibilities and authorities of the Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH) in relation to perinatal mental health, information dissemination, and related services.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • Information Dissemination to Pregnant Patients:
    • The bill mandates that information about perinatal or postpartum mood and anxiety disorders be provided to pregnant patients.
    • Requires accessible information on symptoms, screening options, and available resources for treatment and support.
  • DOH Powers and Duties:
    • Creates or clarifies statutory duties for the Department of Health to implement, administer, and oversee perinatal mental health information and resources.
    • May include requirements for DOH to develop, coordinate, or distribute screening materials, referral processes, or provider guidance.
  • Screening and Resources:
    • The bill is described as relating to postpartum depression screening and care, suggesting provisions to promote screening for mood disorders and facilitate access to care for affected individuals.
  • Coordination with Health Care Providers:
    • Likely includes expectations for health care providers to offer information and referrals, integrate perinatal mental health considerations into prenatal/postpartum care, or participate in DOH-led initiatives.
  • Fiscal and Administrative Components:
    • The act passed finalizing with alternative amendments and involved appropriations considerations during committee stages, indicating potential funding or resource allocation for DOH health promotion activities, screening, and referral networks.

(Note: The bill’s text includes multiple amendments and cross-references to Senate actions and House amendments, reflecting complex legislative processing and potential refinements to provisions.)

Who Would Be Affected

  • Pregnant patients and new mothers:
    • Direct recipients of mandated information about perinatal mood and anxiety disorders.
    • Potential beneficiaries of enhanced screening and access to resources.
  • Health care providers (obstetricians, midwives, primary care clinicians, etc.):
    • Likely required to provide information, offer screening, and facilitate referrals consistent with DOH guidance.
  • Department of Health:
    • Responsible for implementing the information program, coordinating with healthcare entities, and possibly overseeing related resources and screening initiatives.
  • Health systems and clinics:
    • May need to incorporate mandated information distribution and screening practices into perinatal care workflows.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Legislative History:
    • Introduced in the 2023-2024 session as HB 2127; carried through multiple votes, amendments, and committee actions.
    • Passed final floor actions in October 2024 after concurrence with Senate amendments.
    • Act No. 102 of 2024 was issued (October 16, 2024), indicating enactment.
  • Process Notes:
    • The bill’s journey included referrals to Health, Health & Human Services, and Appropriations committees in the Senate; concurrent amendments between House and Senate were processed.
    • Final enacted status shows cross-chamber concurrence and gubernatorial approval.

Potential Impacts

  • Public Health:
    • Increased awareness of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders among pregnant individuals.
    • Improved early identification and access to treatment and resources through standardized information and referrals.
  • Health Care Delivery:
    • Integration of perinatal mental health information into standard prenatal and postpartum care.
    • Strengthened linkages between patients, providers, and DOH-led resources.
  • Administrative:
    • DOH would assume or reaffirm responsibilities for dissemination and coordination, possibly including program development, guidance documents, and funding allocations.

If you’d like, I can tailor this summary to a specific audience (e.g., policymakers, health professionals, or the general public) or add a side-by-side comparison with prior law to highlight changes.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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