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Pa. bill closing ‘gap’ for AI-generated child sexual abuse materials closer to becoming law
November 19, 2025

Pa. bill closing ‘gap’ for AI-generated child sexual abuse materials closer to becoming law

The Senate unanimously supported a bill that would expand current requirements for mandated reporters to include AI-generated child sexual abuse materials — even if it’s created by another minor.   [Read More]

Pa. bill closing ‘gap’ for AI-generated child sexual abuse materials closer to becoming law
November 19, 2025

Pa. bill closing ‘gap’ for AI-generated child sexual abuse materials closer to becoming law

The state Senate unanimously approved a proposal Wednesday that would require mandated reporters to alert investigators about suspected child sexual abuse materials generated by artificial intelligence, even if they’re created by or in the possession of a child.  [Read More]

Pa. bill closing ‘gap’ for AI-generated child sexual abuse materials closer to becoming law
November 19, 2025

Pa. bill closing ‘gap’ for AI-generated child sexual abuse materials closer to becoming law

The state Senate unanimously approved a proposal Wednesday that would require mandated reporters to alert investigators about suspected child sexual abuse materials generated by artificial intelligence, even if they’re created by or in the possession of a child.  [Read More]

Bill Break: Tuition Discount for Out-of-State Foster Students
November 19, 2025

Bill Break: Tuition Discount for Out-of-State Foster Students

Sen. Tracy Pennycuick, a Republican for Montgomery and Berks Counties, has legislation that expands the Fostering Independence Tuition Waiver Program to out-of-state students.  [Read More]

Lawmakers Warn of “Health Care Desert” Risk After Layoffs at Pottstown Hospital
November 15, 2025

Lawmakers Warn of “Health Care Desert” Risk After Layoffs at Pottstown Hospital

Layoffs at Pottstown Hospital are raising new concerns about access to medical care in western Montgomery County, writes Jim Melwert for KYW Newsradio.  [Read More]

Law Enforcement, Child Safety Advocates Call for Stronger Response to AI-Generated Child Sexual Abuse Material
November 13, 2025

Law Enforcement, Child Safety Advocates Call for Stronger Response to AI-Generated Child Sexual Abuse Material

Law enforcement officials and child advocacy organizations shared their support for strengthening laws and education about the harm artificial intelligence (AI) can bring to children during a public hearing of the Senate Majority Policy Committee hosted by Sen. Tracy Pennycuick.  [Read More]

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