Pennsylvania House Bill HB2341

Pennsylvania 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 3/31/26
• Refer: 3/31/26

Caption

Establishing the Health Care Facility Threat Assessment Grant Program; and imposing duties on the Department of Health.

Impact

If enacted, HB2341 would require health care facilities to apply for grants specifically to fund the acquisition of threat and risk assessment tools. The funding would be allocated through a competitive bidding process, and the Department of Health would oversee the distribution and management of these funds. Additionally, health care facilities benefiting from the grants would be accountable for compliance with the program's standards, reporting on their risk assessments, and any corrective actions taken as a result of those assessments.

Summary

House Bill 2341 aims to establish the Health Care Facility Threat Assessment Grant Program within the Department of Health of Pennsylvania. This program is designed to enhance safety and security in health care facilities through the procurement and implementation of a standardized threat and risk assessment platform. The bill outlines the definitions, operations, and funding mechanisms necessary for the program's success. Emphasizing the importance of operational readiness, the program will help health care facilities better understand and mitigate potential threats and risks they may face.

Contention

Debate over HB2341 may arise concerning the balance of oversight by the Department of Health versus the autonomy of health care facilities. Some proponents argue that establishing a robust framework for threat assessment is essential for the ongoing safety of health care environments, particularly in light of increasing concerns over violence in medical settings. Conversely, critics may express worries that stringent requirements could impose undue administrative burdens on facilities already facing operational challenges.