Pennsylvania 2025-2026 Regular Session

Pennsylvania House Bill HB2102

Introduced

12/15/25

Refer

12/15/25

Caption

Further providing for title of the act, for Pennsylvania Amber Alert System and Missing Endangered Person Advisory System (MEPAS) established and for immunity.

Impact

The proposed legislation aims to improve public safety measures by enhancing the infrastructure for alert systems. By establishing the Pennsylvania Purple Alert System, it creates a dedicated framework for the rapid dissemination of information regarding individuals who pose a high risk if missing. This could lead to improved outcomes in locating such individuals quickly, thereby potentially saving lives and ensuring better support for families impacted by such situations.

Summary

House Bill 2102 proposes amendments to the existing Pennsylvania Amber Alert System Law established in 2004. This bill not only retains the focus on the recovery of missing individuals but also introduces a new 'Pennsylvania Purple Alert System' aimed specifically at individuals with diagnosed intellectual or developmental conditions, such as autism or Alzheimer's disease, who are at special risk of harm. By expanding the alert systems in this way, the bill acknowledges the unique needs of vulnerable populations and seeks to enhance the state's response to instances of missing persons.

Contention

Notably, there has been some contention surrounding the changes in immunity provisions within the bill. The bill proposes that individuals who attempt to assist in locating persons under an Amber or Purple Alert will be granted immunity from civil liability, except in cases of gross negligence or willful misconduct. This provision is designed to encourage community involvement in responding to alerts without the fear of legal repercussions. However, it could also raise concerns about accountability and the standards of care provided in such urgent situations.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

PA SB307

Establishing the Pennsylvania Purple Alert System; and further providing for immunity.

PA HB552

Providing for the Pennsylvania Amber Alert System, the Missing Endangered Person Advisory System and the Green Alert System and for duties of the Pennsylvania State Police; assessing costs; providing for immunity and penalties; and making a repeal.

PA SB358

Establishing the Pennsylvania Green Alert System; and further providing for immunity.

PA HB1523

Concerning Missing Persons Alerts; To Codify The Arkansas Amber Alert System; To Codify The Arkansas Silver Alert System; And To Create The Missing Endangered Adult Advisory System.

PA HF2625

Conditions in which a missing person may be considered to be endangered specified, commissioner of public safety required to establish policies and protocols for issuing alerts to the public regarding missing and endangered persons, and Public and Local Alert Advisory Board established.

PA S2831

Establishes "Purple Alert System" to assist in finding missing persons.

PA A4344

Establishes "Purple Alert System" to assist in finding missing persons.

PA SF3007

Conditions in which a missing person may be considered to be endangered specification and Public and Local Alert Advisory Board establishment

PA SB371

To Establish A Standardized System To Aid In The Search Of Missing Children Who Do Not Meet The Criteria For Activation Of The Arkansas Amber Alert System.

PA HB2281

Missing indigenous person; alert system

Similar Bills

PA HB179

Authorizing the provision or sale of Pennsylvania milk in Pennsylvania schools.

PA SB463

Authorizing the provision or sale of Pennsylvania milk in Pennsylvania schools.

PA SB307

Establishing the Pennsylvania Purple Alert System; and further providing for immunity.

PA HB552

PA SB358

Establishing the Pennsylvania Green Alert System; and further providing for immunity.

PA HR136

Directing the Joint State Government Commission to conduct a study and establish an advisory committee to determine the impact on Pennsylvania taxpayers of Pennsylvania State Police full or partial police services for municipalities that do not maintain full police coverage.

PA HB553

Authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to Susquehanna Regional Transportation Authority certain lands situate in the City of Harrisburg, Dauphin County; authorizing the transfer of an easement interest in lands for a portion of the Project 70 lands owned by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission, known as Lake Winola Access, in Overfield Township, Wyoming County, to the Department of Transportation; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor and the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, to convey to Tioga County a tract of land, and to accept a tract of land from Tioga County, both tracts being located in Charleston Township, Tioga County; and authorizing the Department of General Services, on behalf of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, with the approval of the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and the Governor, to grant and convey to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, solely for the use of the Pennsylvania Game Commission, a parcel in Lehigh Township, Carbon County, in exchange for a tract partly in Nesquehoning Borough and partly in Lehigh Township, Carbon County, to be conveyed to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, acting by and through the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and added to Lehigh Gorge State Park.

PA HR356

Designating December 27 , 2025, as "Pennsylvania Elk Hunt Day" in Pennsylvania.