by Overview of Pennsylvania law, statistics, legislation, and news stories related to Safe Haven Baby Boxes.
Law
- Title 23 PA CSA Domestic Relations, 6504.3
- The state has developed no regulations for the use of baby boxes, but at least two hospitals have designated areas where a baby may be left anonymously.
Pennsylvania Statistics
Baby Boxes: 0
Cases: 0
Legislation
2018
PN2802 Authorizes a hospital, police station, or other entity employing or otherwise providing access to an emergency services provider to provide voluntarily an incubator for the care of a newborn. Signed by Governor: December 22, 2017. Effective date: December 22, 2017.
Hearings/Testimony/Letters
None to date.
News & Commentary
What’s Up with Pennsylvania? No Safe Haven Baby Boxes, Daily Bastardette, June 22, 2021
Updated July 4, 2022
