Advocates Pushed for Alice’s Law in Pennsylvania
The Journey to Justice group is urging senators to pass a bill creating a statewide elder abuse registry.
Updated on Sept. 26, 2026 in Legislative Policy
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Advocacy group Journey to Justice has called for the passage of Senate Bill 807, known as Alice's Law. The proposed legislation aims to establish a statewide registry to prevent elder abusers from moving between facilities.
Why it matters
The registry intends to strengthen essential protections for older Pennsylvanians by monitoring individuals with a history of abuse. Supporters argue that the legislation will ensure greater safety for vulnerable residents in care settings across the state.
Senate Bill 807, referred to as Alice's Law, proposes the creation of a statewide elder abuse registry. The legislation is currently awaiting further legislative action following its introduction.
The players
Journey to Justice
This is an advocacy organization based in Lewisburg that campaigns for improved protections for the elderly.
Lynda Schlegel Culver
She is a Pennsylvania state legislator who has worked on the development of Senate Bill 807.
The details
Lewisburg-based advocacy group Journey to Justice is coordinating efforts to lobby state senators for the passage of the bill. Lawmaker Lynda Schlegel Culver has worked on the legislation, which seeks to track abusers to prevent them from seeking employment at different care facilities.
Timeline
Lawmakers returned to Harrisburg in September 2026.
Political Context
The opposition to such registries often raises concerns regarding the potential for administrative overreach and the privacy rights of healthcare workers. Critics may argue that existing background check procedures are sufficient and that a centralized list could create undue barriers to employment.
If enacted, the law would create new mandatory reporting and tracking requirements for facilities providing care to older residents. Families may see changes in how prospective employees are vetted, providing a new layer of oversight for those seeking care services.
The takeaway
Proponents believe a centralized registry is a necessary step to close loopholes that allow repeat offenders to harm seniors in different facilities. Residents are encouraged to reach out to their state representatives to voice their support for the measure.
Further reading
Learn more about local government initiatives in the Legislative Policy section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Wkok.
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