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This enacted ordinance prohibits Philadelphia hospitals from forcibly sending noncitizen patients who are ill or injured to another country without consent. Before arranging such a transfer, hospitals must obtain informed consent, check for health coverage, reduce health risks, and submit reports; violations may lead to fines, probation, and damages for affected patients.

Amending Chapter 6-400 of The Philadelphia Code, to end the unlawful deportation of noncitizen patients by hospitals to the patients' countries of origin without their consent.