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This bill modifies Pennsylvania's domestic relations law regarding alimony pendente lite (temporary support during divorce proceedings) by expanding and clarifying the court's authority to award support. Specifically, the bill removes language that previously limited support to "proper cases" and instead allows courts to grant alimony or spousal support when the petitioning spouse demonstrates insufficient income and resources to meet basic needs, including legal costs of the divorce action. The bill explicitly states that determining support cannot be based solely on presumptive guidelines or the couple's marital standard of living. Additionally, the legislation maintains the court's existing power to grant exclusive use of the family home to either party during proceedings and to ensure continued health insurance coverage for the dependent spouse. The changes aim to provide more flexible and needs-based support determinations during divorce proceedings, with the bill taking effect 60 days after enactment.

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