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PA HB1051
PA HB1051In game or wildlife protection, providing for unlawful release of certain balloons; and imposing a penalty.
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Introduced
04/28/2023
04/28/2023
In Committee
04/28/2023
04/28/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
2023-2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in game or wildlife protection, providing for unlawful release of certain balloons; and imposing a penalty.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to prohibit the release of certain non-biodegradable or non-photodegradable balloons inflated with substances lighter than air, with some exceptions for scientific or meteorological purposes and hot air balloons that are recovered after launch. It imposes a civil penalty not exceeding $5 per balloon released above the allowable limit, with the funds going to the state's Game Fund. The bill takes effect 60 days after enactment.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (17)
Steve Malagari (D)*,
Heather Boyd (D),
Tim Brennan (D),
Joe Ciresi (D),
Kristine Howard (D),
Mary Isaacson (D),
Tarik Khan (D),
Milou Mackenzie (R),
Maureen Madden (D),
Abby Major (R),
Jeanne McNeill (D),
Marci Mustello (R),
Danielle Otten (D),
Tarah Probst (D),
Abigail Salisbury (D),
Ben Sanchez (D),
Mandy Steele (D),
Last Action
Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES (on 04/28/2023)
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