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This bill amends the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to consolidate and update the Scrap Material Theft Prevention Act, focusing on preventing theft of scrap materials by establishing strict requirements for scrap processors and recycling facility operators. The bill mandates that these operators collect detailed information for transactions over $100, including the seller's driver's license, signature, vehicle license plate, and transaction details. For commercial accounts, operators must maintain comprehensive records, including tax identification numbers and transaction specifics. The legislation restricts the purchase of certain materials like new production scrap, commercial metal property, burned wire, beer kegs, and catalytic converters, allowing such purchases only from commercial enterprises. Scrap processors must register with the Pennsylvania State Police, pay a $100 registration fee, and display their registration number. Violations can result in fines up to $2,500 for a first offense, escalating to a misdemeanor for subsequent violations. The bill also allows for vehicle impoundment in cases of scrap material theft, with impoundment periods ranging from 30 to 180 days depending on the offense. Additionally, the law preempts local ordinances seeking to regulate scrap material processing, creating a uniform statewide approach to preventing scrap material theft.

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