HB 2554
An Act amending Titles 30 (Fish) and 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission, further providing for executive director; and, in Pennsylvania Game Commission, further providing for director.
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Bill overview
This bill amends the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to update the procedures for appointing the executive directors of the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission and the Pennsylvania Game Commission. Specifically, it requires the commissions to conduct a competitive, national search for qualified candidates when a vacancy occurs, and establishes procedures for appointing acting directors during vacancies. The bill also includes requirements for job descriptions and eligibility criteria for these positions.
Key provisions
- Requires a competitive, national search for executive directors and directors when vacancies occur.
- Establishes a process for appointing acting directors during vacancies, limiting the term to two consecutive three-month periods.
- Mandates the development of job descriptions outlining required experience and knowledge for executive director and director positions.
- Requires the commission to publish vacancy notices in the Pennsylvania Bulletin and on its website.
- Prohibits current commission members and those who served within the past year from being appointed.
- Specifies that appointments are made ‘at the pleasure’ of the commission or with Governor approval.
- Addresses compensation for executive directors, requiring Governor approval.
- Clarifies the role of the executive director as chief waterways patrolman.
Who is affected
- Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission
- Pennsylvania Game Commission
- State government employees
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