An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; in Pennsylvania Game Commission, further providing for junior hunter projects; in hunting and furtaking, further providing for prima facie evidence of hunting and repealing provisions relating to trapping exception for certain persons; in hunting and furtaking licenses, further providing for license requirements, for eligibility for license and for unlawful acts concerning licenses; and, in special licenses and permits, further providing for permit fees.
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Overview
This bill makes changes to the Pennsylvania Game Code, primarily focusing on hunting and trapping licenses, junior hunter projects, and related regulations. It defines key terms like ‘furtaking,’ clarifies license requirements and eligibility, and repeals provisions concerning a trapping exception. The bill also aims to strengthen hunter education and mentorship programs within the Game Commission.
Key provisions
- Defines terms such as ‘accompany’ and ‘furtaking’ within the Game Code.
- Expands junior hunter projects, establishing at least two free hunting days for qualified junior hunters.
- Replaces the trapping exception for certain persons with a revised approach.
- Updates license requirements, including eligibility criteria and unlawful acts concerning licenses.
- Clarifies the ‘prima facie evidence of hunting’ provision.
- Amends sections related to hunter education and mentorship programs.
- Establishes requirements for accompaniment during hunting activities for certain age groups.
- Specifies permit fees.
Who is affected
- Pennsylvania residents interested in hunting and trapping.
- The Pennsylvania Game Commission.
- Junior hunters and aspiring hunters.
- Landowners in Pennsylvania.
- Individuals seeking hunting and trapping licenses.
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