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HB 402

An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, in organization of independent administrative boards and commissions, further providing for Agricultural Lands Condemnation Approval Board.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Perry Stambaugh

HB 402 modifies Pennsylvania's Agricultural Lands Condemnation Approval Board procedures within the state administrative framework, affecting how farmland acquisition through eminent domain is reviewed.

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Bill Summary · HB 402

Legislative bill overview

HB 402 amends Pennsylvania's Administrative Code of 1929 to modify procedures and authority of the Agricultural Lands Condemnation Approval Board. The bill alters how this board operates within the state's independent administrative structure, though specific changes are not detailed in the bill's title alone.

Why is this important

The Agricultural Lands Condemnation Approval Board oversees whether agricultural land can be taken through eminent domain, affecting farmers and rural communities when state or federal projects require land acquisition. Changes to this board's operations could impact the speed, criteria, or transparency of condemnation decisions affecting Pennsylvania's agricultural sector.

Potential points of contention

  • Agricultural protection vs. development: Modifications could either strengthen farmer protections against land seizure or streamline acquisition for infrastructure/development projects, depending on specific amendments
  • Board composition and expertise: Changes to board structure or membership could shift influence between agricultural interests, government agencies, and development stakeholders
  • Timeline and procedural changes: Alterations to approval processes may accelerate or delay condemnation cases, affecting both project timelines and landowner due process rights

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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