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HB 1380

An Act amending the act of June 28, 1995 (P.L.89, No.18), known as the Conservation and Natural Resources Act, in Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, further providing for forests.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Mike Armanini and 6 co-sponsors

Pennsylvania bill amends forest management regulations under state conservation law; specific policy changes require full text review to assess environmental and economic impacts.

Referred to Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness
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Bill Summary · HB 1380

Legislative bill overview

HB 1380 amends Pennsylvania's Conservation and Natural Resources Act to modify provisions related to forest management and operations within the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. The bill's specific amendments are not detailed in the provided information, making a precise assessment of its scope difficult without access to the full text.

Why is this important

Forest management policies affect Pennsylvania's environmental quality, timber industry, wildlife habitat, public recreation access, and carbon sequestration. Changes to DCNR forest operations can have significant downstream effects on both conservation priorities and economic stakeholders dependent on forest resources.

Potential points of contention

  • Timber harvesting practices – Unclear whether amendments expand or restrict logging activities, which would affect environmental groups and timber industry differently
  • Public access vs. private interests – Forest amendments may impact hunting, hiking, and recreation rights versus property owner interests
  • Environmental protection standards – Changes could strengthen or weaken protections for sensitive ecosystems, water quality, and wildlife habitats
  • Committee referral concern – Routing to Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness rather than environmental committees suggests possible disaster recovery or emergency management framing rather than conservation focus

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

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