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HB 1507

An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in hunting and furtaking licenses, further providing for resident license and fee exemptions.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz and 6 co-sponsors

Pennsylvania bill modifies resident hunting license fee exemptions, potentially expanding access for certain groups while reducing state game commission revenue from license sales.

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Bill Summary · HB 1507

Legislative bill overview

HB 1507 modifies Pennsylvania's hunting and furtaking license exemptions for residents, specifically adjusting who qualifies for reduced or waived license fees. The bill amends Title 34 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to expand or restructure existing exemptions that currently allow certain resident hunters to obtain licenses at reduced cost or for free.

Why is this important

License fee exemptions directly affect hunting accessibility and participation rates among different demographics. Changes to these exemptions can influence hunting opportunity for low-income residents, seniors, or other specified groups, while also affecting state Game Commission revenue used for wildlife management and habitat conservation.

Potential points of contention

  • Revenue impact: Expanding exemptions reduces hunting license fee revenue, potentially requiring the Game Commission to adjust budgets for enforcement, habitat management, or wildlife programs
  • Equity of exemption criteria: Determining which groups deserve exemptions (by age, income, disability status, military service, etc.) involves value judgments about fairness and access
  • Administrative burden: Implementing new or modified exemption criteria requires verification systems and may create compliance complexity for license vendors

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

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