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HB 1366

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

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Mark Gillen and 6 co-sponsors

HB 1366 modifies Pennsylvania's elk hunting license regulations to adjust hunter access, wildlife management, or licensing procedures in the state's game management system.

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Bill Summary · HB 1366

Legislative bill overview

HB 1366 modifies Pennsylvania's hunting license regulations specifically for elk hunting. The bill amends Title 34 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, which governs game and wildlife management. The specific provisions of the amendment are not detailed in the available information, but the focus is narrowly on elk hunting license requirements or procedures.

Why is this important

Elk hunting is a significant wildlife management and recreational activity in Pennsylvania. Changes to elk hunting licenses could affect hunter access, wildlife population management, revenue generation for conservation programs, and the balance between recreational opportunities and ecological sustainability in regions where elk populations exist or are being reestablished.

Potential points of contention

  • License accessibility vs. wildlife management: Changes could either expand hunter access (potentially straining elk populations) or restrict it (limiting recreational opportunities and licensing revenue)
  • Equity and fairness concerns: Modifications might affect how licenses are distributed among different hunter groups, raising questions about resident vs. non-resident access or lottery-based allocation systems
  • Conservation funding implications: Elk license fees fund Pennsylvania Game Commission operations; changes could impact available resources for habitat management and wildlife research

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

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