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PA HB1007

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/24/2025

Primary Sponsor

Perry Stambaugh

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes the Deterrent Fencing Cost-Share Program to help Pennsylvania farmers install fencing to prevent wildlife crop damage, with costs split equally (50/50) between the Game Commission and eligible landowners

  • Allocates $4 million from the Game Fund in the first year and $2 million annually thereafter, with the program running until July 1, 2036

  • Requires eligible landowners to demonstrate at least 10% crop loss from wildlife damage and to have participated in agricultural depredation programs for at least two consecutive years prior to applying

  • Department of Agriculture administers applications with 60-day approval/denial timeline; landowners must complete fencing construction within 9 months of receiving funds

  • Prohibits tampering with or dismantling program-funded fencing for 10 years; violations may result in full repayment of funds, fines, and disqualification from future participation

Legislative Description

In fiscal affairs, establishing the Deterrent Fencing Cost-Share Program and the Deterrent Fencing Cost-Share Program Fund; and imposing duties on the Department of Agriculture.

Last Action

Corrective Reprint, Printer's No. 1162

3/28/2025

Committee Referrals

Agriculture & Rural Affairs3/24/2025

Full Bill Text

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