PA HB1031

Increases maximum fine for first-offense littering violations from $300 to $2,000, while maintaining the $50 minimum fine and required 5-30 hours of litter pickup community service

Raises maximum fine for second/subsequent littering offenses from $1,000 to $5,000, with possible imprisonment or 30-100 hours of litter cleanup

Doubles maximum fine for first-offense illegal dumping (larger-scale violations) from $5,000 to $10,000, classified as second-degree misdemeanor

Increases maximum fine for repeat illegal dumping offenses from $10,000 to $20,000, classified as first-degree misdemeanor with possible imprisonment or up to five years community service

Takes effect six months after enactment