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PA HB1759
Bill
Status
7/23/2025
Primary Sponsor
Gregory Scott
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AI Summary
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Authorizes municipalities to impose fines up to $5,000 for "short dumping" (illegal disposal of trash, garbage, or debris from collection vehicles) and allows forfeiture of vehicles used in violations
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Permits municipalities to fine violators up to $500 per waste tire for improper tire disposal
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Requires a 6-month driver's license suspension for individuals penalized for short dumping, with municipalities notifying PennDOT to trigger the suspension
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Mandates businesses accepting waste tires maintain electronic records of tire quantities received and disposal receipts from authorized recycling facilities for a minimum of 5 years
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Directs collected fines toward recycling programs, waste tire disposal expansion, environmental remediation, and enforcement efforts; takes effect 120 days after enactment
Legislative Description
Providing for disposal of waste tires, trash and debris, for rules and regulations and for penalties.
Last Action
Laid on the table
2/4/2026