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PA HB2298

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/18/2026

Primary Sponsor

Kerry Benninghoff

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Pennsylvania's Dog Law to add a definition of "stun gun" as a device designed to emit electronic, magnetic, or other charges to temporarily immobilize or incapacitate

  • Dog wardens and department employees may only carry, possess, or use firearms or stun guns while performing duties if they have secretary approval and hold current certification in firearm/stun gun use and handling

  • Acceptable certification programs include the Lethal Weapons Training Act, sheriff/deputy sheriff education and training, municipal police education and training, or a program approved by the Pennsylvania State Police Commissioner

  • Dog wardens who lack the required approval and certification prior to the effective date are prohibited from carrying firearms or stun guns until they obtain proper certification

  • Takes effect 60 days after enactment

Legislative Description

In short title and definitions, further providing for definitions; and, in enforcement and penalties, further providing for enforcement of this act by the secretary and provisions for inspections.

Last Action

Referred to Agriculture & Rural Affairs

3/18/2026

Committee Referrals

Agriculture & Rural Affairs3/18/2026

Full Bill Text

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