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PA HB430

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/31/2025

Primary Sponsor

Zachary Mako

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Wind turbine owners must submit notice to the Federal Aviation Administration and obtain a mission compatibility review from the Military Aviation and Installation Assurance Siting Clearinghouse before applying for state permits

  • Department of Environmental Protection cannot issue permits for wind turbines found to adversely impact military operations and readiness or pose unacceptable national security risks

  • Permits may still be issued if the owner reaches a mitigation agreement with the Clearinghouse, the adverse impact is deemed sufficiently minor, or the Clearinghouse fails to issue a determination within 180 days

  • Applies to wind turbines seeking permits on or after the effective date; does not invalidate permits already issued by the Department

  • Takes effect 180 days after enactment

Legislative Description

Imposing the duty on Department of Environmental Protection to prohibit the construction or installation of wind turbines that negatively affect military installations.

Last Action

Laid on the table (Pursuant to House Rule 71)

11/17/2025

Committee Referrals

Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness1/31/2025

Full Bill Text

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