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PA HB587

Bill

Status

Engrossed

10/6/2025

Primary Sponsor

Paul Friel

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires commercial haulers and brokers of animal processing residuals and food processing residuals (AFPRs) to obtain certification from the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture before storing, transferring, transporting, or land-applying these materials in the state

  • Department of Agriculture must establish the certification program within 18 months, in consultation with the State Conservation Commission and Agricultural Advisory Board, including training on best management practices, transport safety, application rates, and recordkeeping

  • Certified haulers and brokers must maintain records for three years and comply with both this chapter and the Solid Waste Management Act; land application must follow applicable regulations

  • Administrative penalties of up to $1,000 for the first day of violation and $500 for each additional day, with the Department authorized to suspend or revoke certifications for noncompliance

  • Preempts all local ordinances regulating certification of commercial haulers and brokers of AFPRs; most provisions take effect in 60 days, with the certification program establishment requirement taking effect in 18 months

Legislative Description

Providing for commercial haulers and brokers of animal and food processing residuals; and imposing penalties.

Last Action

Referred to Agriculture & Rural Affairs

10/7/2025

Committee Referrals

Agriculture & Rural Affairs10/7/2025
Appropriations10/1/2025
Agriculture & Rural Affairs2/12/2025

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