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PA HB995
Bill
Status
3/24/2025
Primary Sponsor
Melissa Shusterman
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AI Summary
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Establishes a statewide disaster plan and response capability for owned animals affected by disasters in Pennsylvania
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Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA) must administer the program, allocate funding, and incorporate owned animal protection into the Commonwealth Emergency Management Plan
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Annual funding provided to agency-approved animal response teams for planning, developing, and maintaining animal response and rescue capabilities
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"Owned animals" includes pets, agricultural animals, and animals kept under Pennsylvania Game Commission permits, but excludes wildlife
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Takes effect 60 days after enactment
Legislative Description
In miscellaneous provisions relating to emergency management services, providing for emergency preparedness for owned animals.
Last Action
Referred to Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness
3/24/2025