Pennsylvania HB2440 amends hunting laws to allow licensed hunters to use bait on private property to address wildlife issues.

Pennsylvania HB2440 amends Title 34 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to modify the offense of unlawful devices and methods in hunting and furtaking. The bill adds an exception allowing licensed hunters to use bait on private property in areas designated by the commission to address wildlife disease transmission or habitat degradation. This exception is in addition to any other purposes established by commission regulations. The changes will take effect 60 days after the act's passage.

Pennsylvania HB2440 amends hunting laws to allow licensed hunters to use bait on private property to address wildlife issues.

Pennsylvania HB2440 amends Title 34 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to modify the offense of unlawful devices and methods in hunting and furtaking. The bill adds an exception allowing licensed hunters to use bait on private property in areas designated by the commission to address wildlife disease transmission or habitat degradation. This exception is in addition to any other purposes established by commission regulations. The changes will take effect 60 days after the act's passage.