HB969

Providing for management of responsible outdoor night lighting; and imposing duties on the Department of General Services.

Introduced·3/19/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania HB969 mandates responsible outdoor night lighting on state property, aiming to reduce light pollution and light trespass.

HB969, known as the Responsible Outdoor Lighting Control Act, sets guidelines for managing outdoor night lighting on state property in Pennsylvania. It mandates that lighting be fully shielded, minimizing glare and light trespass. The act requires lights to be directed downward, with a correlated color temperature (CCT) not exceeding 3,000K, and prohibits upward light emission. It also mandates the use of reflective signage and markings in lieu of outdoor lighting where appropriate.

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Where it stands

Current
Environmental and Natural Resource Protection Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Apr 7, 2025

11:00 AM

Environmental And Natural Resource Protection (h) Hearing

History

Mar 19, 2025

House

Referred to Environmental & Natural Resource Protection