SB109

Further providing for definitions and for projects affecting submerged lands of the Commonwealth.

Complete·6/30/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania SB109 amends the Dam Safety and Encroachments Act to define "groin structure" and allow a license fee for related activities.

Pennsylvania SB109 amends the Dam Safety and Encroachments Act by adding a definition for "groin structure," which refers to a shore structure that may affect shore erosion, wave action, or inundation. The bill also allows the Department of Environmental Resources to charge a license fee of up to $250 for activities related to constructing, repairing, replacing, operating, maintaining, or removing groin structures. This change aims to regulate and manage activities affecting submerged lands in the Commonwealth.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

202 Yea

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Calendar

Jun 23, 2025

11:00 AM

Environmental & Natural Resource Protection (h) Hearing

Jun 10, 2025

12:00 AM

Appropriations (s) Hearing

History

Jun 30, 2025

House

Signed in House

Jun 30, 2025

Senate

Presented to the Governor

Jun 30, 2025

Senate

Approved by the Governor