SB857

In powers and duties in general, providing for real property acquisition limitations.

Introduced·6/18/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania SB857 limits real property acquisition by the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and.

Pennsylvania SB857 amends the Administrative Code of 1929 to impose limitations on real property acquisition by the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission. The bill mandates that municipalities and residents within the affected areas receive 30 days' notice and an opportunity to comment on any proposed land acquisition. It also requires the approval of the governing body of the county where the land is located before any purchase, trade, or acceptance of a gift of land can be completed.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

0
4
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Senate State Government: PN0958, Reported as Committed

7 Yea

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4 Nay

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Calendar

Jun 2

12:00 PM

State Government (s) Hearing

History

Jun 30

Senate

Laid on the table (Pursuant to Senate Rule 9)

Jun 2

Senate

Reported as committed

Jun 2

Senate

First consideration