Pennsylvania 2025-2026 Regular Session Status: In Committee 4 R cosponsors

HB 1007 — An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in fiscal affairs, establishing the Deterrent Fencing Cost-Share Program and the Deterrent Fencing Cost-Share Program Fund; and imposing duties on the Department of Agriculture.

Last action — Corrective Reprint, Printer's No. 1162

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This bill is in committee in the House. Introduced March 24, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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Bill Text

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Plain-language change summary

The changes in HB 1007 involve the removal of certain language relating to a program's title and the specific duties of the Department of Agriculture. By eliminating the term "Program" from the definitions section, the bill streamlines the language, making it clearer and more focused. This matters because clearer language can help reduce confusion for landowners and ensure they understand their rights and responsibilities under the law regarding fencing cost-share initiatives.

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CORRECTIVE REPRINT PRINTER'S NO.
1162 PRIOR PRINTER'S NO.
1007 2025 INTRODUCED BY STAMBAUGH, COOK, GUENST, ZIMMERMAN AND RADER, MARCH 24, 2025 REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS, MARCH 24, 2025 AN ACT Amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in fiscal affairs, establishing the Deterrent Fencing Cost-Share Program and the Deterrent Fencing Cost- Share Program Fund;
1007 2025 INTRODUCED BY STAMBAUGH, STENDER, GILLEN AND ZIMMERMAN, MARCH 24, 2025 REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS, MARCH 24, 2025 AN ACT Amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in fiscal affairs, establishing the Deterrent Fencing Cost-Share Program and the Deterrent Fencing Cost- Agriculture.m Fund;
and imposing duties on the Department of Agriculture.
and imposing duties on the Department of The General Assembly of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania hereby enacts as follows:
The General Assembly of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania hereby enacts as follows:
The purpose of the program is to provide deterrent fencing for eligible landowners to mitigate verifiable crop damage, thereby supporting agricultural productivity in this Commonwealth.
The purpose of the program is to provide deterrent fencing for eligible landowners to mitigate verifiable crop damage, thereby supporting agricultural productivity in 20250HB1007PN1162 - 2 - this Commonwealth.
20250HB1007PN1094 - 2 - (b) Cost-sharing requirement.--The cost of constructing deterrent fencing under the program shall be shared equally by the commission and the eligible landowner.
(b) Cost-sharing requirement.--The cost of constructing deterrent fencing under the program shall be shared equally by the commission and the eligible landowner.
(1) Money transferred or appropriated to the fund for 20250HB1007PN1094 - 3 - the program.
20250HB1007PN1162 - 3 - (1) Money transferred or appropriated to the fund for the program.
(b) Projected materials cost metrics.--The commission shall promulgate regulations for cost metrics for the construction of 20250HB1007PN1094 - 4 - deterrent fencing, based on projected material costs required to meet the specifications of subsection (a).
(b) Projected materials cost metrics.--The commission shall 20250HB1007PN1162 - 4 - promulgate regulations for cost metrics for the construction of deterrent fencing, based on projected material costs required to meet the specifications of subsection (a).
(d) Lessees.--A person who leases eligible property meeting the criteria under subsection (a) shall require notarized 20250HB1007PN1094 - 5 - written permission from the owner of the property to construct deterrent fencing in each location noted in the application under section 576(b)(2) (relating to application) at least 365 days prior to the date of application.
(d) Lessees.--A person who leases eligible property meeting 20250HB1007PN1162 - 5 - the criteria under subsection (a) shall require notarized written permission from the owner of the property to construct deterrent fencing in each location noted in the application under section 576(b)(2) (relating to application) at least 365 days prior to the date of application.
(c) Review and approval.--The department shall review each application to determine eligibility and completeness and shall 20250HB1007PN1094 - 6 - approve or deny the application within 60 days of receipt.
(c) Review and approval.--The department shall review each 20250HB1007PN1162 - 6 - application to determine eligibility and completeness and shall approve or deny the application within 60 days of receipt.
(b) Construction time.--The eligible landowner shall 20250HB1007PN1094 - 7 - complete the construction of the approved deterrent fencing project within nine months of receiving the money.
20250HB1007PN1162 - 7 - (b) Construction time.--The eligible landowner shall complete the construction of the approved deterrent fencing project within nine months of receiving the money.
(e) Noncompletion.-- (1) If the eligible landowner fails to complete the fencing project within the required time frame or if the 20250HB1007PN1094 - 8 - project fails final inspection after the opportunity for correction, the commission shall issue a demand for repayment of the disbursement provided under this subchapter within 60 days.
(e) Noncompletion.-- (1) If the eligible landowner fails to complete the 20250HB1007PN1162 - 8 - fencing project within the required time frame or if the project fails final inspection after the opportunity for correction, the commission shall issue a demand for repayment of the disbursement provided under this subchapter within 60 days.
(b) Penalties and discretionary repayment.-- (1) At the discretion of the commission, an eligible 20250HB1007PN1094 - 9 - landowner found to have committed an unlawful act under subsection (a) may be required to repay, in full, all money received under the program.
(b) Penalties and discretionary repayment.-- 20250HB1007PN1162 - 9 - (1) At the discretion of the commission, an eligible landowner found to have committed an unlawful act under subsection (a) may be required to repay, in full, all money received under the program.
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This bill establishes the Deterrent Fencing Cost-Share Program and Fund to support eligible landowners in constructing deterrent fencing for mitigating crop damage from wildlife.

  • Title 34

    Chapter 5 of Title 34 is amended by adding a subchapter to read: SUBCHAPTER F DETERRENT FENCING COST-SHARE PROGRAM

    A new subchapter is added to Title 34 regarding the Deterrent Fencing Cost-Share Program.

  • § 571

    Definitions are provided for terms like 'Crop,' 'Department,' 'Eligible landowner,' 'Fund,' 'Normal agricultural operation,' 'Program,' and 'Verifiable crop damage.'

    Definitions essential for understanding the terms used in the new subchapter are established.

  • § 572

    The Deterrent Fencing Cost-Share Program is established to provide deterrent fencing to eligible landowners to mitigate verifiable crop damage, sharing construction costs equally between the commission and landowners.

    A program is created to assist landowners in building fencing to prevent wildlife damage to crops.

  • § 573

    The Deterrent Fencing Cost-Share Program Fund is established within the State Treasury to fund the cost-sharing program, with specific sources and appropriation guidelines outlined.

    A dedicated funding source is created to support the cost-sharing program for deterrent fencing.

  • § 574

    The commission is required to promulgate regulations establishing specifications for deterrent fencing construction, including cost metrics for materials and labor.

    Regulatory standards for fencing construction are to be developed to ensure effectiveness against wildlife.

  • § 575

    Eligibility criteria for property and landowners seeking assistance are established, including requirements around normal agricultural operations and past depredation efforts.

    Clear eligibility requirements for landowners and properties seeking fencing cost-share assistance are defined.

  • § 576

    The application process for cost-share assistance is set forth, detailing required documentation and review procedures.

    A structured application process is established for landowners to request funding for fencing projects.

  • § 577

    Disbursement procedures for approved applications are outlined, including request timelines and construction completion requirements.

    Guidance is provided on how and when funds will be disbursed to landowners for fencing construction.

Action History

  1. Corrective Reprint, Printer's No. 1162

  2. Referred to Agriculture & Rural Affairs

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Frequently asked questions

Who sponsors HB 1007?
HB 1007 is sponsored by Perry A. Stambaugh (Republican), Michael Stender (Republican), Mark M. Gillen (Republican), and David H. Zimmerman (Republican).
What is the current status of HB 1007?
This bill is in committee in the House. Introduced March 24, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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