Pennsylvania 2023-2024 Regular Session

Pennsylvania Senate Bill SB1088

Introduced
2/21/24  

Caption

In special licenses and permits, providing for agriculture access permit list.

Impact

If enacted, SB1088 would significantly impact state regulations governing agricultural activities. It would create a more formalized process for farmers and agricultural businesses to obtain permits, thereby ensuring that they are compliant with necessary regulations in a more straightforward manner. This proposed change is likely to foster a more supportive environment for agricultural development, as easier access to permits may encourage more individuals to engage in farming and related businesses, ultimately benefiting the state’s economy.

Summary

SB1088 focuses on enhancing the accessibility of permits and licenses specific to agriculture. The bill aims to create an agriculture access permit list, which would streamline the process for obtaining necessary permits related to agricultural activities. This legislation is part of broader efforts to support farmers and agricultural businesses by reducing bureaucratic hurdles and ensuring that the permits needed for operation are readily available and easier to access. In doing so, SB1088 aims to promote efficiency and encourage growth within the agricultural sector.

Sentiment

The sentiment around SB1088 appears to be predominantly positive among agricultural stakeholders and advocacy groups. Supporters argue that the bill represents a necessary adjustment to the existing regulatory framework, which can often be overwhelming for farmers. The feeling is that by streamlining access to permits, the bill will alleviate some of the stresses associated with compliance and allow farmers to focus more on farming rather than navigating complex regulations. However, there may be concerns from those who fear that simplifying regulations could lead to oversight issues.

Contention

Despite the positive sentiment, some points of contention may arise regarding the balance between regulatory oversight and ease of access. Critics might express concerns that a streamlined process could potentially lead to environmental or safety issues if necessary checks and balances are not maintained. The discussion surrounding SB1088 may highlight the ongoing tension between the necessity for regulatory compliance and the desire to support agricultural innovation and business operations.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

PA SB1087

In Pennsylvania Game Commission, further providing for organization of commission; in game or wildlife protection, further providing for report to commission officer and for surrender of carcass to commission officer; in hunting and furtaking, further providing for the offense of trespass on private property while hunting; and, in special licenses and permits, providing for agriculture access permit list.

PA SB67

In Pennsylvania Game Commission, further providing for organization of commission; in game or wildlife protection, further providing for report to commission officer and for surrender of carcass to commission officer; in hunting and furtaking, repealing provisions relating to hunting on Sunday prohibited, providing for hunting on Sunday and further providing for unlawful devices and methods, for the offense of trespass on private property while hunting and for hunting on Sunday without written permission; and, in special licenses and permits, providing for agriculture access permit list.

PA SB533

In hunting and furtaking licenses, further providing for license requirements; and, in special licenses and permits, further providing for regulated hunting grounds permits.

PA SB698

In hunting and furtaking licenses, further providing for license requirements; and, in special licenses and permits, further providing for

PA SB517

In Pennsylvania Game Commission, further providing for organization of commission; in game or wildlife protection, further providing for report to commission officer and for surrender of carcass to commission officer; in hunting and furtaking, further providing for trespass on private property while hunting; and, in special licenses and permits, providing for agriculture access permit list.

PA SB00124

An Act Concerning Long Island Sound, Coastal Permitting And Certain Group Fishing Licenses And Permits For Solid Waste Facilities.

PA HB2106

In hunting and furtaking, repealing provisions relating to hunting on Sunday prohibited, providing for temporary Sunday hunting authorized and for hunting and training on Sunday, repealing provisions relating to trespass on private property while hunting and to hunting on Sunday without written permission, providing for the offense of trespass on private land while hunting or furtaking and for the offense of hunting, trapping or taking game or wildlife without written permission and further providing for training dogs on small game; in special licenses and permits, further providing for field dog trials; and imposing penalties.

PA SB303

In preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; in hunting and furtaking, further providing for unlawful devices and methods and for restrictions on recreational spotlighting; in special licenses and permits, providing for game or wildlife recovery permits; and imposing penalties.

PA HB1113

In special licenses and permits, further providing for definitions, for exotic wildlife possession permits and for menagerie permits.

PA HB851

In preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; in Pennsylvania Game Commission, further providing for organization of commission, providing for prohibition and further providing for accountability; in hunting and furtaking, repealing provisions relating to hunting on Sunday prohibited, providing for temporary Sunday hunting authorized and for hunting and training on Sunday, repealing provisions relating to trespass on private property while hunting and to hunting on Sunday without written permission, providing for the offense of trespass on private land while hunting or furtaking and for the offense of hunting, trapping or taking game or wildlife without written permission and further providing for training dogs on small game; in special licenses and permits, further providing for field dog trials; imposing penalties; and making an editorial change.

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