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Read. Follow. Verify.Senate urges Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission to add American Paddlefish to approved propagation list
Last action · October 27, 2026: Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES, Oct. 27, 2026Sponsor: Lisa Boscola
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What This Bill Would Do
The Pennsylvania Senate urges the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission to evaluate and add the American Paddlefish to the Species by Watershed Approved for and Introductions list to support native species restoration and watershed health.
The measure calls for regulatory changes that could permit the stocking and propagation of a native prehistoric fish species in state waters, potentially affecting conservation efforts and local recreational fishing opportunities.
Who It Would Affect
Groups the bill's text would affect if enacted, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission
The commission is requested to evaluate and potentially approve the addition of the American Paddlefish to its approved propagation and introduction list.
Local communities and small businesses
Communities and outdoor outfitters could experience enhanced recreational fishing opportunities, ecotourism, and economic activity from the presence of distinctive fish species.
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Votes, people, money & the original sourceWhere This Stands
Currently in committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.
Procedural history
1 action- Oct 27, 2026SenateCommitteeReferred to GAME AND FISHERIES, Oct. 27, 2026
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