House. Game and Fisheries Committee
Dates
- Existence: 1967 - Present
biographical statement
The Game and Fisheries Committee was established to protect, propagate, manage and preserve the game and wildlife of Pennsylvania. Several species of wildlife including the white-tailed deer, the black bear, the wild turkey, the elk, and the peregrine falcon have endured numerous and potentially dangerous changes in Pennsylvania’s landscape through the conservation efforts of the committee. These efforts are essential to the fiscal vitality of the state, as our wildlife serves as a key attraction to out-of-state tourists and a valuable natural resource that contributes to the quality of life for all Pennsylvanians. The Committee on Game and Fisheries works to conserve and maintain these natural resources for the benefit of all people, as they provide an array of recreational opportunities and improve the aesthetics of most outdoor setting. The Committee works closely with both the Fish and Boat Commission and the Game Commission to devise beneficial legislation and conduct public hearings.
Since the Committee acquired its current title in 1967, the Game and Fisheries Committee has taken many steps to overhaul and improve formerly existing policies regarding everything from hunting to nuclear power. The Committee has recodified the Pennsylvania Game Laws, improved wildlife habitats and stream quality, and made personal watercraft safety a chief concern. In addition, several public hearings have been held through the years regarding an increase to fishing and hunting license fees. The Committee has also regulated turkey-hunting safety by requiring hunters to wear “blaze orange” attire to protect themselves and others while outdoors.
Found in 20 Collections and/or Records:
Game and Fisheries Committee, 1979-1980
This Collection contains the records of the Game and Fisheries Committee for the 1979-1980 session. Republicans in Majority. William W. Foster (R) served as Chair and Clarence E. Dietz (R) served as Vice-chair with Terry L. Punt served as Secretary. Topics discussed included but not limited to; Licensing, Fees and Disabled Persons Accessability.
Game and Fisheries Committee, 1981-1982
The records of the 1981-1982 Game and Fisheries Committee, the Republicans in the majority. William W. Foster (R) served as Chairman, Clarence E. Dietz (R) served as Vice-Chairman, and Marilyn S. Lewis (R) served as Secretary. Some of the issues discussed by the committee were bear hunting, nonresident fishing licenses, and the purchase of game land.
Game and Fisheries Committee, 1983-1984
Game and Fisheries Committee, 1989-1990
The 1989-1990 Session of the Game and Fisheries Committee was chaired by Russell Letterman (Democrat) of the Majority. Michael Gruitza (Majority) served as Vice Chair and Curtis Bowley (Majority) served as Secretary. Paul Wass served as Minority Chair while Bruce Smith served as Minority Vice Chair. There was no Minority Secretary.
Game and Fisheries Committee, 1991-1992
The 1991-1992 Session of the Game and Fisheries Committee was chaired by Thomas J. Fee (Democrat) of the Majority. Michael C. Gruitza (Majority) served as Vice Chair and Michael Kelly Hanna, Sr. (Majority) served as Secretary. Leonardo Quirico Gruppo served as Minority Chair while Bruce I. Smith Jr. served as Minority Vice Chair. There was no Minority Secretary.
Game and Fisheries Committee, 1993-1994
The records of the Game and Fisheries Committee from the 1993-1994 session, the Democrats in majority. The Chairs were Thomas J. Fee (Majority) and Merle H. Phillips (Minority). The Vice Chairs were Michael C. Gruitza (Majority) and Robert W. Godshall (Minority). The Secretary was Dan A. Surra (Majority).
Game and Fisheries Committee, 1995-1996
The Game and Fisheries Committee records from the 1995-1996 session, the Republicans in the Majority. The Chairs were Bruce Smith, Jr. (Majority) and Michael C. Gruitza (Minority). The Vice Chairs were Teresa E. Brown (Majority) and Edward G. Staback (Minority). The Secretary was Patricia Carone (Majority).
Game and Fisheries Committee, 1997-1998
Game and Fisheries Committee, 1999-2000
The 1999-2000 Session Game and Fisheries Committee was a Republican Majority, with Chairs Bruce I. Smith, Jr. (Majority) and Gaynor Cawley (Minority). Vice Chairs were Teresa E. Forcier (Majority) and Edward G. Staback (Minority). Scott E. Hutchinson (Majority) and Thomas F. Yewcic (Minority) served as Secretaries.