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, 2003-2004
The records of the Game and Fisheries Committee from the 2003-2004 session, the Republicans in the Majority. The Chairs were Bruce Smith (Majority) and Edward Staback (Minority). The Vice Chairs were Teresa Forcier (Majority) and Gary Haluska (Minority). The Secretaries were John Evans (Majority) and Neal Goodman (Minority).
Game and Fisheries Committee, 2005-2006
The Game and Fisheries Committee records for the 2005-2006 session, the Republicans in Majority. The Chairs were Bruce Smith (Majority) and Edward Staback (Minority). The Vice Chairs were Teresa Forcier (Majority) and Neal Goodman (Minority). The Secretaries were Keith Gillespie (Majority) and Marc Gergely (Minority).
Game and Fisheries Committee, 2007-2008
Game and Fisheries Committee, 2009-2010
The records of the Game and Fisheries Committee from the 2009-2010 session, the Democrats in majority. The Chairs were Edward G. Staback (Majority) and Craig A. Dally (Minority). The Vice Chairs were Gary Haluska (Majority) and Mark K. Keller (Minority). The Secretaries were Kevin P. Murphy (Majority) and Todd Rock (Minority).
Game and Fisheries Committee, 2011-2012
Game and Fisheries Committee, 2013-2014
Game and Fisheries Committee, 2015-2016
Game and Fisheries Committee, 2017-2018
The 2017-2018 Game and Fisheries Committee saw the Republican Party in the Majority and the Democratic Party in the Minority. The Chairs were Keith Gillespie (majority) and Bryan Barbin (minority). The Vice Chairs were Dan Moul (majority) and Gerald Mullery (minority). The Secretaries were Barry Jozwiak (majority) and Ed Neilson (minority).
Re-organization, informational meetings, voting meetings, Legislative Bear Trip, Elk trip, Game Commission Annual Report, public hearings.
Game and Fisheries Committee, 2019-2020
Game and Fisheries Committee, 2021-2022
The 2019-2020 Game and Fisheries Committee saw the Republican Party in the Majority and the Democratic Party in the Minority. The Chairs were Keith Gillespie (majority) and Ed Neilson (minority).
Re-organization, informational meetings, voting meetings, Legislative Bear Trip, Elk trip, Game Commission Annual Report, public hearings.