NRA-ILA | Pennsylvania: Senate Committee Passes Legislation to Allow Unrestricted Sunday Hunting

Pennsylvania: Senate Committee Passes Legislation to Allow Unrestricted Sunday Hunting

Tuesday, June 24, 2025

On Tuesday, the Senate Game & Fisheries Committee voted 6-5 to pass Senate Bill 67 and House Bill 1431 to the Senate floor for a vote. These bills repeal restrictions on Sunday hunting, allowing Pennsylvania to join the overwhelming majority of states without restrictions. Only two states, Massachusetts and Maine, completely ban Sunday hunting. Pennsylvania is one of six states with partial restrictions.

This legislation preserves Pennsylvania’s sporting heritage by increasing opportunities for Pennsylvania hunters. This legislation is a vital hunter recruitment tool that will assist in attracting the next generation of hunters. With time at a premium for working families, allowing this extra weekend day is critical. This is an opportunity for young Pennsylvanians to be introduced to hunting and begin their lifelong appreciation and love for Pennsylvania’s sporting heritage.

HB 1431 and SB 67 are eligible for votes on the Senate floor. HB 1431 was previously passed the House.

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