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January 26, 2010, 3:21 pm

The committee reported out four bills amending Title 34 (Game). Reported as amended was HB 1859 which significantly increases the fines and penalties for certain violations of the code and SB 1026 providing for the implementation of a “Governor’s Elk Tag”. Reported as committed were HB 181 clarifying the law enforcement powers and duties of Wildlife Conservation Officers and Deputy Conservation Officers and HB 1523 lowering the blood alcohol content of adults for determination of hunting or furtaking under the influence of alcohol. The committee also reported as committed SB 1200 which mandates the Commonwealth to join the Interstate Wildlife Violator Compact. Check the Capitol Toolbox later today for the full story.

Senate State Government – 12:30 p.m.

June 1, 2009, 12:09 pm

The committee conducted a public hearing on the Department of General Services 2009 Proposed Real Property Disposition Plan. Properties in the plan included the Scotland School for Veterans’ Children; two staff residences at the State Correctional Institute-Chester; and a vacant lot at Edinboro University. Check the Capitol Toolbox later for the full story.

Senate Game & Fisheries – 12:00 noon

May 5, 2009, 2:46 pm

The Senate Game Committee held a hearing this morning to receive an update from the Fish and Boat Commission on the commission’s annual report. PFBC Executive Director Doug Austen highlighted the commission’s activities and suggested alternative funding sources so the commission is not faced with significant fee increases every 7-10 years.

Look for the complete story in the Capitol Toolbox later this evening.

Senate Game & Fisheries – 9:30 a.m.

April 29, 2009, 9:06 am

The committee voted to report as committed SB 301, SB 302, SB 535, and HB 281. They also voted to report as amended SB 574 and HB 92. Check the Capitol Toolbox later for the full story.