PennsylvaniaResolution would name October 3, 2026, Pennsylvania Elk Hunt Day
The proposed resolution would have Pennsylvania's House recognize October 3, 2026, as “Pennsylvania Elk Hunt Day” to honor the state's elk hunting tradition.
What it does
Pennsylvania's House would recognize October 3, 2026, as “Pennsylvania Elk Hunt Day.” The one-day designation would honor the state's elk hunting tradition.
Argument forThe recognition could help residents learn about elk hunting history and the wildlife work that helped Pennsylvania's elk herd recover.
Argument againstHonoring elk hunting alone could give less attention to the many visitors who come to Pennsylvania to watch elk.
More detail
The Pennsylvania House of Representatives would name October 3, 2026, “Pennsylvania Elk Hunt Day.” The recognition would apply throughout Pennsylvania. The designation would depend on the House adopting the resolution. The proposed recognition is for October 3, 2026, only.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Adopted
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Sep 28Reported as committedLatest
- Vote recorded Committee vote (Game & Fisheries): Report Bill As Committed. Result: pass.Lower
- Sep 21Referred to Game & FisheriesIntroduced
- Sep 28Reported as committedLatest
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