New law allows therapeutic program members in Pennsylvania to fish license-free

Posted by Christie Applegate on Sunday, April 21, 2024

If you like fishing — Governor Shapiro recently signed a bill into law that might peak your interest.

Senate Bill 146 allows some people without a fishing license the opportunity to fish.

In the past, this was only the case for individuals part of educational programs.

Now, its also the case for Pennsylvanians apart of therapeutic programs - like a rehab.

Senator James Brewster of Allegheny County originally introduced this bill which unanimously passed the house.

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