Rep. Mandy Steele, a Democratic lawmaker from Fox Chapel, spearheads a bill that successfully repeals Pennsylvania’s 150-year-old Sunday hunting ban, a significant shift in state policy. The legislation, which now awaits Governor Josh Shapiro’s signature, aims to enhance hunting opportunities for deer, turkey, and bear, while aligning with Steele’s environmental advocacy.
Steele, who took up hunting as an adult, argues that the sport fosters a vital connection to nature, supporting conservation while also managing wildlife populations. Her push for expanded hunting rights has garnered bipartisan support, evidenced by the bill’s passage in the House with a 142-61 vote, with key Republican backing. As wildlife experts call for increased access to natural spaces, the law could create exciting new opportunities for hunters across the state.
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