The National Deer Association (NDA) supports Senate Bill 67 (SB67), which will repeal Pennsylvania’s long-standing Sunday hunting ban. This important legislation, reintroduced by Senator Dan Laughlin (R-Erie), will provide hunters with more opportunities to engage in the vital work of wildlife management, expanding hunting opportunities for deer and other species in the Commonwealth.
Senate Bill 67 will allow the Pennsylvania Game Commission to establish hunting seasons that include Sundays. This simple yet significant change will give hunters an additional day to pursue their passion, increasing the amount of time available to manage wildlife populations, including deer. The bill has garnered broad support from sportsmen’s groups, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and the Pennsylvania Farm Bureau. This legislative initiative has been supported by numerous state-based and national organizations as well.
Why is this important?
Hunting is essential to the management of Pennsylvania’s wildlife. By increasing the number of days hunters can be in the field, we can help ensure that deer populations are properly managed and that hunters remain engaged in the sport. By providing an extra day of opportunity, specifically a weekend day, hunters have more time to be in the woods. A lack of time is often one of the reasons hunters stop hunting. Repealing the Sunday hunting ban will help keep hunters in the field, contributing to the conservation of Pennsylvania’s natural resources for generations to come.
Moreover, the inclusion of Sunday hunting will give hunters much-needed flexibility in scheduling their trips. This added opportunity will ensure that more deer are harvested responsibly, reducing overpopulation and the risks that come with it—like vehicle collisions, crop damage, and the spread of chronic wasting disease (CWD).
Take Action Now
We need YOU to help us get this bill passed. Contact your local legislator and urge them to vote “YES” on Senate Bill 67. Let them know that you support repealing the Sunday hunting ban, and this bill is a critical step toward better wildlife management and increased opportunities for hunters across Pennsylvania. Together, we can make a difference for the future of hunting and wildlife conservation in Pennsylvania.