The bill amends Title 34 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to enhance junior hunter projects and establish a mentored hunter season. It mandates the Pennsylvania Game Commission to initiate and administer at least two junior license hunter projects and a new mentored hunter season aimed at fostering interest in hunting among young individuals and mentored adults. The bill specifies that participants in these projects must comply with existing regulations, with certain exceptions related to licensing requirements.

Additionally, the bill introduces a new seven-day mentoring season that follows the regular firearms deer season, allowing individuals with specific licenses to hunt deer and designated small game species while accompanied by a mentor. It also modifies the regulations regarding the regular antlered deer hunting season, establishing specific opening dates for different districts. The act is set to take effect 60 days after its passage.

Statutes/Laws affected:
Printer's No. 2017 (Jun 25, 2025): 34-327(a)