An Act designating the Scarlet Tanager as the official migratory bird of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
This bill designates the Scarlet Tanager as Pennsylvania's official migratory bird, recognizing the species' importance to the state's natural heritage and ecosystems. The legislation formally acknowledges that Pennsylvania supports 17% of the global Scarlet Tanager population during breeding season and provides critical habitat in mature oak forests across the Commonwealth. By establishing this official designation, the bill aims to promote awareness of the bird's habitat needs and underscore the state's commitment to conservation and forest management. The act takes effect immediately upon passage.
Bill status
in committee
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Introduction
Mar 2026
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Governor
Introduced Mar 24, 2026
Last action Mar 24, 2026
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Mar 24, 2026
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Referred to Game & Fisheries
lower
1 primary · 26 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Mandy Steele
DDemocratic
Co
Brian Munroe
DDemocratic
Co
Dan Goughnour
DDemocratic
Co
Greg Vitali
DDemocratic
Co
Izzy Smith-Wade-El
DDemocratic
Co
Jamie Flick
RRepublican
Co
Jeanne McNeill
DDemocratic
Co
JM
Jen Mazzocco
DDemocratic
Co
Jeremy Shaffer
RRepublican
Co
Jim Haddock
DDemocratic
Co
Joe Hamm
RRepublican
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