Pennsylvania Wants Lake Erie Renamed | Harrisburg News

A Pennsylvania lawmaker is pushing to rename Lake Erie to Lake Pennsylvania, arguing it’s the only Great Lake touching the state and a vital part of Pennsylvanians’ identity and economy. With millions visiting annually for fishing and recreation, and most anglers actually living in PA, Rep. David Maloney believes the lake deserves a name that reflects its unique connection to the Commonwealth — especially since Ohio, New York, and Canada all have more or better claims on other lakes. The move could reshape how Pennsylvanians see their state’s natural heritage — and whether Congress will listen. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f785ea6a3c12fae5