Pennsylvania’s Wildlife Agencies Face Merge | Philadelphia News

Pennsylvania’s two wildlife agencies are on the brink—facing shrinking license revenues and ballooning costs—with a new report revealing that merging them could save $34 million annually. Since 2009, hunters have dropped by 100K, and anglers are back to pre-pandemic lows, partly due to booming senior lifetime licenses that bring in less cash. Both commissions are projected to drain their reserves by 2034, even as expenses climb. A study by the Wildlife Management Institute found other similar-sized states operate leaner with fewer offices and smaller law enforcement teams. While the report offers a roadmap, consolidation would require legislative approval—and balancing the unique needs of hunters and anglers across the state’s sprawling lands and waters. 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/e87e82b5bc17ab88