Farmers engaged in pick-your-own businesses, corn mazes and other Agritourism activities are one step closer to having more protections from unnecessary liability risks. H.B. 101 (formerly H.B. 1348) passed the House on February 5, 2021 by a vote of 142-60. The bill now moves on to the Senate where it will first be considered by…
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Top Pa. election official to resign after agency bungled requirement for constitutional amendment
BREAKING NEWS: PA Department of State failed to advertise constitutional amendment to allow a two-year window to bring child sexual abuse claims. Secretary Boockvar resigns over this omission.
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Constitutional Amendments Moving
It takes a lot to amend Pennsylvania’s Constitution. The proposed amendment must pass two subsequent sessions of the General Assembly and then be placed before the voters in a referendum. In 2021, several proposed constitutional amendments are making their way toward the ballot. Last week, the House passed legislation that would amend the state’s Constitution…
Liability Protection for Agriculture Tourism Advances
A bill that could help farmers find much needed additional income to keep their farms going cleared the House Agriculture Committee. H.B. 101 would provide liability protection for Agritourism activities such as corn mazes, petting zoos, and apple picking. Farmers are reluctant to open their properties to the public due to the fear of lawsuits.…