HB 2114 Pennsylvania House · 2025-2026 Regular Session

An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in other offenses, providing for adhesive pest control devices; and imposing a penalty.

HB 2114 makes it a minor violation to use, place, or distribute adhesive pest control devices (like glue traps) without authorization. It directly affects the general public, as these devices are commonly used for pest control in homes or businesses. The bill includes two key exceptions: certified pesticide applicators under Pennsylvania's 1973 Pesticide Control Act, and research/governmental agencies using such devices under controlled conditions for scientific or public health purposes. Violations carry a maximum $25 fine, and the law defines "adhesive pest control devices" as any device using sticky or glue-based surfaces to capture or immobilize animals.
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Jan 2026
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Introduced Jan 6, 2026 Last action Jan 6, 2026
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