What's New
Pennsylvania’s state parks and forests serve as critical habitat for endangered species, protect clean drinking water supplies for communities downstream, and afford recreational opportunities to millions of the state’s—and the nation’s—residents.
After passing the state House in mid-December, the Pennsylvania Appalachian Trail Act (HB1281) garnered the support of the state Senate this past spring and was signed into law by Governor Rendell. To see news coverage of PennEnvironment's work on this legislation, click here.



