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Pennsylvania launches wildlife crossing initiative to cut collisions

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Pennsylvania is establishing its first interagency group, the Pennsylvania Wildlife Connectivity Work Group, to guide investments in wildlife crossings. This initiative aims to reduce vehicle-wildlife collisions, which have led to significant insurance claims and injuries in the state. The group, co-led by PennDOT and DCNR, will develop a strategic plan using a $840,000 federal grant to improve both transportation safety and wildlife conservation. AI

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Pennsylvania launches wildlife crossing initiative to cut collisions

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Noël Fletcher, Contributor ·

    Amid Spiking Insurance Claims, Pennsylvania Invests In Wildlife Crossings

    Pennsylvania is creating its first group of 11 stakeholder agencies to guide wildlife crossing investments, a move likely to lower vehicle collision insurance claims.

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