In Delaware, where fines for hauling without a spotted lanternfly permit would range from $300 to $1,000, ... firewood, patio furniture, sheds and the wheel wells of cars, trucks … The quarantine is in place to stop the movement of Spotted Lanternfly to new areas within or out of the current quarantine zone and to slow its spread within the quarantine. The bugs have now been spotted in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Virginia, Maryland, Connecticut, Delaware and New York. The biggest risk is people transporting materials that contain Spotted Lanternfly egg masses such as farm equipment, firewood, trucks. Pennsylvania has declared war on this species that is native to Asia because of its devastating effect on the forest, and crops such as peaches, grapes, apples and more. Despite efforts to control the insect, known to be a prolific eater and breeder, it continued to spread. Not having a permit may result in being turned away, fines, and criminal / civil penalties! Trucks traveling from Eastern Pennsylvania may be required to have a permit if they have been in one of the quarantined zones due to the spread of the Spotted Lanternfly. Spotted Lanternfly Quarantine Checklist for Vehicle Inspection IMPORTANT: Before traveling from the quarantine area, check for spotted lanternfly egg masses, adults, and nymphs. "Driver, your mayfly and mosquito permits are in order, but I don't see a monarch butterfly permit here, and your grill is in illegal possession of two and a half monarchs. Businesses who travel in, out, or throughout the Spotted Lanternfly quarantine are required to obtain a Spotted Lanternfly permit. Spotted lanternfly is an invasive insect that can damage many crops. Trucks based in the quarantine zone must be have permits. Trucks stopping in quarantine zones will be subject to inspection by the PDA for the spotted lanternfly. According to Pennsylvania’s Spotted Lanternfly Quarantine Order, violators can receive a criminal citation of up to $300 per violation and a civil penalty up to $20,000 per violation, as well as revocation of the permit if PDA determines the permit-holder has not complied. “[A] Spotted Lanternfly permit is required for those located or working within the quarantine, who move vehicles, products or other conveyances within or out of the quarantine,” according to the PA Department of Agriculture. The Spotted Lanternfly has the potential to spread to uninfested areas by natural means or through the movement of infested articles. This insect has the potential to greatly impact the grape, hops and … The Spotted Lanternfly is a new pest to the United States and has become established in the Commonwealth. The truck drives through the quarantine area but does not stop to load or unload any product. Trucks that load in the quarantine area must have permits. For Businesses, agencies, and organizations a Spotted Lanternfly permit is required for those located or working within the quarantine, who move vehicles, products or other conveyances within or out of the quarantine. No, it’s not the name of the latest mystery novel, TV series, or movie, but an insect that’s the cause of major problems for the trucking industry. Spotted Lanternfly Trucking Permits and Quarantine February 04, 2019 The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture will begin a hard enforcement of a new permit required for trucks and shippers on May 1, who are located or work in a quarantine zone for Spotted Lanternflies (SLF).