HR 482 Pennsylvania House · 2025-2026 Regular Session

A Concurrent Resolution recognizing July 4, 2026, as "Independence Day" in Pennsylvania and honoring the 250th anniversary of the United States.

This bill is a concurrent resolution that officially recognizes July 4, 2026, as Independence Day in Pennsylvania to honor the 250th anniversary of the United States. It highlights Pennsylvania's historical significance in the nation's founding, including its role in the Declaration of Independence and the birth of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps. The resolution serves as a formal acknowledgment of these events rather than creating new laws or funding.
Bill status in committee 3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2026
Committee Review
Apr 2026
House Passage
Apr 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Apr 22, 2026 Last action Jun 22, 2026
Floor votes · House Apr 27, 2026

How they voted

260
Passed
Total votes 26
Apr 27, 2026
D Democratic14
14 Yea
100% Yea
R Republican12
12 Yea
100% Yea
Vote distribution
All Yea All Nay Mixed No data
Full legislative history

Actions timeline

Total actions
4
Key actions
2
Committee
2
Apr 27, 2026
House · Passed
House Vote: pass (26-0)
house
Apr 27, 2026
Lower · Passed
Reported as committed
lower
Apr 22, 2026
Committee
Referred to Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness
lower
1 primary · 30 co-sponsors

Sponsors