A Resolution celebrating the momentous and historic occasion of the United States Semiquincentennial.
This Pennsylvania House Resolution formally celebrates the 250th anniversary of the United States, known as the Semiquincentennial. The bill directs the state legislature to honor the historical significance of the Declaration of Independence and encourages residents to participate in national events and volunteer activities throughout 2026. It also calls on citizens to reflect on the values of freedom, democracy, and citizenship during this milestone year. Finally, the resolution is sent to the Pennsylvania Commission for the United States Semiquincentennial to acknowledge the state's role in the national observance.
Bill status
in committee
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Jul 2026
Committee Review
Jul 2026
House Passage
Aug 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Jul 22, 2026
Last action Jul 22, 2026
Floor votes · House Aug 19, 2026
How they voted
26–0
Passed
Total votes 26
Aug 19, 2026
D
Democratic14
100% Yea
R
Republican12
100% Yea
Vote distribution
All Yea
All Nay
Mixed
No data
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
2
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Aug 19, 2026
House · Passed
House Vote: pass (26-0)
house
Jul 22, 2026
Committee
Referred to Tourism, Recreation & Economic Development
lower
1 primary · 4 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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