A Resolution recognizing the month of February 2025 as "Black History Month" in Pennsylvania.
SR 18 is a procedural resolution recognizing February 2025 as "Black History Month" in Pennsylvania. It formally honors the contributions of African Americans throughout Pennsylvania's history and aligns with the national observance established by the Association for the Study of African American Life and History. The resolution does not create new laws or affect specific groups, but rather serves as an official acknowledgment by the Pennsylvania Senate. It follows the annual tradition of designating February for this observance, as established by the ASALH.
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Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Jan 31, 2025
Last action Jan 31, 2025
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Jan 31, 2025
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Referred to Rules & Executive Nominations
upper
1 primary · 16 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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Legislator
Party
State
District
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Sharif Street
DDemocratic
Co
Amanda Cappelletti
DDemocratic
Co
Art Haywood
DDemocratic
Co
Carolyn Comitta
DDemocratic
Co
Jay Costa
DDemocratic
Co
John Kane
DDemocratic
Co
Judy Schwank
DDemocratic
Co
Lisa Boscola
DDemocratic
Co
Lynda Culver
RRepublican
Co
Nikil Saval
DDemocratic
Co
Patty Kim
DDemocratic
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