SR 295 Pennsylvania Senate · 2025-2026 Regular Session

A Resolution designating the Bucks County Playhouse in New Hope as the State Theater of Pennsylvania.

This Senate Resolution officially designates the Bucks County Playhouse in New Hope as the State Theater of Pennsylvania. The bill recognizes the venue's historic significance, noting its origins as a grist mill, its preservation in the 1930s, and its long-standing reputation as a major cultural institution that has hosted numerous renowned performers. By passing this resolution, the Pennsylvania Senate formally acknowledges the theater's role as a cornerstone of the state's performing arts tradition and its contribution to the Commonwealth's national profile.
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Apr 2026
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Introduced Apr 29, 2026 Last action Apr 29, 2026
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