A Resolution recognizing May 10, 2025, as "National Train Day" in Pennsylvania.
This resolution (HR 187) is a ceremonial recognition, not a policy change. It formally designates May 10, 2025, as "National Train Day" in Pennsylvania to honor the historical significance of rail travel. The resolution encourages Pennsylvania residents to learn about train history and the benefits of rail transportation, such as reducing road congestion and supporting environmental goals. It does not create new laws, impose requirements, or directly affect specific groups.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2025
Committee Review
Apr 2025
House Passage
May 2025
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Apr 15, 2025
Last action May 7, 2025
Floor votes · House May 7, 2025
How they voted
198–5
Passed
Total votes 203
May 7, 2025
D
Democratic102
100% Yea
R
Republican101
95% Yea
Vote distribution
All Yea
All Nay
Mixed
No data
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
3
Key actions
2
Committee
2
May 7, 2025
Lower · Passed
Adopted
lower
Apr 22, 2025
Lower · Passed
Reported as committed
lower
Apr 15, 2025
Committee
Referred to Transportation
lower
1 primary · 19 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Rob Matzie
DDemocratic
Co
Arvind Venkat
DDemocratic
Co
Ben Sanchez
DDemocratic
Co
Bob Freeman
DDemocratic
Co
Bob Merski
DDemocratic
Co
Carol Hill-Evans
DDemocratic
Co
Carol Kazeem
DDemocratic
Co
Dave Zimmerman
RRepublican
Co
Ed Neilson
DDemocratic
Co
Jeremy Shaffer
RRepublican
Co
Joe Ciresi
DDemocratic
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