HR 424 Pennsylvania House · 2025-2026 Regular Session

A Resolution designating March 25, 2026, as "Prince Hall Mason Day at the Capitol" in Pennsylvania in recognition of The Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania.

This Pennsylvania House Resolution designates March 25, 2026, as "Prince Hall Mason Day at the Capitol" to honor The Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania. The resolution recognizes the historical significance of Prince Hall Freemasonry, which traces its roots to 1775 and the establishment of the first African-American Lodge in the United States. It highlights the lodge's contributions to Pennsylvania's history, including its connections to the founding of Mother Bethel AME Church and the Free African Society, as well as the civic and educational achievements of its members. The resolution serves as a commemorative acknowledgment of the lodge's charitable work and community service across the Commonwealth.
Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
Committee Review
Mar 2026
House Passage
Mar 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Mar 5, 2026 Last action Mar 25, 2026
Floor votes · House Mar 25, 2026

How they voted

1954
Passed · 1 other
Total votes 200
Mar 25, 2026
D Democratic102
102 Yea
100% Yea
R Republican98
93 Yea 4 Nay 1
94% Yea
Vote distribution
All Yea All Nay Mixed No data
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Actions timeline

Total actions
3
Key actions
2
Committee
2
Mar 25, 2026
Lower · Passed
Adopted
lower
Mar 23, 2026
Lower · Passed
Reported as committed
lower
Mar 5, 2026
Committee
Referred to Appropriations
lower
1 primary · 10 co-sponsors

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