HR 479 Pennsylvania House · 2025-2026 Regular Session

A Resolution honoring the memory of law enforcement officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty.

This House Resolution honors the memory of five law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty in 2025. It specifically names Patrolman Andrew Duarte and Police Officers Mark Baker, Cody Becker, Isaiah Emenheiser, and Andy Chan, listing their departments and dates of death. The measure directs the Pennsylvania House of Representatives to express sympathy to the families and friends of these fallen officers. As a commemorative resolution, it does not create new laws or change existing policies.
Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2026
Committee Review
House Passage
Apr 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Apr 14, 2026 Last action Apr 29, 2026
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This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
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Apr 29, 2026
Lower · Passed
Adopted
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Apr 14, 2026
Introduced
INTRODUCED AS NONCONTROVERSIAL RESOLUTION UNDER RULE 35
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1 primary · 43 co-sponsors

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