A Resolution recognizing the week of May 16 through 22, 2026, as "National Safe Boating Week" in Pennsylvania.
This bill designates the week of May 16 through 22, 2026, as "National Safe Boating Week" in Pennsylvania to highlight the importance of safety on the state's waterways. It directly affects all boaters, including those using powerboats and personal watercraft, by encouraging them to review safety rules such as wearing life jackets and avoiding alcohol. The resolution does not change any laws or create new requirements but serves as a symbolic reminder of existing safety standards and available educational resources. By promoting these practices, the bill aims to raise public awareness about the risks of boating and the steps needed to prevent accidents.
Bill status
in committee
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2026
Committee Review
May 2026
House Passage
May 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Apr 29, 2026
Last action Jun 27, 2026
Floor votes · House May 6, 2026
How they voted
26–0
Passed
Total votes 26
May 6, 2026
D
Democratic14
100% Yea
R
Republican12
100% Yea
Vote distribution
All Yea
All Nay
Mixed
No data
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
4
Key actions
2
Committee
2
May 6, 2026
House · Passed
House Vote: pass (26-0)
house
May 6, 2026
Lower · Passed
Reported as committed
lower
Apr 29, 2026
Committee
Referred to Game & Fisheries
lower
1 primary · 21 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Joe Hohenstein
DDemocratic
Co
Anita Kulik
DDemocratic
Co
Ben Sanchez
DDemocratic
Co
Ben Waxman
DDemocratic
Co
Bob Freeman
DDemocratic
Co
Bob Merski
DDemocratic
Co
Carol Hill-Evans
DDemocratic
Co
Dan Williams
DDemocratic
Co
Dave Zimmerman
RRepublican
Co
Ed Neilson
DDemocratic
Co
Eddie Pashinski
DDemocratic
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