HR 552 Pennsylvania House · 2025-2026 Regular Session

A Resolution recognizing July 17, 2026, as "717 Day" in Pennsylvania.

This bill is a House Resolution that designates July 17, 2026, as "717 Day" throughout Pennsylvania to honor the state's 717 area code. The resolution highlights the historical and economic importance of the South-Central region, noting that the area code has served central counties since the 1940s and remains a key cultural identifier. By recognizing this date, the measure aims to celebrate the region's diverse workforce, tourism industry, and growing communities while encouraging support for local businesses.

Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

Jun 2026

Committee Review

Jun 2026

House Passage

Jun 2026

Senate Passage

Governor

Introduced Jun 5, 2026 Last action Jun 30, 2026

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Printer's No. PN3534 → Printer's No. PN3732 · 3 edits

MINOR

The bill text was updated to reflect its progression through the legislative process, changing the printer's number from 3534 to 3732 and adding committee reporting dates. The sponsor list was updated to include a new representative, and the list of counties served by the 717 area code was expanded to include nine additional counties, broadening the geographic scope of the resolution.

Scope change

The bill's scope was expanded by adding nine new counties (Adams, Berks, Chester, Franklin, Fulton, Huntingdon, Juniata, Mifflin, and Perry) to the list of areas served by the 717 area code, in addition to the previously listed counties.

TIMELINE

The bill's status was updated from an initial introduction to being reported from committee with amendments, including new dates for introduction and committee reporting.

SCOPE

The list of counties served by the 717 area code was expanded to include Adams, Berks, Chester, Franklin, Fulton, Huntingdon, Juniata, Mifflin, and Perry counties.

ELIGIBILITY

The list of bill sponsors was updated to include Representative Shaffer.

Floor votes · House Jun 30, 2026