HR 554 Pennsylvania House · 2025-2026 Regular Session

A Resolution designating the week of August 19 through 30, 2026, as "Little League World Series Week" in Pennsylvania.

This House Resolution designates the week of August 19 through 30, 2026, as "Little League World Series Week" throughout Pennsylvania. The bill directly affects the state's residents and officials by formally recognizing the annual youth baseball tournament held in South Williamsport. It does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic gesture to celebrate the event's impact on the local economy and community spirit. The resolution encourages Pennsylvanians to attend games and support the volunteers who help run the program.

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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What changed between versions

Printer's No. PN3536 → Printer's No. PN3553 · 4 edits

MODERATE

The bill text was updated from Printer's Copy 3536 to 3553, reflecting committee amendments and new co-sponsors. The most significant substantive change is the addition of Carl E. Stotz's name to the history section, formally acknowledging his role in founding Little League in Pennsylvania. Additionally, the list of co-sponsors was expanded to include several new representatives, and the bill status was updated to indicate it has been reported from committee with amendments.

Scope change

The bill's scope regarding the designated week and the organization honored remains unchanged, but the historical context of the organization was expanded.

DEFINITION

Added the name 'Carl E. Stotz' to the WHEREAS clause to explicitly credit him as the founder of Little League in Pennsylvania.

TIMELINE

Updated the bill header and footer to reflect the new Printer's Number (3553) and the date it was reported from committee (June 9, 2026).

SCOPE

Added new co-sponsors (Banta, Watro, Mentzer, RynCavage, Rowe, O'Mara, and Fleming) to the list of representatives supporting the resolution.

TECHNICAL

Replaced the previous committee referral status with a new status indicating the bill was amended and reported from the Committee on Tourism, Recreation and Economic Development.

Floor votes · House Jun 30, 2026