HR 589 Pennsylvania House · 2025-2026 Regular Session

A Resolution celebrating the momentous and historic occasion of the United States Semiquincentennial.

This Pennsylvania House Resolution formally celebrates the 250th anniversary of the United States, known as the Semiquincentennial. The bill directs the state legislature to honor the historical significance of the Declaration of Independence and encourages residents to participate in national events and volunteer activities throughout 2026. It also calls on citizens to reflect on the values of freedom, democracy, and citizenship during this milestone year. Finally, the resolution is sent to the Pennsylvania Commission for the United States Semiquincentennial to acknowledge the state's role in the national observance.
Bill status in committee 3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Jul 2026
Committee Review
Jul 2026
House Passage
Aug 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Jul 22, 2026 Last action Jul 22, 2026
Floor votes · House Aug 19, 2026

How they voted

260
Passed
Total votes 26
Aug 19, 2026
D Democratic14
14 Yea
100% Yea
R Republican12
12 Yea
100% Yea
Vote distribution
All Yea All Nay Mixed No data
Full legislative history

Actions timeline

Total actions
2
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Aug 19, 2026
House · Passed
House Vote: pass (26-0)
house
Jul 22, 2026
Committee
Referred to Tourism, Recreation & Economic Development
lower
1 primary · 4 co-sponsors

Sponsors