A Resolution recognizing the month of February 2026 as "Black History Month" in Pennsylvania.
This Senate Resolution (SR 214) formally recognizes February 2026 as "Black History Month" in Pennsylvania. It does not create new laws or policies but symbolically acknowledges the historical contributions of African Americans and encourages Pennsylvanians to learn about their heritage. The resolution references the origins of Black History Month dating to Dr. Carter G. Woodson's 1926 "Negro History Week" and notes ASALH's 2026 theme, "A Century of Black History Commemorations." It has no direct effect on residents or government operations, serving solely as a ceremonial observance.
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Jan 2026
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Introduced Jan 30, 2026
Last action Jan 30, 2026
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Referred to Rules & Executive Nominations
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1 primary · 14 co-sponsors
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Sharif Street
DDemocratic
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Amanda Cappelletti
DDemocratic
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Art Haywood
DDemocratic
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Carolyn Comitta
DDemocratic
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Joe Picozzi
RRepublican
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John Kane
DDemocratic
Co
Judy Schwank
DDemocratic
Co
Lindsey Williams
DDemocratic
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Lynda Culver
RRepublican
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Nick Miller
DDemocratic
Co
Nikil Saval
DDemocratic
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