Veterans (Memorials & Recognition)

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Dec 16, 2025

HR 310: A Resolution designating September 28, 2025, as "Gold Star Mother's and Family Day" in Pennsylvania.

This resolution designates September 28, 2025, as "Gold Star Mother's and Family Day" in Pennsylvania. It formally recognizes Pennsylvania families who have lost a member in military service, encouraging state-level acknowledgment of their sacrifice. The bill does not create new legal obligations or funding but establishes an annual observance to honor these families. As a ceremonial resolution, it directly affects Pennsylvania residents by designating a specific day for commemoration.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransDesignates day to honor Gold Star families (military sacrifice), directly aligning with veteran recognition policies without legal/funding impact.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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passed · Pennsylvania · Senate Jun 17, 2026

SB 993: An Act amending Titles 8 (Boroughs and Incorporated Towns), 11 (Cities) and 16 (Counties) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in corporate power relating to boroughs, further providing for specific powers; in veterans' affairs relating to boroughs, further providing for care and erection of memorials; in corporate powers relating to third class cities, providing for control, maintenance and repair of memorials; in veterans' affairs relating to third class cities, further providing for care of memorials; in grounds and buildings, further providing for monuments, memorials and memorial halls to war veterans and for preservation, maintenance, repair and completion of public monuments; and making an editorial change.

SB 993 amends Pennsylvania laws to clarify and expand local government authority over veterans' memorials. It directly affects boroughs, third-class cities, and counties by requiring them to maintain, repair, and preserve existing memorials for war veterans, not just erect new ones. The bill specifies that these local governments must manage memorials on public property, including completing repairs and ensuring their upkeep, while also updating related corporate power provisions. This focuses on practical maintenance rather than new memorial construction.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransMandates local governments to maintain, repair, and preserve veterans' memorials, directly recognizing veteran service through preservation efforts.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jan 16, 2025

HB 182: An Act designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 8377, carrying Pennsylvania Route 53 over Bear Rock Run in Lilly Borough, Cambria County, as the Corporal James D. Sloan Memorial Bridge.

HB 182 designates Bridge Key 8377 on Pennsylvania Route 53 over Bear Rock Run in Lilly Borough, Cambria County, as the Corporal James D. Sloan Memorial Bridge. The bill requires the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation to install and maintain signs on the bridge, based on the General Assembly's findings that Corporal James D. Sloan, a Marine Corps veteran who died by suicide in 1971 due to post-traumatic stress disorder after serving in the Vietnam War, received multiple military medals including the Purple Heart and Combat Action Medal. This is a naming resolution with no direct policy changes or affected populations beyond the bridge signage.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransDesignates bridge in honor of Marine Corps veteran who died by suicide due to PTSD, recognizing his service and sacrifice per bill's findings.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Mental Health

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passed · Pennsylvania · House Mar 26, 2025

HR 2: A Resolution recognizing March 25, 2025, as "National Medal of Honor Day" in Pennsylvania.

This Pennsylvania House Resolution (HR 2) designates March 25, 2025, as "National Medal of Honor Day" within the state. It symbolically recognizes the Medal of Honor - the military's highest award for valor - as first presented on March 25, 1863, and highlights Pennsylvania's 379 Medal of Honor recipients (second-highest in the U.S.). The resolution has no binding effect or new policy requirements; it solely serves to honor recipients and their service through a ceremonial designation. It does not directly affect any individuals or alter existing laws.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransDesignates 'National Medal of Honor Day' to honor veterans' valor (379 PA recipients), directly aligning with recognition indicator for veteran service.90% confidence

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signed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 30, 2025

HB 304: An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general provisions, providing for veteran of Korean Armed Forces.

HB 304 amends Pennsylvania's military affairs statutes (Title 51) to add specific provisions for veterans who served in the Korean War. The bill directly affects Korean War veterans by formally including them under state military affairs codes, ensuring they are covered by relevant statutes. It updates existing law through a new statutory provision within Title 51, creating a clear legal framework for their recognition or benefits. The bill was enacted as Act No. 10 of 2025 on June 30, 2025.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly includes Korean War veterans under state military affairs statutes, ensuring coverage for benefits and recognition.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

passed · Pennsylvania · House Nov 19, 2025

HR 369: A Resolution designating December 13, 2025, as "Wreaths Across America Day" in Pennsylvania.

This resolution designates December 13, 2025, as "Wreaths Across America Day" within Pennsylvania. It is a ceremonial recognition, not a law with enforceable provisions, intended to honor the Wreaths Across America nonprofit's annual effort to place wreaths on veterans' graves. The resolution directly affects Pennsylvania state recognition and awareness of this commemorative event. As a procedural measure, it does not impose new requirements or alter existing laws.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransDesignates 'Wreaths Across America Day' to honor veterans' graves, directly recognizing veteran service through ceremonial state-level acknowledgment.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Apr 21, 2025

SR 86: A Resolution recognizing May 8, 2025, as the 80th anniversary of "Victory in Europe Day" or "V-E Day" in Pennsylvania.

SR 86 is a resolution that recognizes May 8, 2025, as the 80th anniversary of "Victory in Europe Day" or "V-E Day" in Pennsylvania. It expresses the Senate's respect and appreciation for the men and women who served in the European theater during World War II and pays tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransResolution recognizes WWII veterans' service and sacrifice, aligning with recognition indicator for support85% confidence

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in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Jun 9, 2025

SB 836: An Act designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 8430, carrying Pennsylvania Route 160 over the North Branch Little Conemaugh River in the borough of Wilmore, Cambria County, as the Potchak Brothers Memorial Bridge.

SB 836 designates Bridge Key 8430 on Pennsylvania Route 160 over the North Branch Little Conemaugh River in Wilmore, Cambria County, as the Potchak Brothers Memorial Bridge. The bill commemorates six brothers - Stephen, John, Michael, Frank, Charles, and Peter Potchak - who served in World War II with the U.S. Army and Navy. This ceremonial designation changes the bridge’s official name to honor their military service and local ties, with no policy or regulatory impact. The bill is purely memorial, affecting public signage and historical recognition in Wilmore.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill designates bridge to honor WWII veterans' service, directly recognizing military service per topic indicators.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Mar 13, 2025

HB 890: An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in State Veterans' Commission and Deputy Adjutant General for Veterans' Affairs, further providing for Veterans' Trust Fund.

HB 890 amends Pennsylvania's Veterans' Trust Fund rules to restrict how funds can be spent. It prohibits using the fund for administrative staff salaries (defined as non-clinical personnel at veterans' organizations) and limits single-entity grants to $250,000 over three consecutive years. These changes directly affect the State Veterans' Commission and the Department managing the Trust Fund, ensuring funds are used for direct veteran services rather than administrative costs or large single grants. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRestricts administrative spending to prioritize direct veteran services, promoting fiscal responsibility within the Veterans' Trust Fund budget allocation.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransRestricts administrative spending to ensure Veterans' Trust Fund funds directly support veterans' services per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House May 12, 2025

HB 1438: An Act designating a portion of State Route 2051 from the intersection with Elizabeth Street (segment 0020/offset 1600) to the Decatur Township Line (segment 0030/offset 0000) in Osceola Mills Borough, Clearfield County, as the IC3 James S. Dunlap Memorial Highway.

HB 1438 designates a specific segment of State Route 2051 in Osceola Mills Borough, Clearfield County, as the "IC3 James S. Dunlap Memorial Highway." The bill names the portion from Elizabeth Street (segment 0020/offset 1600) to the Decatur Township Line (segment 0030/offset 0000) to honor Petty Officer Third Class James S. Dunlap, a U.S. Navy Interior Communications Electrician (IC3) who died on the USS Stark in 1987. The Department of Transportation will install and maintain directional signs along this highway segment. This is a ceremonial designation with no policy changes or funding impacts.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill honors veteran service via highway naming (IC3 James S. Dunlap Memorial Highway), directly recognizing military sacrifice per topic indicators.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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