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PA HB1782

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

8/4/2025

Primary Sponsor

Russ Diamond

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates September 17 as "Constitution Day" in Pennsylvania, aligning with the existing federal observance established by Congress in 1962

  • Encourages publicly funded schools and universities to provide educational programs on U.S. Constitution history on September 17, or during preceding/following weeks if the date falls on a weekend or holiday

  • Explicitly states the designation does not require employers to treat Constitution Day as a legal holiday or provide paid leave to employees

  • Takes effect immediately upon enactment

Legislative Description

Providing for the annual designation and holiday observance of September 17 as "Constitution Day" in Pennsylvania.

Last Action

Referred to State Government

8/4/2025

Committee Referrals

State Government8/4/2025

Full Bill Text

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