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PA HR192

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

6/4/2025

Primary Sponsor

Carol Hill-Evans

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates June 8-14, 2025 as "Chesapeake Bay Awareness Week" in Pennsylvania
  • The Chesapeake Bay watershed covers 64,000 square miles, encompassing half of Pennsylvania, with the Susquehanna River providing 50% of the bay's fresh water
  • The bay supports 348 species of finfish, 173 species of shellfish, over 3,600 species of plant and animal life, and produces more than 500 million pounds of seafood annually
  • More than 18 million people live in the Chesapeake Bay area, relying on it for livelihoods and recreation
  • Encourages Pennsylvania residents to participate in events and educational programs highlighting the bay's importance to the Commonwealth and region

Legislative Description

Designating the week of June 8 through 14, 2025, as "Chesapeake Bay Awareness Week" in Pennsylvania.

Last Action

Adopted (189-13)

6/4/2025

Committee Referrals

Environmental and Natural Resource Protection4/15/2025

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