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PA HR398

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

2/4/2026

Primary Sponsor

Robert Matzie

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates March 15-21, 2026 as "Sunshine Week" in Pennsylvania to promote open government and public access to government records and meetings

  • Coincides with James Madison's birthday on March 16, following a national initiative established in 2005 by the American Society of News Editors

  • Pennsylvania NewsMedia Association members include 82 daily newspapers, 124 nondaily and collegiate publications, and 13 online-only news organizations

  • Urges all Pennsylvania residents to observe the principles of open and accessible government in a free society

Legislative Description

Designating the week of March 15 through 21, 2026, as "Sunshine Week" in Pennsylvania.

Last Action

Adopted (194-4)

2/4/2026

Committee Referrals

Intergovernmental Affairs and Operations1/26/2026

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