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PA SB1088

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

11/11/2025

Primary Sponsor

Jarrett Coleman

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates April 18 of each year as "First Defenders Day" in Pennsylvania, establishing it as a legal holiday
  • Honors five Pennsylvania volunteer militia units who were the first troops to arrive in Washington, D.C. on April 18, 1861, responding to President Lincoln's call after the Civil War began
  • The five recognized units are the Allen Infantry (Allentown), Logan Guards (Lewistown), Washington Artillerists (Pottsville), National Light Infantry (Pottsville), and Ringgold Light Artillery (Reading)
  • Requires the Governor to annually issue a proclamation encouraging residents, schools, and veterans' organizations to observe the day with appropriate programs and ceremonies
  • Takes effect 60 days after enactment

Legislative Description

Providing for observance of First Defenders Day as a legal holiday in Pennsylvania.

Last Action

Referred to State Government

11/11/2025

Committee Referrals

State Government11/11/2025

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