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PA SB947

Bill

Status

Introduced

7/23/2025

Primary Sponsor

Doug Mastriano

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits festivals, celebrations, gatherings, and demonstrations within "Soldiers' Grove" on the Pennsylvania State Capitol grounds in Harrisburg

  • Creates two exceptions allowing events held exclusively to honor or support veterans and their families, or first responders and their families

  • Bars government entities from issuing permits for events in Soldiers' Grove

  • Violations constitute a third-degree misdemeanor punishable by a fine of up to $2,500 or imprisonment for up to one year

  • Takes effect immediately upon enactment

Legislative Description

Amending the act of October 30, 1987 (P.L.375, No.75), entitled "An act providing for the designation of certain trees and land on the grounds of the State Capitol in Harrisburg as 'Soldiers' Grove' in honor of war veterans; imposing duties upon the Department of General Services; and making an appropriation," providing for the protection of hallowed ground; and imposing a penalty.

Last Action

Referred to State Government

7/23/2025

Committee Referrals

State Government7/23/2025

Full Bill Text

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