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PA SR214
Resolution
Status
1/30/2026
Primary Sponsor
Sharif Street
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AI Summary
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Designates February 2026 as "Black History Month" in Pennsylvania through a Senate Resolution introduced January 30, 2026
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Honors Dr. Carter Godwin Woodson, who founded the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History in 1915 and established "Negro History Week" on February 7, 1926
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Adopts ASALH's 2026 theme "A Century of Black History Commemorations," marking 100 years since the first national commemoration of Black history
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Encourages all Pennsylvania residents to learn about and explore the heritage and contributions of African Americans
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Acknowledges the Pennsylvania Legislative Black Caucus's role in advocating for people of color in the Commonwealth
Legislative Description
Recognizing the month of February 2026 as "Black History Month" in Pennsylvania.
Last Action
Referred to Rules & Executive Nominations
1/30/2026