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HR 559

A Resolution designating June 10, 2026, as "National Guard and Veterans Day" in Pennsylvania.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Marc Anderson and 32 co-sponsors

Designate June 10, 2026 as National Guard and Veterans Day in Pennsylvania for ceremonial recognition and commemorative activities, with no new programs or funding.

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Bill Summary · HR 559

Overview

  • Bill: House Resolution 559 (HR 559)
  • Session: 2025-2026
  • Jurisdiction: Pennsylvania
  • Primary purpose: Designate June 10, 2026, as “National Guard and Veterans Day” in Pennsylvania.

Purpose and Intent

  • The resolution designates a specific future date to honor and recognize the service and sacrifices of Pennsylvania’s National Guard members and military veterans.
  • It aims to elevate public awareness and appreciation for National Guard capacity and veteran contributions within the Commonwealth.

Key Provisions

  • Formal designation of June 10, 2026, as “National Guard and Veterans Day” in Pennsylvania.
  • The designation is commemorative and ceremonial, with no explicit creating of new programs, funding, or statutory obligations beyond the recognition.
  • The resolution names a broad roster of sponsors and co-sponsors from both major parties, highlighting bipartisan support for the designation.

Who/What Would Be Affected

  • State residents of Pennsylvania, particularly National Guard members and veterans, who would be publicly recognized on the designated day.
  • Commonwealth agencies, local governments, schools, and organizations may reference or acknowledge the designation in commemorative activities, events, or proclamations.
  • There are no direct fiscal implications or mandated programs enacted by the resolution itself; it is primarily ceremonial.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduced and referred to the House Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness Committee.
  • Last action: Referred to committee on June 8, 2026.
  • Committee meeting noted for June 10, 2026, with potential actions on HR 559 and other related measures.
  • As a concurrent resolution, it does not enact statutory changes but serves to recognize the designated day.

Practical Implications

  • Public acknowledgment: The designation provides a named day for ceremonies, proclamations, and educational/community events.
  • Education and outreach: Potential use in school curricula, veteran service outreach, and public commemorations.
  • No associated mandates: The resolution does not impose requirements for schools or government entities to observe activities beyond customary ceremonial recognition.

Summary

HR 559 seeks to formally recognize June 10, 2026, as National Guard and Veterans Day in Pennsylvania, reflecting bipartisan support to honor the Commonwealth’s National Guard personnel and veterans. The measure is ceremonial, with no new programs or funding, but it enables official recognition and potential commemorative activities across state and local communities.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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