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HR 224

A Resolution designating the month of May 2025 as "Month of May (MOM) Mom Month" in Pennsylvania.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Marla Brown and 14 co-sponsors

Pennsylvania designates May 2025 as "Mom Month" to honor mothers through a ceremonial resolution with no legal or budgetary effect.

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Bill Summary · HR 224

Legislative bill overview

HR 224 is a symbolic resolution designating May 2025 as "Mom Month" in Pennsylvania to honor mothers. The bill carries no statutory force and creates no new laws, regulations, or funding—it is purely a ceremonial designation.

Why is this important

While symbolic resolutions don't change policy, they can raise public awareness about specific groups or causes and provide official recognition. In this case, it acknowledges mothers' contributions during a designated month, similar to how states recognize various awareness months and observances.

Potential points of contention

  • Use of legislative time: Critics may argue that passing ceremonial resolutions consumes legislative resources that could address substantive policy issues
  • Specificity of designation: Some may question why May specifically needs a dedicated "Mom Month" resolution when Mother's Day already occurs in May, making the designation somewhat redundant
  • Scope and inclusivity: Questions could arise about whether the resolution adequately recognizes diverse family structures and non-traditional parenting arrangements beyond the traditional "mom" designation

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

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