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SR 265

A Resolution recognizing April 15, 2026, as "Purple Up! For Military Kids Day" and the month of April 2026 as the "Month of the Military Child" in Pennsylvania.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Lisa Baker and 15 co-sponsors

Pennsylvania designates April 15, 2026 as Purple Up! For Military Kids Day and April 2026 as the Month of the Military Child to honor military-connected children.

Referred to Rules & Executive Nominations
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Bill Summary · SR 265

Summary of Senate Resolution 265 (2025-2026) – Pennsylvania

Title

A Resolution recognizing April 15, 2026, as “Purple Up! For Military Kids Day” and recognizing the month of April 2026 as the “Month of the Military Child” in Pennsylvania.

Purpose and Intent

  • Officially designate and acknowledge April 15, 2026, as Purple Up! For Military Kids Day.
  • Proclaim April 2026 as the Month of the Military Child in the Commonwealth.
  • Express appreciation and support for military children and families, and raise awareness of the sacrifices and challenges they face.
  • Align Pennsylvania with broader national observances recognizing military children.

Key Provisions

  • Formal recognition by the Pennsylvania Senate (and presumably the House of Representatives through concurrent or companion actions, though this document specifies a Senate resolution) that:
    • April 15, 2026, shall be observed in Pennsylvania as Purple Up! For Military Kids Day.
    • The entire month of April 2026 shall be observed as the Month of the Military Child in Pennsylvania.
  • A ceremonial or commemorative designation intended to highlight the importance of military-connected youth, including children of service members and veterans.
  • Encourages public entities, schools, and organizations within Pennsylvania to acknowledge the observance and participate in related activities or programs.

Affected Parties

  • Military families and military-connected children (the primary beneficiaries of the recognition).
  • State and local government agencies, schools, and community organizations that may choose to participate in observance activities.
  • General Pennsylvanians, who gain increased awareness of the experiences and needs of military children.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduced and referred on 2026-04-09 to the Rules & Executive Nominations committee for consideration.
  • As a resolution, it serves as a formal expression of the General Assembly rather than establishing new law or funding.
  • May prompt public commemorations, educational activities, or proclamations at state and local levels, but does not create mandatory requirements or financial obligations.

Sponsor Information

  • Co-sponsors include a cross-section of members from both parties and chambers, indicating bipartisan support. Notable co-sponsors listed: Lynda Culver, Gene Yaw, Greg Rothman, Cris Dush, Michele Brooks, Devlin Robinson, Vincent Hughes, Camera Bartolotta, Elder Vogel, Lisa Baker, Judy Ward, Scott Martin, Kristin Phillips-Hill, Doug Mastriano, Tracy Pennycuick, Art Haywood.

Impact Considerations

  • Non-binding formal recognition emphasizes bipartisan support for military families.
  • Could foster school and community programming during April 2026 (e.g., moments of appreciation, educational events, recognition in school boards).
  • No provided funding or policy changes; impact is primarily symbolic and awareness-raising.

If you’d like, I can add context on how similar resolutions have been used in other states or provide a brief overview of Purple Up! and Military Child Month activities commonly observed nationwide.

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

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