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SR 290

A Resolution recognizing April 29, 2026, as "World Wish Day" in Pennsylvania.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Rosemary Brown and 12 co-sponsors

Designates April 29, 2026 as World Wish Day in Pennsylvania to raise awareness of Make-A-Wish and the impact of granting wishes for children with critical illnesses.

Referred to Rules & Executive Nominations
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Bill Summary · SR 290

Summary of SR 290 (Pennsylvania, 2025-2026)

Title

A Resolution recognizing April 29, 2026, as "World Wish Day" in Pennsylvania.

Purpose and intent

  • The primary purpose of SR 290 is to designate a statewide observance recognizing World Wish Day, raising awareness about the organization Make-A-Wish and the impact of wishes on children facing critical illnesses.
  • As a concurrent or commemorative resolution, it seeks to acknowledge the importance of supporting children and families dealing with serious health challenges and to highlight charitable efforts that grant wishes to such children.

Key provisions and changes

  • Official designation: The bill designates April 29, 2026, as "World Wish Day" in Pennsylvania.
  • Observance guidance: While the resolution designates the day, it does not appear to impose new statutory requirements on state agencies, funding, or regulatory changes. It primarily serves to acknowledge and promote awareness.
  • Encouragements: The resolution encourages awareness of the impact of wish-granting organizations on seriously ill children and suggests that Pennsylvanians consider supporting or engaging with such efforts.

Who or what would be affected

  • Public awareness and education: The designation aims to influence public consciousness, healthcare providers, educators, and community organizations within Pennsylvania.
  • Make-A-Wish and similar organizations: Indirectly affected through formal recognition, potentially increasing visibility and community support.
  • General public: Encouraged to recognize and support activities that assist children with critical illnesses.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Legislative action: Referred to Rules & Executive Nominations on April 23, 2026, indicating the bill is in the standard legislative process for resolutions recognizing dates or observances.
  • Nature of action: As a resolution, SR 290 does not create binding law or allocate funds. It serves a commemorative function and carries symbolic significance.
  • No enforcing deadlines beyond the stated designation date: The key timeline is the proposed recognition of April 29, 2026, as World Wish Day, with the broader awareness aim lasting in the context of the observance year.

Context and background (informational)

  • World Wish Day is associated with the Make-A-Wish Foundation and marks the organization's founding anniversary in some contexts. The resolution aligns Pennsylvania with national or international awareness efforts around granting wishes to children with critical illnesses.
  • The resolution includes emphasis on timely recognition and public education about the benefits and importance of wish-granting initiatives.

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

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