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SR 17

A Resolution recognizing February 7, 2025, as "National Wear Red Day" in Pennsylvania.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Lisa Baker and 20 co-sponsors

Pennsylvania resolution designates February 7, 2025 as "National Wear Red Day" to raise awareness about heart disease prevention.

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Bill Summary · SR 17

Legislative bill overview

SR 17 is a symbolic resolution designating February 7, 2025, as "National Wear Red Day" in Pennsylvania. The resolution asks the state to recognize this date in support of heart disease awareness and prevention efforts.

Why is this important

Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States and Pennsylvania, making public health awareness campaigns valuable for education and fundraising. Such recognitions can amplify visibility for health organizations' prevention messages and encourage screening conversations among constituents.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of resolutions: Critics may question whether legislative time should focus on symbolic recognitions versus substantive policy or budget items
  • One of many: February 7 is already nationally recognized as "Wear Red Day" by the American Heart Association; some view state resolutions as redundant ceremonial measures
  • Resource allocation: Resources spent on symbolic gestures could alternatively fund direct heart disease prevention programs or healthcare access initiatives

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

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