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HR 463

A Resolution recognizing June 19, 2026, as "Korean-American Citizenship Day" in Pennsylvania to celebrate the first naturalization of a Korean-American citizen in 1890.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz and 16 co-sponsors

Proclaims June 19, 2026 as Korean-American Citizenship Day in Pennsylvania to honor the first Korean-American naturalization and recognize contributions, a symbolic observance.

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Bill Summary · HR 463

Overview

  • Bill: House Resolution 463 (HR 463)
  • Session: 2025-2026
  • Jurisdiction: Pennsylvania
  • Primary purpose: Recognize June 19, 2026, as "Korean-American Citizenship Day" in Pennsylvania to celebrate the first naturalization of a Korean-American citizen in 1890.

Main Purpose and Intent

  • The resolution designates a commemorative day in Pennsylvania to honor Korean-American citizenship and the historical milestone of the first Korean-American naturalization in 1890.
  • It aims to recognize contributions of Korean-Americans to the Commonwealth and promote awareness of immigrant and naturalization history.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • Formal designation: Establishes June 19, 2026, as Korean-American Citizenship Day in Pennsylvania.
  • Symbolic recognition: Encourages recognition by state agencies, educational institutions, and the public to highlight the historical milestone.
  • Scope of observance: Primarily a symbolic, commemorative recognition; does not appear to impose new duties, funding, or regulatory requirements on state agencies or individuals.

Who or What Would Be Affected

  • State government and public institutions: Encouraged to observe and acknowledge the day in appropriate ceremonies, events, or proclamations.
  • Korean-American community and immigrant history organizations: May participate in or organize commemorative activities.
  • General public and educators: Invited to recognize the anniversary and reflect on the history of naturalization and inclusion in the United States.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduction and sponsorship: Prime sponsor Rep. Steven Malagari; multiple co-sponsors from both parties.
  • Committee action: Referred to the State Government Committee on March 31, 2026; reported as committed on May 5, 2026 by the committee.
  • Floor action: Adopted by the Pennsylvania House of Representatives on June 17, 2026, with a vote of 200 yeas and 2 nays.
  • Effective date: The resolution designates June 19, 2026, as Korean-American Citizenship Day for that year; typically, such resolutions do not create ongoing statutory obligations beyond observance unless specified.

Notable Context

  • The bill is a commemorative resolution, not a law implementing regulatory changes.
  • It reflects bipartisan sponsorship and broad co-sponsorship, signaling broad support for recognizing immigrant history and contributions.

Summary in Plain Language

HR 463 would proclaim June 19, 2026, as Korean-American Citizenship Day in Pennsylvania, honoring the first Korean-American naturalization in 1890. The resolution calls for observance and recognition of Korean-American contributions to the Commonwealth, without creating new legal obligations or funding. It passed the House with strong support (200-2) and was adopted on June 17, 2026.

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

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