A Resolution recognizing September 11, 2026, as "25th Anniversary of the Terrorist Attacks of September 11, 2001, Day" in Pennsylvania in memory of the civilians and emergency and armed forces personnel who lost their lives in the attacks.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Michele Brooks and 15 co-sponsors

Pennsylvania designates September 11, 2026, as a commemorative day to honor victims and first responders, without creating any new laws or funds.

Referred to Rules & Executive Nominations

Bill Summary: Senate Resolution 343 (SR 343), 2025-2026 Session – Pennsylvania

Purpose and intent

SR 343 is a non-binding, commemorative resolution recognizing September 11, 2026, as the “25th Anniversary of the Terrorist Attacks of September 11, 2001, Day” in Pennsylvania.

The resolution honors and memorializes civilians, emergency responders, and armed forces personnel who lost their lives in the September 11, 2001 attacks.

Key provisions and changes

Official designation: Establishes a day of remembrance in Pennsylvania marking the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks.

Remembrance emphasis: Encourages reflection on the victims and on the sacrifices of first responders and military personnel who served in response to the attacks.

Nature of the bill: As a Senate Resolution, it is a formal expression of the Senate’s recognition and does not enact new law or allocate funds. Resolutions typically acknowledge or honor events, groups, or individuals and may invite observance by the public, schools, and government agencies.

Who or what is affected

Government and public institutions in Pennsylvania: The resolution is intended to guide acknowledgment and observance by state government entities, schools, and possibly local governments and organizations.

Citizens and communities: Encourages statewide remembrance and education about the 9/11 attacks and their impact.

Procedural and timeline aspects

Prime sponsor: Senator Doug Mastriano.

Co-sponsors: A broad list of Republican and a few Democratic senators (including Sen. Art Haywood and Sen. John Kane) indicating cross-party support.

Current status: Referred to the Rules & Executive Nominations committee on June 15, 2026.

Next steps: As a resolution, it would typically proceed through standard committee review and then floor consideration. If adopted, it would reflect the Senate’s official recognition of the commemorative day.

No fiscal impact: The bill does not contain appropriation language or mandate funding; as with most resolutions, it assigns ceremonial recognition rather than regulatory or financial obligations.

Additional notes

Title: A Resolution recognizing September 11, 2026, as "25th Anniversary of the Terrorist Attacks of September 11, 2001, Day" in Pennsylvania in memory of those who lost their lives.

Related materials: The bill is associated with Patriot's Day (9/11) remembrance efforts.

If you’d like, I can compare SR 343 to similar commemorative resolutions in other states or provide a brief overview of common elements found in 9/11 remembrance resolutions.