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HR 115

A Resolution recognizing the month of April 2025 as "Faith Month" in Pennsylvania.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Barb Gleim and 16 co-sponsors

Pennsylvania designates April 2025 as "Faith Month" to recognize faith communities' contributions to the state through a non-binding commemorative resolution.

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Bill Summary · HR 115

Legislative bill overview

HR 115 is a commemorative resolution designating April 2025 as "Faith Month" in Pennsylvania. The resolution recognizes and celebrates faith-based communities and their contributions to the state during this designated month.

Why is this important

Symbolic resolutions like this acknowledge specific communities and values within a state's identity. They can promote awareness of faith organizations' charitable and social work, though they carry no binding legal requirements or budget implications.

Potential points of contention

  • Church-state separation concerns: Some may argue that state designation of a "faith month" blurs the line between government neutrality on religion and government endorsement, though resolutions are typically non-binding declarations
  • Inclusivity questions: Critics might question whether a broadly-titled "Faith Month" adequately represents diverse religious and non-religious perspectives in Pennsylvania, or if it implicitly favors certain faith traditions
  • Precedent and scope: The bill could prompt questions about what other identity groups or causes deserve similar state recognition, and whether such designations proliferate beyond meaningful use

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

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