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HR 472

A Resolution recognizing the week of May 10 through 16, 2026, as "National Hospital Week" in Pennsylvania.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Marc Anderson and 25 co-sponsors

Designates May 10–16, 2026 as National Hospital Week in Pennsylvania to recognize hospitals, staff, and healthcare contributions without creating new laws or funding.

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Bill Summary · HR 472

Summary of Bill HR 472 (Session: 2025-2026) – Pennsylvania

Title

A Resolution recognizing the week of May 10 through May 16, 2026, as “National Hospital Week” in Pennsylvania.

Purpose and Intent

  • To acknowledge and honor the important role of hospitals in Pennsylvania.
  • To align the commonwealth with national recognition of National Hospital Week, highlighting the contributions of hospital staff, facilities, and the broader healthcare system.

Key Provisions

  • Declares May 10–16, 2026, as National Hospital Week in Pennsylvania.
  • Encourages state residents, healthcare professionals, and policymakers to observe the week with appropriate recognition of hospitals’ efforts and contributions to public health and patient care.
  • Likely requests that state agencies, schools, and civic organizations acknowledge the observance (typical language in such resolutions), though specific text is not provided in the summary.

Who/What is Affected

  • Hospitals and hospital employees in Pennsylvania.
  • Healthcare providers, patients, and the general public who benefit from hospital services.
  • State agencies, educational institutions, and community organizations that may participate in recognizing the observance.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Legislative History:
    • Referred to the House Committee on Health (April 8, 2026).
    • Reported as committed (April 14, 2026), indicating the bill passed out of committee with a recommendation for adoption.
  • Status: Likely to be brought to the full House floor for a vote after committee reporting, subject to further legislative action.
  • Since this is a concurrent/declarative resolution rather than a bill creating or amending law, it does not allocate funding or create new programs. It serves as a formal recognition by the Pennsylvania General Assembly.

Sponsorship

  • Primary and co-sponsors listed, including Marty Causer, Rob Kauffman, Kathy Rapp, Pat Gallagher, Ed Neilson, Donna Scheuren, Dan Williams, Marc Anderson, Tina Pickett, Maureen Madden, Dan Frankel, Scott Conklin, Joe Hohenstein, Ben Sanchez, Eddie Pashinski, David Rowe, Joe Ciresi, and Arvind Venkat, among others.
  • The broad bipartisan support suggests a general agreement on publicly recognizing National Hospital Week.

Potential Impact

  • Public awareness: Increases visibility of hospitals' roles in community health and emergency readiness.
  • Public relations: Provides an opportunity for hospitals to highlight services, achievements, and healthcare needs.
  • Does not impose new regulatory requirements or funding obligations on hospitals or state agencies.

Practical Takeaways

  • If enacted, the resolution formally designates May 10–16, 2026, as National Hospital Week in Pennsylvania.
  • It serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment rather than a policy change or fiscal measure.
  • Stakeholders (hospitals, healthcare workers, patient advocacy groups) may use the observance to promote health initiatives and commemorative activities.

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

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