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SB 402

Designate General Philip Sheridan Day

136th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Bill DeMora

Ohio bill designates an annual day to honor Union General Philip Sheridan, a Civil War cavalry commander, through state recognition.

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Bill Summary · SB 402

Legislative bill overview

SB 402 proposes to establish a commemorative day in Ohio honoring General Philip Sheridan, a prominent Union Army cavalry officer during the Civil War. The bill designates a specific date as "General Philip Sheridan Day" for public recognition and remembrance.

Why is this important

Commemorative designations reflect which historical figures a state chooses to honor publicly and can influence how communities remember contested periods of history. Such bills are typically low-cost symbolic gestures but can generate discussion about historical interpretation, regional identity, and whose contributions merit official recognition.

Potential points of contention

  • Civil War commemoration debates: Sheridan's aggressive military tactics and role in the Union victory may be viewed differently depending on regional perspective; some view such commemorations as honoring Union preservation while others see it as excluding alternative historical narratives
  • Resource allocation: Critics may question whether legislative time and effort should focus on symbolic designations rather than substantive policy issues
  • Historical complexity: Sheridan's military legacy includes controversial decisions regarding Native American campaigns post-Civil War, which could complicate the nature of the honor

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

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