An Act amending Titles 8 (Boroughs and Incorporated Towns), 11 (Cities) and 16 (Counties) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in corporate power relating to boroughs, further providing for specific powers; in veterans' affairs relating to boroughs, further providing for care and erection of memorials; in corporate powers relating to third class cities, providing for control, maintenance and repair of memorials; in veterans' affairs relating to third class cities, further providing for care of memorials; in grounds and buildings, further providing for monuments, memorials and memorial halls to war veterans and for preservation, maintenance, repair and completion of public monuments; * * *
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Overview
This bill amends Pennsylvania law to clarify and expand the powers of boroughs, cities, and counties regarding the care, maintenance, and erection of memorials. Specifically, it grants boroughs and cities the authority to maintain memorials honoring first responders and veterans, including those serving in the Pennsylvania National Guard and the armed forces. It also provides a clearer definition of what constitutes a ‘memorial’ for these purposes.
Key provisions
- Boroughs and cities can now receive funds to maintain, repair, or establish memorials.
- The definition of ‘memorial’ includes monuments honoring first responders (firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, police officers).
- The definition of ‘memorial’ includes monuments honoring veterans who served in the Pennsylvania National Guard or the U.S. Armed Forces.
- Boroughs and cities can control and maintain memorials.
- The legislation clarifies the council’s authority regarding memorial maintenance and repair.
- It establishes a process for boroughs and cities to receive funds for memorial upkeep.
Who is affected
- Boroughs
- Cities
- Counties
- First Responders
- Veterans
Notable changes
- Expands the definition of ‘memorial’ to include a broader range of monuments and memorials.
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