An Act amending Title 38 (Holidays and Observances) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in veteran recognition, providing for First Defenders Day.
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Overview
This bill creates a new legal holiday in Pennsylvania called First Defenders Day, to be observed annually on April 18th. The bill recognizes the contributions of Pennsylvania residents who served as the first to defend Washington, D.C., during the Civil War, specifically the five volunteer militia units known as the ‘First Defenders.’ It directs the Governor to issue a proclamation encouraging observance of the day with appropriate programs and ceremonies.
Key provisions
- Designates April 18th each year as First Defenders Day.
- Recognizes the contributions of Pennsylvania residents who served as the first to defend Washington, D.C. during the Civil War.
- Directs the Governor to issue an annual proclamation promoting the observance of the day.
- Specifies the five Pennsylvania volunteer militia units considered ‘First Defenders’ (Allen Infantry, Logan Guards, Washington Artillerists, National Light Infantry, and Ringgold Light Artillery).
- Amends Title 38 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to include this new holiday.
Who is affected
- Residents of Pennsylvania
- Schools in Pennsylvania
- Veterans' organizations in Pennsylvania
- The Governor of Pennsylvania
Notable changes
- Establishes a new legal holiday, First Defenders Day, on April 18th.
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Cosponsors
Christine Tartaglione
David Argall
Patrick Stefano
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