A Resolution designating September 4, 2025, as "Taekwondo Grandmasters Appreciation Day" in Pennsylvania.
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- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This resolution designates September 4, 2025, as "Taekwondo Grandmasters Appreciation Day" in Pennsylvania. The resolution recognizes the history, benefits, and global popularity of Taekwondo, particularly highlighting the role of grandmasters within the martial art. It acknowledges the sport's origins, Olympic status, and widespread practice, and seeks to honor those dedicated to the art.
Key provisions
- Designates September 4, 2025, as "Taekwondo Grandmasters Appreciation Day" in Pennsylvania.
- Recognizes the history and origins of Taekwondo, tracing it back to ancient Korean martial arts.
- Highlights the benefits of Taekwondo, including physical and mental development.
- Acknowledges the role of grandmasters as the highest-ranking practitioners.
- References the establishment of the World Taekwondo Federation.
- Notes the recognition of International Taekwondo Day on September 4th.
- States that Taekwondo is practiced by 80 million people worldwide.
- Connects the designation to the Olympic status of Taekwondo.
Who is affected
- Residents of Pennsylvania
- Taekwondo practitioners in Pennsylvania
- Taekwondo grandmasters in Pennsylvania
- The Taekwondo community in Pennsylvania
- The tourism and recreation sector in Pennsylvania
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Primary sponsor
Steven Malagari
Cosponsors
Benjamin Sanchez
G. Roni Green
Jose Giral
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