A Resolution designating December 13, 2025, as "Wreaths Across America Day" in Pennsylvania.
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Overview
This resolution designates December 13, 2025, as "Wreaths Across America Day" in Pennsylvania. The resolution recognizes the history and purpose of Wreaths Across America, an organization dedicated to remembering fallen military personnel, honoring those who serve, and educating future generations about the value of freedom. It highlights the organization’s efforts to place wreaths at military cemeteries across the United States and abroad, and its ongoing tradition of wreath-laying ceremonies.
Key provisions
- Designates December 13, 2025, as "Wreaths Across America Day" in Pennsylvania.
- Encourages residents of Pennsylvania to remember and honor veterans.
- Recognizes the history of Wreaths Across America, starting with a wreath donation to Arlington National Cemetery.
- Details the symbolism of a veteran’s wreath, including its 10 qualities.
- Notes the significant volunteer participation (over 2 million) and the number of locations (over 5,200).
- Mentions the 2025 theme, "Keep Moving Forward," inspired by the last words of a fallen soldier.
- Describes the evergreen branches and red bow as representing longevity, endurance, purity, and sacrifice.
Who is affected
- Residents of Pennsylvania
- Veterans and their families
- Members of Wreaths Across America
- Military personnel and their families
- Civic organizations involved in wreath-laying ceremonies
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Benjamin Sanchez
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