A Resolution honoring the 85th birthday and ongoing achievements of former Pennsylvania First Lady and advocate Virginia "Ginny" Thornburgh.
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This resolution honors Virginia "Ginny" Thornburgh on her 85th birthday and recognizes her extensive career as an advocate for people with disabilities. The resolution highlights her work with organizations like the American Association of People with Disabilities and the National Organization on Disability, as well as her contributions to religious access for people with disabilities. It also acknowledges her past roles as First Lady of Pennsylvania and her family’s dedication to this cause.
Key provisions
- Recognizes Virginia "Ginny" Thornburgh’s 85th birthday.
- Highlights her decades of advocacy for people with disabilities.
- Acknowledges her work as Director of Religion and Disability Program and Coordinator for Programs for Persons with Disabilities.
- Recognizes her co-authorship of "That All May Worship".
- Mentions her receiving eleven honorary degrees.
- Notes her service as First Lady of Pennsylvania.
- References her late husband, former Governor Dick Thornburgh’s, contributions.
- Celebrates her overall contributions to the Commonwealth.
Who is affected
- Virginia "Ginny" Thornburgh
- People with disabilities and their families
- The disability community
- Pennsylvania residents
Notable changes
- The resolution specifically recognizes her long-standing advocacy work.
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Daniel Laughlin
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