HR 556
A Resolution recognizing the month of June 2026 as "National Immigrant Heritage Month" in Pennsylvania.
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Bill overview
This resolution designates June 2026 as "National Immigrant Heritage Month" in Pennsylvania. It highlights the significant contributions of immigrants and their descendants to the state’s economy, workforce, military, healthcare, and innovation. The resolution emphasizes the importance of recognizing and celebrating the diversity brought by immigrants to Pennsylvania and the nation as a whole. It references the broader national recognition of this month and its purpose.
Key provisions
- Designates June 2026 as "National Immigrant Heritage Month" in Pennsylvania.
- Recognizes the contributions of immigrants to the state’s economy, workforce, military, healthcare, and innovation.
- Acknowledges Pennsylvania’s immigrant population of 1,031,000 in 2023, representing 8% of the state’s total population.
- Highlights that immigrants own approximately one in five businesses and almost half of Fortune 500 companies.
- Notes the significant role of immigrants in the United States labor force (18%) and healthcare sector (14%).
- Recognizes that nearly three-quarters of farm workers are immigrants.
- References the participation of seven Pennsylvania municipalities in Welcoming America’s network.
- Mentions that two U.S. Presidents and 48 states have recognized National Immigrant Heritage Month.
Who is affected
- Immigrants and their descendants in Pennsylvania
- Pennsylvania residents
- Pennsylvania businesses
- Pennsylvania’s economy
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