HR 542
A Resolution recognizing October 24, 2026, as "World Polio Day" in Pennsylvania.
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Bill overview
This resolution recognizes October 24, 2026, as "World Polio Day" in Pennsylvania. It acknowledges the significant efforts of Rotary International and its partners – including the World Health Organization, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, UNICEF, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, and Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance – in combating polio globally. The resolution also highlights the dramatic reduction in polio cases since 1988 and encourages citizens to support Rotary’s ongoing efforts to eradicate the disease.
Key provisions
- Recognizes October 24, 2026, as World Polio Day in Pennsylvania.
- Acknowledges Rotary International's role in the Global Polio Eradication Initiative.
- Highlights the significant decrease in polio cases since 1988.
- Recognizes the financial and volunteer contributions to the polio eradication effort.
- Encourages citizens to support Rotary’s efforts to achieve a polio-free world.
Who is affected
- Pennsylvania residents
- Individuals affected by polio globally
- Rotary International members
Notable changes
- None – this is a resolution recognizing an existing event and initiative.
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