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This resolution designates March 15, 2026, as "Legislative Branch Day" in Pennsylvania, commemorating the state's rich legislative history. The resolution provides historical context about the Pennsylvania General Assembly, highlighting its origins in 1682 when William Penn established the first Assembly, and tracing its evolution through multiple constitutional conventions. It emphasizes Pennsylvania's critical role in early American governance, noting that the legislature was instrumental in ratifying the U.S. Constitution and earning the state its "Keystone State" nickname. The resolution also recognizes the Pennsylvania General Assembly as one of the oldest legislative bodies in the United States, with a current composition of 203 House Representatives and 50 Senators, making it the largest full-time state legislature in the nation. Additionally, the resolution pays tribute to K. Leroy Irvis, who in 1977 became the first African American to lead a state House in the country, serving as Speaker for nearly 15 years. By designating this specific day, the resolution aims to celebrate the legislative branch's 250-year legacy of shaping laws and policies for Pennsylvania and the broader United States.

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https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2025&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=17