HR 247 — A Resolution designating the month of June 2025 as "Golf Tourism Month" in Pennsylvania.

PRINTER'S NO.    1816

                     THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF PENNSYLVANIA



              HOUSE RESOLUTION
                 No. 247
                                                 Session of
                                                   2025

     INTRODUCED BY McANDREW, VENKAT, GIRAL, KHAN, COOPER, PROBST,
        MALAGARI, DONAHUE, SANCHEZ AND CERRATO, JUNE 2, 2025

     REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON TOURISM, RECREATION AND ECONOMIC
        DEVELOPMENT, JUNE 3, 2025


                                  A RESOLUTION
 1   Designating the month of June 2025 as "Golf Tourism Month" in
 2      Pennsylvania.
 3         WHEREAS, This Commonwealth is home to more than 500 golf
 4   courses, ranging from historic clubs to modern public courses,
 5   offering diverse experiences for golfers of all skill levels;
 6   and
 7         WHEREAS, This Commonwealth's golf industry significantly
 8   contributes to the State's economy, supporting local businesses,
 9   creating jobs and attracting visitors from across the nation and
10   around the world; and
11         WHEREAS, Golf tourism promotes outdoor recreation, encourages
12   healthy lifestyles and showcases this Commonwealth's scenic
13   landscapes and hospitality; and
14         WHEREAS, This Commonwealth has produced many distinguished
15   professional golfers who have elevated the game and brought
16   pride to this Commonwealth, including Arnold Palmer of Latrobe,
17   a legendary figure known as "The King," whose impact on golf
 1   remains unmatched; Jim Furyk of West Chester, a United States
 2   Open Champion and Ryder Cup captain; and Betsy King of Reading,
 3   a Hall of Fame Ladies Professional Golf Association golfer with
 4   34 tour wins, whose achievements have inspired generations of
 5   athletes; and
 6      WHEREAS, Designating the month of June 2025 as "Golf Tourism
 7   Month" highlights the importance of golf to this Commonwealth's
 8   tourism sector and encourages residents and visitors alike to
 9   explore the State's golfing opportunities; therefore be it
10      RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives designate the
11   month of June 2025 as "Golf Tourism Month" in Pennsylvania; and
12   be it further
13      RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives encourage
14   Pennsylvanians and visitors to participate in golf-related
15   activities and support local golf courses and related businesses
16   throughout the month.




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