HR 389 — A Resolution recognizing the month of February 2026 as "Senior Independence Month" in Pennsylvania.

PRINTER'S NO.    2769

                  THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF PENNSYLVANIA



           HOUSE RESOLUTION
              No. 389
                                              Session of
                                                2026

     INTRODUCED BY MADDEN, PROBST, McNEILL, SANCHEZ, GUENST, HILL-
        EVANS, NEILSON, VITALI, HOHENSTEIN, RIVERA, CIRESI, PARKER,
        HOWARD, MENTZER, GALLAGHER, CEPEDA-FREYTIZ, K.HARRIS,
        HARKINS, KHAN, FREEMAN, GIRAL, KAZEEM AND MAYES,
        JANUARY 13, 2026

     REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON AGING AND OLDER ADULT SERVICES,
        JANUARY 14, 2026


                               A RESOLUTION
 1   Recognizing the month of February 2026 as "Senior Independence
 2      Month" in Pennsylvania.
 3      WHEREAS, February is National Senior Independence Month, a
 4   time to recognize and honor this Commonwealth's older adults and
 5   encourage community engagement by promoting social interaction,
 6   good health and life satisfaction; and
 7      WHEREAS, Older Pennsylvanians have contributed immeasurably
 8   to the growth, vitality and character of our communities through
 9   their wisdom, experience and accomplishments; and
10      WHEREAS, Independence is vital to maintaining dignity and
11   quality of life, enabling all adults to thrive as active
12   participants in their families, neighborhoods and society; and
13      WHEREAS, Promoting independence requires collaboration across
14   all generations and providing access to health care, supportive
15   services, affordable housing and opportunities for lifelong
16   learning and engagement; and
 1      WHEREAS, By recognizing the month of February, the
 2   Commonwealth sends a powerful message that the independence of
 3   older Pennsylvanians is a year-round priority, addressing the
 4   evolving needs of all residents; therefore be it
 5      RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives recognize
 6   February 2026 as "Senior Independence Month" in Pennsylvania;
 7   and be it further
 8      RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives call upon all
 9   residents to join in recognizing the contributions of this
10   Commonwealth's older adults and promoting programs and
11   activities that foster connections and support for older
12   Pennsylvanians.




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