A Resolution recognizing the service of the Honorable Jerry A. Stern, an 11-term former member of the House of Representatives, and expressing condolences upon his death on December 11, 2024, in Marti . . .nsburg, Blair County, at 69 years of age.
Summary
House Resolution 129 is a commemorative resolution honoring the life and public service of the Honorable Jerry A. Stern, an 11-term former member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. The resolution notes his death on December 11, 2024, in Martinsburg, Blair County, at age 69, and formally expresses condolences to his family.
The resolution recounts Stern’s legislative career representing the 80th District and later Blair County, including his service from 1993 through January 2015. It highlights his leadership roles, including Minority Caucus Secretary and chair of the Tourism and Recreational Development Committee, as well as his work on issues such as agriculture, tourism promotion, library and school funding, and employment. The resolution also recognizes his broader public service, community involvement, and mentorship of other legislators.
Impact
This resolution does not amend, create, or repeal any state law or statute. Its legal effect is ceremonial and symbolic: it records the House’s official recognition of Jerry A. Stern’s service and directs that a copy be transmitted to his family. The measure has no regulatory or fiscal impact on affected parties beyond the public acknowledgment of his contributions.
Sentiment
The sentiment around the resolution is uniformly positive and respectful. It was introduced as a noncontroversial resolution and passed the House on the uncontested calendar with 202 yeas and 0 nays, indicating broad bipartisan agreement. The discussion materials provided do not show any opposition or debate.
Contention
There is no notable contention reflected in the available record. Because the resolution is commemorative, it does not present policy disagreements or competing stakeholder positions. The only substantive content is praise for Stern’s legislative service, community involvement, and leadership, along with condolences to his surviving family.
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