Pennsylvania 2025-2026 Regular Session

Pennsylvania House Bill HR191

Introduced
4/15/25  

Caption

Designating May 6, 2025, as "AKA Day at the Capitol" in Pennsylvania in recognition of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.

Summary

House Resolution 191 designates May 6, 2025, as "AKA Day at the Capitol" in Pennsylvania in recognition of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. The resolution recites the sorority’s history, size, international reach, and service mission, and highlights its 2022-2026 program themes, including sisterhood, family support, economic wealth, environmental stewardship, social justice advocacy, and local community uplift. The measure is ceremonial rather than regulatory. It does not create or amend any substantive state law, impose requirements on agencies or residents, or appropriate funds. Its practical effect is to formally recognize Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. and its advocacy day at the Capitol, while encouraging visibility for the organization’s community service and civic engagement efforts in Pennsylvania.

Impact

HR191 has no direct effect on Pennsylvania statutes, regulations, or government operations beyond the symbolic designation of May 6, 2025, as "AKA Day at the Capitol." It functions as a commemorative House resolution honoring Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. and acknowledging the organization’s presence and activities in the Commonwealth, particularly its advocacy and service work through chapters in Pennsylvania.

Sentiment

The available materials suggest broadly positive sentiment. The resolution is framed in appreciative terms, applauding Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. for advocacy, service, and community involvement, and there are no recorded votes or committee transcripts indicating opposition or debate. Because the bill is honorary, the tone is celebratory and supportive rather than partisan or contentious.

Contention

No notable points of contention are reflected in the provided record. The resolution does not appear to have generated disagreement in committee or on the floor, and there are no recorded votes or transcripts showing objections. Any discussion implied by the text centers on recognition of the sorority’s advocacy priorities and its role in supporting black women and girls, but no competing viewpoints are documented.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

PA HR198

Designating May 6, 2025, as "AKA Day at the Capitol" in Pennsylvania in recognition of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.

PA HR490

Designating June 2, 2026, as "AKA Day at the Capitol" in Pennsylvania in recognition of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.

PA HCR23

Recognizing April 24, 2025, As Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Or "aka Day At The Capitol" In Delaware.

PA HCR39

Designates May 13, 2025, as AKA Day at the state capitol and commends the members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated

PA SR43

Recognize Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated.

PA SR82

Observe March 20, 2025, as "Alpha Kappa Alpha Day at the Mississippi State Capitol."

PA SR67

Designates Tuesday, April 14, 2026, as AKA Day at the Louisiana State Capitol and commends members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.

PA HR1165

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated Day at the State Capitol; 03/02/26; recognize

PA HR115

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Day at the Capitol, celebrated

PA HR97

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated; commend on the auspicious occasion of Alpha Kappa Alpha Day at the Capitol.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.