Recognizing April 29, 2025, as "World Wish Day" in Pennsylvania.
Summary
Senate Resolution 61 is a commemorative resolution that recognizes April 29, 2025, as “World Wish Day” in Pennsylvania. The resolution honors the Make-A-Wish Foundation and its mission of granting wishes to children with critical illnesses, citing the organization’s long history, international reach, and the number of wishes granted in Pennsylvania and worldwide.
The resolution recites several findings about the impact of wish-granting, including the idea that wishes can provide hope, strengthen children facing serious illness, and bring communities together. It also notes the 45th anniversary of the first wish that inspired the Make-A-Wish Foundation and the 15th anniversary of the first official World Wish Day.
Impact
SR61 does not amend, create, or repeal any statutory provisions in Pennsylvania law. Its legal effect is limited to a formal legislative recognition of World Wish Day and the Make-A-Wish Foundation’s work, with no direct regulatory, fiscal, or administrative changes for state agencies, schools, healthcare providers, or private parties.
Sentiment
The sentiment around the resolution is strongly supportive and celebratory. The bill is sponsored by a bipartisan group of senators and reflects broad goodwill toward children with critical illnesses and the Make-A-Wish Foundation’s charitable mission. No votes or committee transcripts are provided, but the text itself is affirmative and ceremonial in tone.
Contention
No notable points of contention are apparent from the bill text or the available legislative history. Because this is a nonbinding commemorative resolution, it is unlikely to raise policy disputes; the only substantive focus is on honoring the Make-A-Wish Foundation, children with critical illnesses, and the symbolic observance of World Wish Day.