Pennsylvania · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Resolution
SR 252: A Resolution recognizing March 18, 2026, as "Gideon's Day" in Pennsylvania to honor the hard and selfless work of public defenders across this Commonwealth.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SR 252 is a resolution introduced in the Pennsylvania Senate on March 20, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: A Resolution recognizing March 18, 2026, as "Gideon's Day" in Pennsylvania to honor the hard and selfless work of public defenders across this Commonwealth. Primary sponsor: Amanda Cappelletti (Democratic). It lists 8 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (March 20, 2026): Referred to Rules & Executive Nominations.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 8 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amanda Cappelletti | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 17 |
| Jay Costa | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 43 |
| Wayne Fontana | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 42 |
| Art Haywood | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 4 |
| Vincent Hughes | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 7 |
| John Kane | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Steve Santarsiero | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 10 |
| Nikil Saval | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 1 |
| Elder Vogel | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 47 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Referred to Rules & Executive Nominations