H.R.278

Designating September 12, 2025, as "The Day of the Bible" in Pennsylvania.

Introduced·6/30/25

Pennsylvania HR278 designates September 12, 2025, as "The Day of the Bible" to honor the historical significance of the first complete.

Pennsylvania HR278 designates September 12, 2025, as "The Day of the Bible" in Pennsylvania. This resolution commemorates the approval of the first complete English-language Bible printed in America, known as the "Aitken Bible," on September 12, 1782. The resolution encourages schools, civic institutions, and community organizations to observe this day with educational, historical, and cultural programs that highlight the Bible's significance in Pennsylvania's past and present.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

14 Yea

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12 Nay

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History

Jan 28

House

Laid on the table (Pursuant to House Rule 71)

Oct 6, 2025

House

Reported as amended

Jun 30, 2025

House

Referred to Intergovernmental Affairs & Operations