Pennsylvania HR481 designates May 2, 2026, as "Negro Leagues Day" to honor African-American baseball players' contributions.

Pennsylvania HR481 designates May 2, 2026, as "Negro Leagues Day" to recognize the contributions of African-American baseball players. The resolution highlights the historical significance of Pennsylvania's ties to Negro League baseball teams and players. It notes the formation of early Negro baseball clubs like the Philadelphia Pythians and the achievements of teams such as the Philadelphia Giants and Homestead Grays. The resolution also acknowledges the impact of players like Josh Gibson and Roy Campanella, who made significant contributions to baseball.

Pennsylvania HR481 designates May 2, 2026, as "Negro Leagues Day" to honor African-American baseball players' contributions.

Pennsylvania HR481 designates May 2, 2026, as "Negro Leagues Day" to recognize the contributions of African-American baseball players. The resolution highlights the historical significance of Pennsylvania's ties to Negro League baseball teams and players. It notes the formation of early Negro baseball clubs like the Philadelphia Pythians and the achievements of teams such as the Philadelphia Giants and Homestead Grays. The resolution also acknowledges the impact of players like Josh Gibson and Roy Campanella, who made significant contributions to baseball.