SR252

Recognizing March 18, 2026, as "Gideon's Day" in Pennsylvania to honor the hard and selfless work of public defenders across this Commonwealth.

Introduced·3/20/26
Introduced Text

Recognizing March 18, 2026, as "Gideon's Day" in Pennsylvania to honor public defenders.

The resolution recognizes March 18, 2026, as "Gideon's Day" in Pennsylvania to honor the hard and selfless work of public defenders. It highlights the importance of public defenders in ensuring a fair trial and protecting constitutional rights. The resolution emphasizes the need for additional state funding to alleviate the strain on public defenders and improve the quality of legal defense.

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Current
Rules & Executive Nominations Committee
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Committee decision

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Mar 20

Senate

Referred to Rules & Executive Nominations