Pennsylvania HR267: A Resolution designating June 8, 2025, as "Lieutenant Colonel George Hardy Day" in Pennsylvania, honoring Lieutenant Colonel George Hardy's military service and recognizing him as a decorated veteran, community leader and enduring symbol of courage.

What the bill says

A resolution Designating June 8, 2025, as "Lieutenant Colonel George Hardy Day" in Pennsylvania, honoring Lieutenant Colonel George Hardy's military service and recognizing him as a decorated veteran, community leader and enduring symbol of courage.

From the introduced text, June 20, 2025:

A RESOLUTION Designating June 8, 2025, as "Lieutenant Colonel George Hardy Day" in Pennsylvania, honoring Lieutenant Colonel George Hardy's military service and recognizing him as a decorated veteran, community leader and enduring symbol of courage. WHEREAS, Lieutenant Colonel George Hardy was born in South Philadelphia and celebrated his 100th birthday on June 8, 2025; and WHEREAS, Lt. Col. Hardy is the last surviving member of the United States Army Air Corps 99th Pursuit Squadron activated during World War II as the first African American fighter squadron, commonly known as the Tuskegee Airmen, whose courage, dedication and service continues to inspire both military personnel and civilians of all backgrounds throughout this country; and WHEREAS, Lt. Col. Hardy is a proud alumnus of South Philadelphia High School who, as a student, aspired to become an engineer; and WHEREAS, Lt. Col. Hardy received a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Master of Science in Systems Engineering-Reliability from the United States Air Force Institute of Technology and an Honorary Doctor of Public Service from Tuskegee University; and WHEREAS, Upon completion of his basic training at Keesler Army Airfield in Biloxi, Mississippi, Lt. Col. Hardy completed his pilot training at the Tuskegee Institute, earning his wings in September 1944; and WHEREAS, Assigned to serve in the 99th Fighter Squadron, 332nd Fighter Group (P51- Mustang Aircraft) …

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Sponsors

• Elizabeth Fiedler (D, 184) · primary sponsor
• Jordan Harris (D, 186)
• Napoleon Nelson (D, 154)
• Joanna McClinton (D, 191)
• Jeanne McNeill (D, 133)
• Benjamin Waxman (D, 182)
• Arvind Venkat (D, 30)
• Carol Hill-Evans (D, 95)
• T. Davis (D, 141)
• James Haddock (D, 118)
• Nancy Guenst (D, 152)
• Christopher Pielli (D, 156)

Latest actions

1. June 25, 2025: (Remarks see House Journal Page 1062-1063), June 25, 2025
2. June 25, 2025: Adopted, June 25, 2025 (203-0)
3. June 23, 2025: Reported as committed, June 23, 2025
4. June 20, 2025: Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS, June 20, 2025

Votes

• Adopted, June 25, 2025 (203-0) (June 25, 2025): 203 yea, 0 nay, passed
• House Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness: Report Bill As Committed (June 23, 2025): 26 yea, 0 nay, passed

Common questions

What is HR267?

HR267 is a bill in the Pennsylvania Legislature (2025-2026 Regular Session): A Resolution designating June 8, 2025, as "Lieutenant Colonel George Hardy Day" in Pennsylvania, honoring Lieutenant Colonel George Hardy's military service and recognizing him as a decorated veteran, community leader and enduring symbol of courage.

What does HR267 do?

In its own words: A resolution Designating June 8, 2025, as "Lieutenant Colonel George Hardy Day" in Pennsylvania, honoring Lieutenant Colonel George Hardy's military service and recognizing him as a decorated veteran, community leader and enduring symbol of courage.

What is the status of HR267?

Passed both chambers as of June 25, 2025. Latest action: (Remarks see House Journal Page 1062-1063), June 25, 2025 (June 25, 2025).

Who sponsored HR267?

Elizabeth Fiedler (D, 184), with 11 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for HR267?

On the Pennsylvania Legislature website: https://www.palegis.us/legislation/bills/2025/hr267