Pennsylvania HR478: A Resolution designating April 29, 2026, as "Professional Pest Management Appreciation Day" in Pennsylvania.

What the bill says

A resolution Designating April 29, 2026, as "Professional Pest Management Appreciation Day" in Pennsylvania.

From the introduced text, April 9, 2026:

A RESOLUTION Designating April 29, 2026, as "Professional Pest Management Appreciation Day" in Pennsylvania. WHEREAS, Effective pest management in homes, businesses and public places throughout this Commonwealth is an important factor in maintaining the health and well-being of all Pennsylvanians; and WHEREAS, Pest management professionals help protect this Commonwealth's food supply, homes and the environment from disease and pest-related illnesses by practicing environmentally friendly pest control methods; and WHEREAS, The Pennsylvania Pest Management Association provides training, networking and leadership opportunities for Pennsylvania's pest management professionals and is recognized for its efforts to protect our environment as well as to ensure the safe and effective use of pest management materials; and WHEREAS, The National Pest Management Association is committed to educating the public about the dangers posed by pests and the damage they can cause; and WHEREAS, In April 1975, President Gerald Ford first declared April as "Pest Control Month"; and WHEREAS, "Professional Pest Management Appreciation Day" offers residents of this Commonwealth an opportunity to understand and appreciate the important role that pest management providers play in ensuring the welfare of residents; and WHEREAS, April marks the beginning of spring in many parts of the United States, which means the emergence of pests such as mosquitoes, ticks, flies, ants and rodents that have been dormant during the winter; therefore be it …

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Sponsors

• Joseph Kerwin (R, 125) · primary sponsor

Latest actions

1. April 9, 2026: Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY, April 9, 2026

Common questions

What is HR478?

HR478 is a bill in the Pennsylvania Legislature (2025-2026 Regular Session): A Resolution designating April 29, 2026, as "Professional Pest Management Appreciation Day" in Pennsylvania.

What does HR478 do?

In its own words: A resolution Designating April 29, 2026, as "Professional Pest Management Appreciation Day" in Pennsylvania.

What is the status of HR478?

In committee as of April 9, 2026. Latest action: Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY, April 9, 2026 (April 9, 2026).

Who sponsored HR478?

Joseph Kerwin (R, 125).

Where is the official record for HR478?

On the Pennsylvania Legislature website: https://www.palegis.us/legislation/bills/2025/hr478