Pennsylvania SR357: A Resolution recognizing the month of September 2026 as "National Preparedness Month" in Pennsylvania.

What the bill says

A resolution Recognizing the month of September 2026 as "National Preparedness Month" in Pennsylvania.

From the introduced text, August 19, 2026:

A RESOLUTION Recognizing the month of September 2026 as "National Preparedness Month" in Pennsylvania. WHEREAS, September has been designated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) as "National Preparedness Month" to remind all Americans to prepare themselves and their families now and throughout the year for disasters; and WHEREAS, Disasters and emergencies can strike without warning, posing significant threats to life, property and community well-being; and WHEREAS, Residents can take simple steps to decrease their risk of illness and injury when faced with an emergency, be it manmade or natural; and WHEREAS, Preparedness measures include establishing family evacuation and communication plans, creating financial and medical readiness strategies, determining how to shelter in place and considering the unique needs of children, seniors, individuals with disabilities and pets; and WHEREAS, Residents are encouraged to review insurance coverage, maintain essential supplies and safeguard financial and medical records in case of crisis; and WHEREAS, A well-prepared citizenry strengthens the resilience of the Commonwealth, reduces risk of injury and loss and supports faster recovery from disasters; therefore be it RESOLVED, That the Senate recognize the month of September 2026 as "National Preparedness Month" in Pennsylvania; and be it further RESOLVED, That residents of this Commonwealth be encouraged to take proactive steps to prepare themselves, their families and their communities and to recognize the work of …

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Sponsors

• Katie Muth (D, 44) · primary sponsor
• John Kane (D, 9)
• Nickolas Pisciottano (D, 45)
• Lindsey Williams (D, 38)
• Tracy Pennycuick (R, 24)
• Sharif Street (D, 3)
• Vogel Jr., Elder A. (R, 47)
• Jay Costa (D, 43)
• Vincent Hughes (D, 7)
• Judy Schwank (D, 11)
• Wayne Fontana (D, 42)
• Carolyn Comitta (D, 19)

Latest actions

1. August 19, 2026: Referred to RULES AND EXECUTIVE NOMINATIONS, Aug. 19, 2026

Common questions

What is SR357?

SR357 is a bill in the Pennsylvania Legislature (2025-2026 Regular Session): A Resolution recognizing the month of September 2026 as "National Preparedness Month" in Pennsylvania.

What does SR357 do?

In its own words: A resolution Recognizing the month of September 2026 as "National Preparedness Month" in Pennsylvania.

What is the status of SR357?

In committee as of August 19, 2026. Latest action: Referred to RULES AND EXECUTIVE NOMINATIONS, Aug. 19, 2026 (August 19, 2026).

Who sponsored SR357?

Katie Muth (D, 44), with 11 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for SR357?

On the Pennsylvania Legislature website: https://www.palegis.us/legislation/bills/2025/sr357