Pennsylvania legislation · 2025-2026 Regular Session
Pennsylvania SR368: A Resolution designating September 25, 2026, as "Luzerne County Day" in Pennsylvania in recognition of the 240th anniversary of the establishment of Luzerne County.
Status: In committee, September 24, 2026
What the bill says
A resolution Designating September 25, 2026, as "Luzerne County Day" in Pennsylvania in recognition of the 240th anniversary of the establishment of Luzerne County.
From the introduced text, September 24, 2026:
A RESOLUTION Designating September 25, 2026, as "Luzerne County Day" in Pennsylvania in recognition of the 240th anniversary of the establishment of Luzerne County. WHEREAS, Luzerne County was established on September 25, 1786, making 2026 the 240th anniversary of the county's founding; and WHEREAS, Luzerne County was formed from a portion of Northumberland County and was named in honor of the Chevalier de la Luzerne, Anne-César de La Luzerne, who served as French minister to the United States during the American Revolution and was a steadfast supporter of the cause of American independence; and WHEREAS, Situated along the Susquehanna River in northeastern Pennsylvania, Luzerne County has played an important role in the history and development of this Commonwealth and our nation; and WHEREAS, The discovery and development of the region's vast anthracite coal resources transformed Luzerne County into a center of industry, attracting generations of hardworking families whose labor helped fuel the growth of Pennsylvania and the United States; and WHEREAS, The county's rich industrial heritage was built by miners, railroad workers, manufacturers, tradespeople and countless others whose determination, sacrifice and ingenuity helped shape the communities of the Wyoming Valley and surrounding region; and WHEREAS, Generations of immigrants from across Europe and around the world made Luzerne County their home, creating a diverse cultural heritage that continues to be reflected …
Sponsors
- Martin Flynn (D, 22) · primary sponsor
- David Argall (R, 29)
- Lynda Schlegel Culver (R, SD-027)
- Lisa Baker (R, 20)
- Scott Martin (R, 13)
- Patty Kim (D, 15)
- Timothy Kearney (D, 26)
- Vogel Jr., Elder A. (R, 47)
- Christine Tartaglione (D, 2)
- Steven Santarsiero (D, 10)
- Jay Costa (D, 43)
- Cris Dush (R, 25)
Latest actions
- : Referred to RULES AND EXECUTIVE NOMINATIONS, Sept. 24, 2026
Common questions
- What is SR368?
- SR368 is a bill in the Pennsylvania Legislature (2025-2026 Regular Session): A Resolution designating September 25, 2026, as "Luzerne County Day" in Pennsylvania in recognition of the 240th anniversary of the establishment of Luzerne County.
- What does SR368 do?
- In its own words: A resolution Designating September 25, 2026, as "Luzerne County Day" in Pennsylvania in recognition of the 240th anniversary of the establishment of Luzerne County.
- What is the status of SR368?
- In committee as of September 24, 2026. Latest action: Referred to RULES AND EXECUTIVE NOMINATIONS, Sept. 24, 2026 (September 24, 2026).
- Who sponsored SR368?
- Martin Flynn (D, 22), with 11 co-sponsors.
- Where is the official record for SR368?
- On the Pennsylvania Legislature website: https://www.palegis.us/legislation/bills/2025/sr368
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