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Senate Co-Sponsorship Memoranda
Senate of Pennsylvania
Session of 2021 - 2022
Regular Session
MEMORANDUM
| Posted: | September 10, 2021 02:30 PM |
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| From: | Senator Devlin J. Robinson and Sen. Jay Costa |
| To: | All Senate members |
| Subject: | Wreaths Across America Day |
| We will soon introduce a resolution designating December 18, 2021, as “Wreaths Across America Day” in Pennsylvania. The Wreaths Across America project began in 1992, and is now an annual tradition where Maine balsam fir remembrance wreaths are placed on the graves of the fallen heroes buried at Arlington National Cemetery, as well as more than 2,100 additional locations in all 50 states, while saying the name of each veteran aloud. Its aim is remembering the fallen heroes of the United States; honoring those who have served; and reminding the people of the United States about the sacrifices made by soldiers to preserve our freedoms. From the Revolutionary War to current day conflicts, our veterans are devoted sons, daughters, mothers, fathers, brothers, and sisters who came from all walks to life to put their lives on the line for our freedoms. In many homes, there is an empty seat at the table for the one who is serving or made the ultimate sacrifice. There is no better time to express our appreciation than during the bustling holiday season when it is often the most difficult time for these families. While the official day will be December 18th, there will be a special service in the Main Rotunda of the Capitol on Monday, December 14th at 12:00 p.m. You are welcome and encouraged to attend this event. In the meantime, please join us in cosponsoring this resolution in support of our fallen heroes. |
Introduced as SR212