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House Co-Sponsorship Memoranda
House of Representatives
Session of 2021 - 2022
Regular Session
MEMORANDUM
| Posted: | September 13, 2022 04:36 PM |
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| From: | Representative Christina D. Sappey and Rep. Donna Bullock, Rep. Christopher M. Rabb |
| To: | All House members |
| Subject: | Transcontinental Underground Railroad Month – September 2022 |
| The Underground Railroad is a significant freedom movement in African American history. Numerous enslaved African Americans traversed Pennsylvania using the Underground Railroad during the 19th century in their quest for freedom. A multitude of safehouses, hiding places, and escape routes operated covertly throughout the state, and a multiracial network of Pennsylvanians risked their own freedom to help their compatriots escape bondage. The Underground Railroad was integral in the freedom and advancement of African American people in the past, as well as today. It is essential that we recognize the impact of the Underground Railroad, as well as the inspirational efforts of the freedom seekers and abolitionists of Pennsylvania. For this reason, we plan to introduce a concurrent resolution recognizing September 2022 as “Transcontinental Underground Railroad Month” in Pennsylvania. This resolution will honor our great state and its people as well as all those who have fought and continue to fight for their freedom. Please join us in co-sponsoring this resolution and pay tribute to those who have taken great risks for freedom. Your consideration is greatly appreciated. |
Introduced as HR229