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America 250 PA outlines statewide programs and seeks more infrastructure support for 2026
Summary
Executive Director Cassandra Coleman told the House Tourism, Recreation and Economic Development Committee that America 2 50 PA has created statewide programs — including bells, trees, student outreach and grants — and is asking for continued budget support as it scales toward 2026.
Cassandra Coleman, executive director of America 2 50 PA, told the House Tourism, Recreation and Economic Development Committee on a recent informational meeting that the commission is running statewide programs to engage every Pennsylvania county ahead of the 2026 semi‑quincentennial.
Coleman said America 2 50 PA has organized initiatives around four pillars — "educate, preserve, innovate, and celebrate" — and described projects meant to reach urban and rural communities alike. "Pennsylvania truly has it all," she said, summarizing the programmatic sweep that ranges from arts installations to classroom visits.
Why it matters: Coleman said the commission wants the celebration to produce lasting local benefit — from tourism to civic education — and…
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