Committee reports resolution designating February 2026 as Senior Independence Month in Pennsylvania

The House Aging and Older Adult Services Committee on an announced date in 2026 reported House Resolution 389, Printer's No. 2769, which designates February 2026 as Senior Independence Month in Pennsylvania.

Chuck, asked by the chair to explain the measure, read the resolution's text: "House resolution 3 89, printer's number 2769, offered by Representative Madden, designates February 2026 as senior independence month in Pennsylvania." The resolution recognizes older Pennsylvanians' contributions and encourages promotion of programs that support independence.

Chair Koziarowski noted Representative Madden, who sponsored the measure, was running late and had asked the chair to preside. The chair said the resolution's purpose is to "honor older adults, celebrate their contributions, and reaffirm our commitment to supporting their independence," and listed areas the resolution highlights, including access to health and wellness programs, affordable housing, in-home care, transportation services and social connection opportunities.

A committee member offered a brief personal remark in support of the designation, saying, "As a senior, I do feel rather independent, except I must say with this snow, I did have to call my son to help me out." The comment was made during discussion and recorded but did not change the committee's action.

Chair Koziarowski moved to vote on House Resolution 389. With no further discussion and no negative votes recorded, the chair announced that House Resolution 389 "will be reported as committed from the House Aging and Older Adult Services Committee." The transcript records no formal roll-call vote tally and no recorded dissent.

The committee adjourned following the action.