HR 345 — A Resolution designating the month of July 2026 as "Culinary Arts Month" in Pennsylvania.

PRINTER'S NO.    2465

                     THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF PENNSYLVANIA



              HOUSE RESOLUTION
                 No. 345
                                                 Session of
                                                   2025

     INTRODUCED BY GUZMAN, HOHENSTEIN, FREEMAN, NEILSON, HOWARD,
        SANCHEZ, BELLMON, CIRESI, RIVERA, D. WILLIAMS, MAYES AND
        FRANKEL, OCTOBER 14, 2025

     REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON LABOR AND INDUSTRY, OCTOBER 16, 2025


                                  A RESOLUTION
 1   Designating the month of July 2026 as "Culinary Arts Month" in
 2      Pennsylvania.
 3         WHEREAS, Pennsylvania's culinary education programs, career
 4   and technical education centers and community colleges equip
 5   students with essential skills for careers in food service,
 6   hospitality and culinary innovation and prepare them for
 7   postsecondary education and a globally competitive workforce;
 8   and
 9         WHEREAS, Pennsylvania has a rich culinary heritage, including
10   restaurants, wineries and food producers, whose creativity,
11   innovation and entrepreneurship strengthen local economies,
12   tourism and community engagement; and
13         WHEREAS, Observed since 2002 and recognized annually in the
14   month of July, "National Culinary Arts Month" celebrates the
15   skill, creativity and dedication of culinary professionals, from
16   chefs and bakers to educators and food industry leaders; and
17         WHEREAS, Designating "Culinary Arts Month" in Pennsylvania
 1   encourages students, educators and communities to explore
 2   culinary arts, participate in educational programs, support
 3   local food businesses and develop skills that contribute to
 4   workforce readiness, economic growth and the cultural richness
 5   of this Commonwealth; therefore be it
 6      RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives designate the
 7   month of July 2026 as "Culinary Arts Month" in Pennsylvania; and
 8   be it further
 9      RESOLVED, That during "Culinary Arts Month," the residents of
10   this Commonwealth be encouraged to celebrate chefs, culinary
11   professionals, students and educational programs across this
12   Commonwealth; and be it further
13      RESOLVED, That schools, career and technical education
14   centers, community colleges, culinary associations and local
15   food businesses be encouraged to participate in educational and
16   celebratory activities throughout the month.




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