Summary#

HR-657 is a Pennsylvania House resolution, not a bill that amends an existing law. It would have the House designate November 18, 2026, as “Kada Scott Day,” extend condolences to her family and send them a copy of the resolution. Its stated purpose is to recognize Scott and remember her life and work; the resolution has been introduced and referred to the Appropriations Committee, but has not been adopted.

• If adopted, the designation would be made by the Pennsylvania House of Representatives.
• The resolution would also extend the House’s condolences to Scott’s family and direct that a copy be sent to them.
• It notes the Kada Scott Foundation’s work, but does not direct the state to fund or run the Foundation.

What it means for you#

• Pennsylvania residents: The resolution would not require you, a business, a school, or a local government to observe the day. It does not change taxes, benefits, or legal duties.
• Scott’s family: If adopted, the House would extend condolences and send the family a copy.
• The Kada Scott Foundation: The resolution recognizes the Foundation’s work, but does not provide it with money or create a state program.

Money#

No cost information is in the available material.

• The resolution contains no appropriation, fee, tax, or staffing requirement.
• It gives no estimate of any costs associated with sending the family a copy.

What is unclear#

• The resolution does not specify any official events or other actions to mark the day.
• It does not say that state agencies, schools, or local governments should take part.
• The resolution’s passage is uncertain; it has not yet been adopted.

Case for#

• A possible argument for the resolution is that it gives public recognition to Scott’s life and the loss felt by her family and community.
• It also draws attention to the Foundation’s scholarships, creative-business grants, mentorship, and community programs without claiming the state will fund them.
• Sending the family a copy would be a direct, limited expression of the House’s condolences.

Case against#

• One concern is that the designation is symbolic: the resolution does not require activities or provide resources for the Foundation’s work.
• The resolution does not explain what, if anything, public bodies should do on the designated day.