Posted: | March 6, 2020 11:34 AM |
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From: | Representative Thomas P. Murt |
To: | All House members |
Subject: | Designating April 15, 2020 as "Jackie Robinson Day" in PA |
I will soon introduce a resolution honoring the lifetime achievements and lasting influence of Jackie Robinson. On April 15, 1947, Robinson became the first African American to play for a major league baseball team, being named Rookie of the Year. Over the course of his career, he also earned recognition as the first African American to win a batting title, lead the league in stolen bases, play in an All-Star game, play in the World Series, win an MVP award, and be elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame. To honor his achievements, Major League Baseball retired his number, #42. This resolution will designate April 15, 2020 as “Jackie Robinson Day” to honor him and his many achievements. |
Introduced as HR924