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A Concurrent Resolution urging the Congress of the United States to limit the appellate jurisdiction of the Federal courts regarding the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance in public schools.

An act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for jurisdiction relative to complaints filed with the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission.

An Act prohibiting the sale or issuance of certain gift certificates or gift cards with expiration dates, the imposition of transaction, service or convenience fees and the imposition of dormancy fees; providing the Attorney General certain powers and duties; and repealing inconsistent statutes.

An Act establishing the State Railroad Infrastructure Bank and the State Railroad Infrastructure Bank Fund; and providing for the powers and duties of the Department of Transportation.

An Act amending the act of October 27, 1955 (P.L.744, No.222), known as the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act, further providing construction and exclusiveness of remedy.

A Resolution designating January 2004 as "School Director Recognition Month" in Pennsylvania.

A Resolution honoring Senator Robert C. Jubelirer, who has served as President pro tempore of the Senate of Pennsylvania longer than any other individual.

A Resolution urging the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to further evaluate the negative effects of the proposed realignment of veterans services and to consider alternative measures.

A Resolution honoring the memory of police officers who gave their lives in the line of duty in this Commonwealth and recognizing the memorial services in their honor in Soldiers' Grove at the State Capitol on May 10, 2004.

This series contains House Bills and Resolutions, as well as any Senate Bills and Resolutions, that Jerry Stern was involved with during his time in the House. There are materials from 1997 up to 2014, including information on his police memorial resolutions, his efforts to help school directors get recognition, and his efforts to make bath salts illegal in Pennsylvania.