This constitution was amended in 1901, 1909, 1911, 19, 1915, 1918. State and federal laws relating to historic preservation. No person who acknowledges the being of a god and a future state of rewards. The pennsylvania constitution of 1776 ratified september 28, 1776 was the state s first constitution following their declaration of independence and has been described as the most democratic in america. Designation, by foreign corporation, of agent for service of process. The constitution of pennsylvania is the basic governing document of the commonwealth of pennsylvania. Some standard statements have bulleted items known as standard descriptors. Each category has a number of standards statements designated by a capital letter.
The state treasurer shall be appointed, annually, by the joint vote of the members of both houses. The disenfranchisement of black pennsylvanians in the 1838 state constitution. The constitution of pennsylvania pa general assembly. Proclamation of disaster emergency march 6, 2020 concern. The academic standards for civics and government consist of four standard categories designated as 5. Constitution of virginia foreword the virginia constitution of 1971 was approved by vote of the people on november 3, 1970, and became effective on july 1, 1971. The pennsylvania constitution of 1776 was principally written by james cannon, george bryan, and benjamin franklin. Following the idea of popular rule to its logical conclusion, pennsylvania created a state government with several distinctive features.
The convention met at carson city on july 4, 1864, and adjourned on july 28 of t. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. On july 18 the convention appointed a drafting committee, which reported a week later. Deliberations began one week later under the chairmanship of benjamin franklin. All acts of the general assembly, the governor, and each. Records of the department of state, basic documents. On december 12, 1787, pennsylvania becomes the second state to ratify the constitution, by a vote of 46 to 23. If approved, state and local governments will need to create new procedures to ensure that victims receive the rights provided for by the amendment. As revised, with amendments adopted by the constitutional convention of 1938 and approved by vote of the people on november 8, 1938 and amendments subsequently adopted by the legislature and approved by vote of the people. Arizona state constitution the arizona revised statutes have been updated to include the revised sections from the 52nd legislature, 2nd regular session.
Constitution of the commonwealth of pennsylvania 1790 the. All men are born equally free and independent, and have certain inherent and indefeasible rights, among which are those of enjoying and. The preamble to the pennsylvania constitution states. Since 1776, pennsylvanias constitution has undergone five versions. All commissions shall be in the name and by the authority of the commonwealth of pennsylvania, and be sealed with the state seal, and signed by the governor. Categorieslocal government administration, publications and documents file type download7764 size838. Acceptance of constitution by existing corporations as prerequisite for amendment or renewal of charter. Constitution of the commonwealth of pennsylvania article. Pa growing smarter land use planning series the governors center for local government services provides valuable tools that will support wise land use decisions and will encourage economic development, a healthy environment, and strong communities. The constitution of 1874 was adopted november 3, 1873, by a constitutional. On the 1st wednesday of september 1864, the constitution was approved by the vote of the people of the territory of.
A guiding question for each lesson is included below each section. In 1776 pennsylvania adopted a new constitution that has been described as the most democratic in america in late june 1776 convention representatives met in philadelphia and by july 8 elected delegates to write a new state constitution. The constitution of pennsylvania is the supreme law within the commonwealth of pennsylvania. Pennsylvania was the first large state to ratify, as well as the first state to endure.
The shpo administers all official state historic preservation. Consistent with the procedures prescribed by article xi, section 1 of the constitution, the general. Revisions of the pennsylvania declaration of rights. Revisions of the pennsylvania declaration of rights, between. This site is meant to be a primary source of information about the. Constitution of the commonwealth of pennsylvania 1790 pa.
Printable constitution of pennsylvania 1776 transcription the representatives of the free men of the same, and a president and council, in manner and form followingsect. First, the pennsylvania constitution of 1776 abolished property requirements for voting as well as for holding office. Proposing an amendment to the constitution of the commonwealth of pennsylvania, providing for rights of victims of crime. Pennsylvania constitution of 1776 phmc our documentary. Under the pennsylvania history code and the national historic preservation act, the pennsylvania historical and museum commission phmc, the commonwealths official history agency, is designated as the state historic preservation office shpo. Citizens guide to pennsylvania local government pdf pa. Mar 06, 2020 further, pursuant to the powers vested in me by the constitution and laws of the commonwealth pursuant to 51 pa. Preamble we, the people of the commonwealth of pennsylvania, grateful to almighty god for the blessings of civil and religious liberty, and humbly invoking his guidance, do ordain and establish. Find information and services from pennsylvania state government agencies. Most clauses contain the statements printed below, which are followed by more extensive description of the structure of the system e. For information on visiting the capitol complex, please visit. Pennsylvanias public natural resources are the common property of all the people, including generations yet to come. In 1776, pennsylvania adopted a new constitution that has been described as the most democratic in america. The supreme legislative power shall be vested in a house of representatives of the freemen of the commonwealth or state of pennsylvania.
Taxation of stock owned by persons or corporations without the state. Home statutes of pennsylvania consolidated statutes the constitution of pennsylvania the constitution of pennsylvania text size. The constitution was ratified at a special election held december 16, 1873, and went into effect january 1, 1874. Constitutional law pennsylvania constitution equal. Below are portions of the education clauses from the state constitutions. Article i, section 27 was agreed to in the 19691970 and 197172 sessions of the general assembly, and approved by the states voters on may 18, 1971.
That all men are born equally free and independent, and have certain natural, inherent and inalienable rights, amongst which are, the enjoying and defending life and liberty, acquiring, possessing and protecting property, and pursuing and obtaining happiness and safety. The current constitution entered into force in 1968, and has been amended numerous. Lawyers, journalists, and members of the public are welcome to start here when beginning research about the pennsylvania constitution, pennsylvania constitutional law cases pending in various courts, and current public policy debates concerning the state constitution. This edition of the new york state constitution is provided as a public service by the. On july 18 the convention appointed a drafting committee. Email webmaster contact senator contact representative. Article i section 27 of the pennsylvania constitution states. Pennsylvania created the most radical state constitution of the period. Resources guide explore the links in the text of the constitution below to discover a variety of relevant, classroom ready, lessons and activities from the bill of rights institute. Terms of office of auditor general and state treasurer. The commonwealth or state of pennsylvania shall be governed hereafter by an assembly of the representatives of the freemen. The official website of the commonwealth of pennsylvania. Lawyers, journalists, and members of the public are welcome to start here when beginning research about the pennsylvania constitution, pennsylvania constitutional law cases pending in various courts, and current public policy debates. We, the people of the commonwealth of pennsylvania, grateful to almighty god for the blessings of civil and religious liberty, and humbly invoking his guidance, do ordain and establish this constitution.
Printable constitution of pennsylvania 1776 transcription. This means the state government is responsible for protecting pennsylvanias environment on behalf of its. Local government regulations of wireless telecommunications facilities pdf. The 1971 constitution is the fifth complete revision of virginias fundamental law since 1776other complete revisions having been effective in 1830, 1851, 1870, and 1902.
Pa will look to other states for guidance, not binding, but will consider. Arizona state constitution arizona state legislature. Further, pursuant to the powers vested in me by the constitution and laws of the commonwealth pursuant to 51 pa. Widely considered the most democratic constitution of its time, it granted all.
The disenfranchisement of black pennsylvanians in the 1838. Please note that the next update of this compilation will not take place until after the conclusion of the 53rd legislature, 1st regular session, which convenes on january 9, 2017. Contested elections of governor, lieutenant governor and attorney general. Blacks had voted for many years in some parts of the state, but under the new. Court endorsed new emphasis on state constitutional jurisprudence in pa. The pennsylvania state constitution, section 27, states the people have a right to clean air, pure water, and to the preservation of the natural, scenic, historic and esthetic values of.
Dec 10, 2019 on december 12, 1787, pennsylvania becomes the second state to ratify the constitution, by a vote of 46 to 23. State constitution education clause language molly a. March 23, 2020 notice pennsylvania stay at home order to further combat the spread of covid19, the governor of pennsylvania, tom wolf, has issued a new directive directing all state residents to shelter at. Constitution of the united states of america bill of.
The people have a right to clean air, pure water, and to the preservation of the natural, scenic, historic and esthetic values of the environment. We, the people of the commonwealth of pennsylvania, grateful to almighty god for the blessings. Racism, politics, or economics in 1838 pennsylvania voters approved a state constitution that restricted the right to vote to white freemen. The constitution of 1874 was adopted november 3, 1873, by a constitutional convention which was called pursuant to the act of april 11, 1872 p. Please verify the status of the code you are researching with the state legislature. Proposed amendment to the constitution of pennsylvania public notice the following is a true and correct copy of a joint resolution of the general assembly of pennsylvania proposing an amendment to the constitution of pennsylvania. The pennsylvania state constitution, section 27, states the people have a right to clean air, pure water, and to the preservation of the natural, scenic, historic and esthetic values of the environment. Jan 06, 2016 categorieslocal government administration, publications and documents file type download7754 size838. Pennsylvania state constitution flashcards quizlet.
The pennsylvania constitution of 1776 ratified september 28, 1776 was the states first constitution following their declaration of independence and has been described as the most democratic in america. Constitution of the commonwealth of pennsylvania findlaw. Pennsylvania constitution pennsylvania law us law justia. New jersey state constitution 1947 updated through amendments adopted in november, 2019 a constitution agreed upon by the delegates of the people of new jersey, in convention, begun at rutgers university, the state university of new jersey, in new brunswick, on the twelfth day of june, and continued to the tenth day of september, in the year of our lord. Amendments to the state constitution must be approved by each house of the general assembly in two successive legislative sessions, and then approved by a majority of voters in a public referendum.
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