Governors across the country are commemorating America’s independence by sharing Fourth of July messages and encouraging Americans to celebrate with patriotism, issuing official proclamations, and announcing statewide initiatives.
From coast to coast, states are marking the 250th anniversary of the United States Declaration of Independence, also known as the country’s semiquincentennial celebration.
His administration has framed the semiquincentennial as an opportunity to emphasize civic education, the country’s founding principles, and patriotic observances throughout the year.
His administration has also promoted Fourth of July–related initiatives, including free access to California’s State Parks Historian Passport through the holiday weekend as part of the nation’s 250th anniversary observance.
“There’s no better time to be an Alabamian than right now. I am more optimistic than ever before for the future of Alabama and our country,” Ivey said in the video message.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro acknowledged first responders, commending them on their service on a holiday.
Shapiro also released a video message to Pennsylvanians, sharing the story of American soldier Margaret Cochran, who fought alongside her husband on the battlefield in the American Revolutionary War.
The video, created by the Virginia American Revolution 250 commission, said there’s no better time to reconnect with the country “in a place that made it possible.”
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has encouraged residents to celebrate the nation’s independence by attending Sail4th 250, the massive international tall ships celebration commemorating the nation’s 250th anniversary. The festivities include more than 30 tall ships, military vessels, air shows, and expanded fireworks displays over New York Harbor.
Ahead of the holiday weekend, Hochul announced statewide transportation and public safety measures, including increased highway patrols, roadwork suspensions where possible, and travel preparations intended to ease congestion during one of the busiest travel weekends of the year.
