Pennsylvania HR 333: A Resolution directing the Joint State Government Commission to conduct a study on the feasibility of establishing a senior military college at the soon-to-close Penn State Fayette, The Eberly Campus, and to report its findings to the General Assembly.

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PRINTER'S NO. 2396
THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF PENNSYLVANIA
HOUSE RESOLUTION
No. 333
Session of
2025
INTRODUCED BY KRUPA, BASHLINE, BERNSTINE, COOK, GILLEN, O'NEAL,
REICHARD, STENDER, WARNER AND WATRO, OCTOBER 1, 2025
REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION, OCTOBER 1, 2025
A RESOLUTION
Directing the Joint State Government Commission to conduct a
study on the feasibility of establishing a senior military
college at the soon-to-close Penn State Fayette, The Eberly
Campus, and to report its findings to the General Assembly.
WHEREAS, The Pennsylvania State University has announced
plans to close its Fayette branch campus, The Eberly Campus,
located in Lemont Furnace, Fayette County, creating a risk of
economic loss, community disruption and the deterioration of a
valuable educational facility; and
WHEREAS, The Eberly Campus is a modern, well-maintained
property with existing classrooms, laboratories, athletic
facilities, student housing and infrastructure that could serve
as the foundation for a new and innovative educational
institution; and
WHEREAS, The concept of a senior military college, an
institution offering rigorous academic degree programs
integrated with military training, leadership development and
Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) participation, would be
unique within this Commonwealth and could attract students from
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across the nation; and
WHEREAS, Such an institution could offer degree programs in
high-demand fields, including nursing, mechanical engineering,
civil engineering, business, accounting, political science,
cybersecurity and other areas critical to this Commonwealth's
workforce and national defense needs; and
WHEREAS, Establishing a senior military college in this
Commonwealth could promote economic development, enhance this
Commonwealth's role in national security education and provide
new career pathways for Pennsylvania students while preserving a
valuable campus property; therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives direct the Joint
State Government Commission to conduct a study into the
feasibility of establishing a senior military college at the
soon-to-close Penn State Fayette, The Eberly Campus; and be it
further
RESOLVED, That the study include, but not be limited to:
(1) an assessment of existing campus infrastructure and
the suitability of the facilities for a senior military
college model;
(2) an analysis of academic program demand in military-
related and civilian leadership fields;
(3) potential partnerships with the Pennsylvania
National Guard, United States Department of War and
institutions of higher education;
(4) projected enrollment, tuition models and long-term
financial sustainability;
(5) potential economic impact on Fayette County and the
surrounding region;
(6) funding options, including Federal, State and
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private investment; and
(7) any legal, accreditation or regulatory
considerations;
and be it further
RESOLVED, That the Joint State Government Commission consult
with stakeholders, including the United States Department of
War, the Department of Education, the Department of Military and
Veterans Affairs, the Pennsylvania National Guard, local
government officials, veteran organizations, business leaders
and Fayette County residents; and be it further
RESOLVED, That the Joint State Government Commission submit
its findings and recommendations to the General Assembly within
12 months of the adoption of this resolution.
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