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SR 403PENNSYLVANIASession 2025-2026State Billsigned

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Senate Resolution 403 Honors the Life and Public Service of Former State Senator and U.S. Representative Timothy Francis Murphy

Original title: A Resolution noting with great sadness the passing of the Honorable Timothy Francis Murphy, whose life greatly benefited all those who lived, served and worked with him; and extending heartfelt condolences to Dr. Murphy's wife, Nanette Missig Murphy, daughter, Bevin DeSantis, grandchildren, Thomasina, Luca and Nico and many other family members and friends.

Last action · October 19, 2026: Introduced and adopted, Oct. 19, 2026Sponsors: Devlin Robinson and 20 others

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What This Bill Does

The Pennsylvania Senate adopted a resolution mourning the passing of former State Senator and U.S. Representative Timothy Francis Murphy at age 73 and extending condolences to his family. The measure records his extensive career in psychology, military service, and legislative achievements in mental health reform.

Why it matters

Changes only the official record of the Senate to honor a deceased former member; no funding or service changes are stated.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Family and friends of Timothy Francis Murphy

Receive formal condolences from the Pennsylvania Senate recorded in the legislative journal.

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What does Senate Resolution 403 do?

It officially notes the passing of former State Senator and U.S. Representative Timothy Francis Murphy, recognizes his public service and legislative accomplishments, and extends condolences to his family.

When was Senate Resolution 403 adopted?

It was introduced and adopted on October 19, 2026.

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Oct 19, 2026SenateIntroduced
Introduced and adopted, Oct. 19, 2026

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Connected Entities

University of Pittsburgh, Timothy Francis Murphy, Walsh Jesuit High School and 13 more

OrganizationUniversity of Pittsburgh“Doctoral degree institution and school of medicine/public health affiliation”Map →

PersonTimothy Francis Murphy“Former State Senator and U.S. Representative who passed away July 18, 2026”Map →

OrganizationWalsh Jesuit High School“Alma mater of Timothy Francis Murphy”Map →

OrganizationSaint Thomas More Church“Church where Timothy Francis Murphy was a longtime member”Map →

Organization911th Air Force Reserve Base“Military base supported by Timothy Francis Murphy”Map →

PersonFlorence Rybicki Murphy“Mother of Timothy Francis Murphy”Map →

PersonBevin DeSantis“Daughter of Timothy Francis Murphy”Map →

PersonNico“Grandchild of Timothy Francis Murphy”Map →

OrganizationUnited States House of Representatives“Legislative body represented by Timothy Francis Murphy”Map →

OrganizationUnited States Navy Reserve Medical Service Corps“Military branch where Timothy Francis Murphy served as a Commander and psycholog”Map →

PersonJohn Murphy“Father of Timothy Francis Murphy”Map →

OrganizationWheeling Jesuit College“Alma mater of Timothy Francis Murphy”Map →

PersonNanette Missig Murphy“Wife of Timothy Francis Murphy”Map →

PersonLuca“Grandchild of Timothy Francis Murphy”Map →

OrganizationCleveland State University“Alma mater of Timothy Francis Murphy”Map →

PersonThomasina“Grandchild of Timothy Francis Murphy”Map →

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