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Yahoo
17-05-2025
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Pennsylvania considers making Hershey Kiss the state candy
Could the classic Hershey Kiss chocolate drop become the official state candy of Pennsylvania? Here's where the process stands on the state officially adopting the Hershey Kiss. Published reports indicate the Pennsylvania House of Representatives voted on Tuesday, May 13, in favor of a bill designating the Hershey Kiss as the official state candy of Pennsylvania. House BIll 1030 pointed out the history of Hershey founder Milton Hershey and the impact the candy has had on Pennsylvania's economy. "Hershey's supports many aspects of this Commonwealth's economy, including supporting this Commonwealth's proud dairy industry for more than 125 years through the company's use of fresh dairy milk that surrounds the company's chocolate factories," read a portion of HB 1030. "The globally beloved legacy of Milton Hershey and the products he created transformed Hershey into a tourist destination for visitors from around the world." HB 1030 now goes to the Pennsylvania State Senate. State Rep. Thomas Mehaffie sponsored HB 1030, and Reps. Kristin Marcell and Perry Warren were the cosponsors. Mehaffie said the idea to make the Hershey Kiss the official state candy came from a Bucks County classroom project. "A group of dedicated young Pennsylvanians formed a committee, researched Pennsylvania's confection history, and drafted a bill to establish Hershey's Kisses as the first-in-the-nation state candy," read Mehaffie's memo. "We believe that denoting Hershey's Kisses as the state candy will not only bring more attention to our state and promote tourism, but also commemorate a company and candy that has forever impacted our state's economy and values." Damon C. Williams is a Philadelphia-based journalist reporting on trending topics across the Mid-Atlantic Region. This article originally appeared on Erie Times-News: Pennsylvania considers making Hershey Kiss the state candy
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Business
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Hershey Kiss one step closer to becoming Pennsylvania state candy as Senate votes on bill
PENNSYLVANIA (WTAJ) — The Hershey Kiss is one step closer to becoming the official state candy of the Commonwealth after a previously introduced bill moves to the Senate. A bill originally introduced by Representative Thomas Mehaffie (R-Dauphin) has moved into the Senate after passing through the Pennsylvania House. Mehaffie argued in his bill that the Hershey Kiss is 'an iconic product' that was first produced in the Commonwealth in 1907. The Representative highlighted that the Hershey Kiss is recognizable worldwide and brings significant importance to Pennsylvania. The Hershey Co. employs almost 19,000 people, and the founder, Milton Hershey, used the Kiss as the foundation for a product line and manufacturing process that strengthened the region's economy. Peeps vs. Hershey Kiss: What should be the next Pennsylvania candy 'We believe that denoting Hershey's Kisses as the state candy will not only bring more attention to our state, but also commemorate a company and candy that has forever impacted our state's economy and values,' The bill reads. In April, Senator Lisa Boscola (D-Lehigh, Northampton) argued that Peeps, which are also produced in Pennsylvania, should also be in the running for the next state candy. Boscola noted that the impact of the marshmallow candy goes beyond the aisle, with Peeps representing a longstanding commitment to community and economic development. Boscola's legislation was never officially introduced in the Pennsylvania Senate; only a memo was circulated to her peers. Mehaffie's legislation will now be voted on by committees in the Senate before being sent for an official floor vote. If passed, the bill would then be sent to Governor Josh Shapiro's desk for consideration and signing. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
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Could the Hershey Kiss become the state candy for Pennsylvania?
Could the classic Hershey Kiss chocolate drop become the official state candy of Pennsylvania? Here's where the process stands on the state officially adopting the Hershey Kiss. Published reports indicate the Pennsylvania House of Representatives voted on Tuesday, May 13, in favor of a bill designating the Hershey Kiss as the official state candy of Pennsylvania. House BIll 1030 pointed out the history of Hershey founder Milton Hershey and the impact the candy has had on Pennsylvania's economy. "Hershey's supports many aspects of this Commonwealth's economy, including supporting this Commonwealth's proud dairy industry for more than 125 years through the company's use of fresh dairy milk that surrounds the company's chocolate factories," read a portion of HB 1030. "The globally beloved legacy of Milton Hershey and the products he created transformed Hershey into a tourist destination for visitors from around the world." HB 1030 now goes to the Pennsylvania State Senate. State Rep. Thomas Mehaffie sponsored HB 1030, and Reps. Kristin Marcell and Perry Warren were the cosponsors. Mehaffie said the idea to make the Hershey Kiss the official state candy came from a Bucks County classroom project. "A group of dedicated young Pennsylvanians formed a committee, researched Pennsylvania's confection history, and drafted a bill to establish Hershey's Kisses as the first-in-the-nation state candy," read Mehaffie's memo. "We believe that denoting Hershey's Kisses as the state candy will not only bring more attention to our state and promote tourism, but also commemorate a company and candy that has forever impacted our state's economy and values." Damon C. Williams is a Philadelphia-based journalist reporting on trending topics across the Mid-Atlantic Region. This article originally appeared on Erie Times-News: Could the Hershey Kiss become the state candy for Pennsylvania?
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Business
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Pennsylvania lawmakers pass bill making the Hershey's Kiss the 'State Candy'
(WHTM)– A bill to designate Hershey's Kiss as the Pennsylvania State candy has passed the House and advanced to the Senate. House Bill 1030, sponsored by state Representative Thomas Mehaffie (R-106) and co-sponsored by various other representatives from both sides of the aisle, would designate Hershey's Kisses as the official state candy of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now The House passed the bill 150-53 earlier this week. According to the bill, if passed, Hershey's Kisses would immediately be designated the official State candy in perpetuity, and as long as the Hershey Company remains in Pennsylvania. The bill highlights The Hershey Company's success, calling kisses one of the most iconic candies of all time. The Hershey Kiss bill has been introduced several times in the General Assembly but has faced pushback for fear of giving the 'State Candy' title to one company. In March, Pennsylvania State Senator Lisa Boscola said she plans to introduce a bill making Peeps the official candy of Pennsylvania. Hershey sells its products in 85 countries around the globe and produces more than 70,000,000 Hershey's kisses daily in Hershey. The bill added that the Hershey Company supports many aspects of Pennsylvania's economy, including its dairy industry. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
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Proposed bill would make Hershey's Kisses official Pennsylvania candy
(WHTM) — The sweetest place on earth may soon have the official candy of the Commonwealth. abc27 spoke with State Rep. Tom Mehaffie as he was filling a bowl in his Capitol office with Hershey kisses. Rep. Mehaffie's bill would designate the kiss as Pennsylvania's official candy. Pennsylvania would be the first state with a state candy. Rep. Mehaffie says several Bucks County 8th graders came up with the idea in civics class. They're now high school seniors. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now 'They call me and say, 'Would you like to introduce this bill?' I said, 'Absolutely.' If kids are going to get involved in it, I'm all in, and I think it's great,' said Rep. Mehaffie. The bill is on to the Senate, where its future is uncertain. Lehigh County Senator Lisa Boscola has a bill making Peeps the state candy. Mehaffie says Governor Shapiro told him he would sign the Hershey Kiss bill if it gets to his desk. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
