Jim Harrity
At-Large Councilmember, Philadelphia City Council
Legislation filed this term
- Honoring the life and legacy of Martin “Marty” Weinberg, attorney and former City Solicitor, celebrating his lifetime commitment to the City of Philadelphia and extending the deepest condolences to his family and friends upon his passing. (Adopted)
- Recognizing the third week of September 2026 as National Construction Appreciation Week in the City of Philadelphia, honoring the contribution of the construction industry to the vitality of our City. (Adopted)
- Honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Michael A. Schiavone, D.D.S., beloved husband, father, and co-founder of Caring for Friends, and recognizing his lifetime commitment to feeding the hungry and caring for those in need. (Adopted)
- Recognizing September 2026 as National Recovery Month and honoring the strength of those impacted by addiction. (Adopted)
- Recognizing and honoring June 30th as Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita Awareness Day in the City of Philadelphia. (Adopted)
- Honoring the Asian American Business Alliance of Greater Philadelphia (AABAGP) for hosting the 2026 Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month Gala in celebration of AAPI heritage and the 250th Anniversary of American Independence. (Adopted)
- Recognizing Commonwealth v. Derek Lee (2026), the Pennsylvania Supreme Court's landmark decision striking down Pennsylvania's outdated felony murder law; and calling on the Pennsylvania General Assembly to pass SB387 reforming Pennsylvania's unconstitutional felony murder law. (Adopted)
- Recognizing the 100th Anniversary of Glaziers Local No. 252 of the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades, chartered on April 12, 1926, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Adopted)
- Designating March 8, 2026, as "Joe Frazier Day" in the City of Philadelphia in celebration and recognition of the 55th anniversary of the "Fight of the Century", in which Philadelphia icon "Smokin'" Joe Frazier defeated Muhammad Ali to win the world heavyweight championship title. (Adopted)
- Authorizing the Committee on Labor and Civil Service and the Committee on Transportation to hold joint hearings regarding the arrival of driverless rideshare vehicles in the City of Philadelphia and its impact on labor, the local economy, and public safety. (Adopted)
- Recognizing the rise of cardiovascular disease as one of the world's leading causes of death and disability and recognizing February 2026 as "American Heart Month." (Adopted)
- Calling on the General Assembly of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to establish a comprehensive regulatory framework and conduct a formal safety and labor impact review of driverless rideshare vehicles operating in Philadelphia and throughout Pennsylvania. (Adopted)
- Recognizing January as National Substance Use Disorder Month and honoring the resilience of individuals, families, and communities impacted by substance use disorder in Philadelphia and nationwide. (Adopted)
- Creating Title 9 Chapter 6700 of The Philadelphia Code, to create licensure for Certified Glass and Metal Technicians, all under certain terms and conditions. (In Committee)
- Recognizing November as National Restorative Justice Month and honoring the power of art, healing, and community through the collaborative efforts of The Barnes Foundation, Mural Arts Philadelphia, and Creative Philadelphia. (Adopted)