State lawmakers in Pennsylvania have introduced a resolution to declare 2023 as the 'Taylor Swift Era' in the state. The resolution, introduced by Philadelphia-area Reps. Danielle Friel Otten, Jennifer O'Mara, and Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz, aims to recognize Swift's positive impact on Pennsylvania's economy, voter registration numbers, consumer protections, and pro-labor practices. The lawmakers cite Swift's wildly popular Eras Tour, which included sold-out shows in Pittsburgh and Philadelphia. The resolution highlights Swift's humble beginnings in Berks County and describes her as a cultural and economic force. The lawmakers are calling on their colleagues to support the resolution and honor Swift's achievements. The Pennsylvania House adopted resolution H.R. 282, which honors Taylor Swift as the epitome of what it means to be a Pennsylvanian. The resolution was passed by a vote of 103-100 on December 8, 2023. [0953b94e] [f0393827]
In addition to the recognition she has received in Pennsylvania, Taylor Swift is now the subject of a campaign in British Columbia. Brian Grant Duff, owner of All Nations Stamp and Coin in Vancouver, is campaigning for the United States Postal Service to create a commemorative stamp honoring Taylor Swift. Duff believes that a Taylor Swift stamp would make stamps more relevant, raise money for charity, and recognize people while they're alive. He has started a petition on change.org and hopes that thousands of people will sign it to support the idea. Duff also notes that living people are typically not depicted on U.S. stamps, but he believes Swift is the right person to change that trend. He cites examples of living Canadians who have been featured on Canada Post stamps, such as Donald Sutherland. Duff's petition has collected 56 signatures as of January 28, 2024. [274c34f2]
A study conducted by Casino.org analyzed 2023 attendance for Taylor Swift's 'The Eras Tour,' Google search volume, TikTok posts, Facebook group members, and Swift-themed events to determine the most 'Swiftie' cities in the US. The top city on the list is Santa Clara, California, with a perfect score of 100/100. Tampa, Florida came in second with a score of 98.7/100. The other cities on the list include Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; Kansas City, Missouri; Arlington, Texas; Los Angeles, California; Minneapolis, Minnesota; Nashville, Tennessee; Glendale, Arizona; Cincinnati, Ohio; East Rutherford, New Jersey; Foxborough, Massachusetts; and Las Vegas, Nevada. Las Vegas received the lowest score of 0/100. The study also revealed that Taylor Swift will be releasing her 11th studio album, 'The Tortured Poets Department,' on April 19, 2024. [bd9a3ca6]
Taylor Swift's immense fame and craze in major cities across the globe has been demonstrated on many occasions but there are a few grand gestures in recent times around the Eras Tour 2024 that are icing on the cake. The Taylor Swift effect has started weaving its magic in cities like Tampa Bay, Arlington, and more. Florida's Tampa Bay gave Swift the title of 'Mayor for the Day', and also honored her with a 'key' to the city. Philadelphia renamed a radio station just to honor Taylor Swift, and incorporated her name according to the name of the radio station. Arlington, Texas, named one of their streets as a Taylor Swift tribute and announced that the statue in front of city hall would be lit red in her honor. Taylor Swift's Eras Tour will continue in the UK this summer with more concerts in select US cities this fall, followed by a few dates in Canada. Taylor Swift's last and latest album is 'The Tortured Poets Department' and she is currently on her Eras Tour. [5c08149a]