Bill Text: MI HR0073 | 2019-2020 | 100th Legislature | Enrolled
Bill Title: A resolution to declare April 18, 2019, as Lineman Appreciation Day in the state of Michigan.
Spectrum: Moderate Partisan Bill (Democrat 9-1)
Status: (Passed) 2019-04-18 - Adopted [HR0073 Detail]
Download: Michigan-2019-HR0073-Enrolled.html
Reps. Bellino, Chirkun, Hope, Kuppa, Liberati, Manoogian, Sabo, Sneller, Stone and Tate offered the following resolution:
House Resolution No. 73.
A resolution to declare April 18, 2019, as Lineman Appreciation Day in the state of Michigan.
Whereas, The linemen profession has existed for as long as electricity has been a standard part of modern living; and
Whereas, There are over 115,000 highly trained and skilled linemen in the United States, servicing 9 million miles of wire; and
Whereas, Linemen work under dangerous conditions in order to construct and maintain the energy infrastructure of the United States. Linemen are often the first responders during catastrophic events, making sure the scene is safe and work around the clock to restore power after a storm emergency. Linemen readily respond to disaster recovery needs anywhere in the country through mutual assistance agreements; and
Whereas, Working in and around roadways is often required by men and women who repair and maintain electric lines which presents a daily danger. The Michigan Legislature has passed several public acts to require drivers to drive safely in work zones and provide penalties for those who don’t respect these work zones; and
Whereas, It is important for Michigan to recognize and express our appreciation to these brave and dedicated men and women who put their lives at risk to ensure the safe and reliable delivery of power to our communities; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body declare April 18, 2019, as Lineman Appreciation Day in Michigan.
