Bill Text: MI SR0037 | 2019-2020 | 100th Legislature | Introduced
Bill Title: A resolution to recognize April 18, 2019, as Lineworker Appreciation Day.
Spectrum: Bipartisan Bill
Status: (Passed) 2019-04-18 - Adopted [SR0037 Detail]
Download: Michigan-2019-SR0037-Introduced.html
Senator Lauwers offered the following resolution:
Senate Resolution No. 37.
A resolution to recognize April 18, 2019, as Lineworker Appreciation Day.
Whereas, The lineworker 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 lineworkers in the United States, servicing 9 million miles of wire; and
Whereas, Lineworkers work under dangerous conditions in order to construct and maintain the energy infrastructure of the United States; and
Whereas, These workers are often the first responders during catastrophic events, making sure the scene is safe, while also working around the clock to restore power after a storm emergency; and
Whereas, Lineworkers 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; and
Whereas, The Michigan Legislature has passed several public acts to require drivers to drive safely in workzones and provide penalties for those who do not respect these workzones; and
Whereas, It is important for our state 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 Senate, That the members of this legislative body recognize April 18, 2019, as Lineworker Appreciation Day.
