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PA HR180
PA HR180Recognizing the week of April 13 through 19, 2025, as "Public Safety Telecommunicators Week" in Pennsylvania.
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Introduced
04/04/2025
04/04/2025
In Committee
04/04/2025
04/04/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
04/09/2025
04/09/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
04/09/2025
04/09/2025
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
A Resolution recognizing the week of April 13 through 19, 2025, as "Public Safety Telecommunicators Week" in Pennsylvania.
AI Summary
This resolution officially recognizes the week of April 13 through 19, 2025, as "Public Safety Telecommunicators Week" in Pennsylvania, honoring the critical work of 911 dispatchers and emergency communications professionals. The resolution highlights the essential role of public safety telecommunicators who are often the first point of contact during emergencies, handling approximately 14.5 million emergency assistance requests annually in the state. It emphasizes their challenging work, which involves obtaining critical information, calming callers, dispatching first responders, and providing lifesaving instructions while managing significant stress and emotional challenges. The resolution acknowledges the telecommunicators' diverse skills, including multitasking, active listening, clear communication, empathy, and quick decision-making in high-pressure situations. By recognizing these professionals during this designated week, the resolution aims to honor their dedication, service, and commitment to supporting communities during their most vulnerable moments, while also drawing attention to the often unsung heroism of these emergency communication professionals.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (43)
Roni Green (D)*,
Jamie Barton (R),
Anthony Bellmon (D),
Lisa Borowski (D),
Marty Causer (R),
Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz (D),
Morgan Cephas (D),
Missy Cerrato (D),
Joe Ciresi (D),
Jill Cooper (R),
Jamie Flick (R),
Pat Gallagher (D),
Mark Gillen (R),
José Giral (D),
Charity Grimm Krupa (R),
Keith Harris (D),
Carol Hill-Evans (D),
Joe Hohenstein (D),
Tom Jones (R),
Tarik Khan (D),
Andrew Kuzma (R),
Maureen Madden (D),
Abby Major (R),
Steve Malagari (D),
La'Tasha Mayes (D),
Jeanne McNeill (D),
Brian Munroe (D),
Ed Neilson (D),
Jenn O'Mara (D),
Darisha Parker (D),
Tina Pickett (R),
Brenda Pugh (R),
Nikki Rivera (D),
Ben Sanchez (D),
Mike Schlossberg (D),
Gregory Scott (D),
Jared Solomon (D),
Craig Staats (R),
Jim Struzzi (R),
Arvind Venkat (D),
Greg Vitali (D),
Ben Waxman (D),
Dan Williams (D),
Last Action
Adopted (199-4) (on 04/09/2025)
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