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This resolution designates August 2025 as "Emergency Management Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania, recognizing the critical role of emergency managers in protecting lives and property. The resolution highlights the unpredictable nature of emergencies and disasters, and acknowledges the extensive efforts of local and state emergency management professionals, including those from the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). It emphasizes that emergency managers are responsible for developing comprehensive preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation programs, aligning with the National Preparedness Goal's core capabilities of prevention, protection, mitigation, response, and recovery. The resolution calls on Pennsylvania residents to appreciate the dedication, compassion, and professionalism of emergency managers who respond to numerous emergencies each year and help communities recover and become more resilient in the face of adversity.

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https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2025&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=137