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PA HR255

Resolution

Status

Introduced

6/10/2025

Primary Sponsor

Kathy Rapp

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates September 21-27, 2025 as "Surgical Technologist Week" in Pennsylvania

  • Recognizes surgical technologists (also called "scrubs") as vital members of surgical teams who work alongside surgeons, nurses, and anesthesia providers in operating rooms

  • Notes that all major hospitals and ambulatory surgical centers in Pennsylvania employ surgical technologists for quality patient care

  • Acknowledges 17 surgical technology programs in Pennsylvania that graduate qualified students

  • Aligns with the Association of Surgical Technologists' annual "National Surgical Technologists Week" celebration each September

Legislative Description

Designating the week of September 21 through 27, 2025, as "Surgical Technologist Week" in Pennsylvania.

Last Action

Laid on the table (Pursuant to House Rule 71)

7/15/2025

Committee Referrals

Health6/10/2025

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