SPONSOR: Sen. Pettyjohn & Rep. Vanderwende Sens. Buckson, Hansen, Hocker, Huxtable, Lawson, Mantzavinos, Richardson, Sokola, Wilson; Reps. Bush, Carson, Dukes, Osienski, Postles, Romer, Ross Levin, Yearick DELAWARE STATE SENATE 153rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO. 55 RECOGNIZING APRIL 18, 2025, AS "NATIONAL LINE WORKER APPRECIATION DAY" IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE.
SPONSOR: Sen. Pettyjohn & Rep. Vanderwende Sens. Buckson, Hansen, Hocker, Huxtable, Lawson, Mantzavinos, Richardson, Sokola, Wilson; Reps. Bush, Carson, Dukes, Osienski, Postles, Romer, Ross Levin, Yearick
SPONSOR: Sen. Pettyjohn & Rep. Vanderwende
Sens. Buckson, Hansen, Hocker, Huxtable, Lawson, Mantzavinos, Richardson, Sokola, Wilson; Reps. Bush, Carson, Dukes, Osienski, Postles, Romer, Ross Levin, Yearick
SPONSOR:
Sen. Pettyjohn & Rep. Vanderwende
Sens. Buckson, Hansen, Hocker, Huxtable, Lawson, Mantzavinos, Richardson, Sokola, Wilson; Reps. Bush, Carson, Dukes, Osienski, Postles, Romer, Ross Levin, Yearick
DELAWARE STATE SENATE
153rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY
SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO. 55
RECOGNIZING APRIL 18, 2025, AS "NATIONAL LINE WORKER APPRECIATION DAY" IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE.
WHEREAS, line workers play a vital role in installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical power lines and communication infrastructure; and WHEREAS, during storms and emergencies, line workers are often among the first responders working to secure downed power lines and restore essential communication technologies, ensuring public safety and continuity of service during times of crisis; and WHEREAS, even outside of emergencies, the work of a line worker is inherently dangerous and requires significant skill and courage; and WHEREAS, there are currently over 120,000 line workers supporting the U.S. electrical grid, with the profession growing at a rate of approximately 2.94% annually; and WHEREAS, Delaware is home to an estimated 390 line workers who contribute daily to our state and nations critical infrastructure; and WHEREAS, becoming a journeyman line worker requires four years of rigorous training and hands-on experience; and WHEREAS, line workers maintain and service an estimated 2.7 million transmission towers, 180 million utility poles, and 450,000 miles of power lines across the United States; and WHEREAS, the first lineman in the United States, Ezra Cornell, played a pioneering role in building the Morse Telegraph and went on to found Cornell University; and WHEREAS, in 2016, Rosa Rosie Vasquez was inducted into the National Lineman Hall of Fame for being the first female American linewoman; and WHEREAS, as of 2024, there are approximately 6,250 women working in the line trade across the country; and WHEREAS, in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, more than 67,000 line personnel mobilized to restore power and rebuild infrastructure; and WHEREAS, during Hurricane Ian, line workers working alongside first responders restored power to nearly 2 million customers across Florida and the Carolinas within 72 hours; and WHEREAS, in the historic 2017 hurricane season, line workers responded to calls for assistance in Texas, the Southeast, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands; and WHEREAS, in 2024, North Carolina was severely impacted by Hurricane Helene, which left over 430,000 people without power and prompted 500 line workers from 30 states to assist in restoring electricity; and WHEREAS, line workers routinely face hazardous conditions, including severe weather and natural disasters, to keep our power systems functioning; and WHEREAS, April 18th was first recognized as National Line Worker Appreciation Day in 2013 by the U.S. Senate; and WHEREAS, this day serves to honor and recognize the dedication, service, and sacrifice of line workers who ensure the consistent delivery of electricity to homes, businesses, schools, hospitals, and communities across the nation. NOW, THEREFORE: BE IT RESOLVED by the Senate of the 153rd General Assembly of the State of Delaware, the House of Representatives concurring therein, that April 18, 2025, is recognized as National Line Worker Appreciation Day in the State of Delaware.
WHEREAS, line workers play a vital role in installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical power lines and communication infrastructure; and
WHEREAS, during storms and emergencies, line workers are often among the first responders working to secure downed power lines and restore essential communication technologies, ensuring public safety and continuity of service during times of crisis; and
WHEREAS, even outside of emergencies, the work of a line worker is inherently dangerous and requires significant skill and courage; and
WHEREAS, there are currently over 120,000 line workers supporting the U.S. electrical grid, with the profession growing at a rate of approximately 2.94% annually; and
WHEREAS, Delaware is home to an estimated 390 line workers who contribute daily to our state and nations critical infrastructure; and
WHEREAS, becoming a journeyman line worker requires four years of rigorous training and hands-on experience; and
WHEREAS, line workers maintain and service an estimated 2.7 million transmission towers, 180 million utility poles, and 450,000 miles of power lines across the United States; and
WHEREAS, the first lineman in the United States, Ezra Cornell, played a pioneering role in building the Morse Telegraph and went on to found Cornell University; and
WHEREAS, in 2016, Rosa Rosie Vasquez was inducted into the National Lineman Hall of Fame for being the first female American linewoman; and
WHEREAS, as of 2024, there are approximately 6,250 women working in the line trade across the country; and
WHEREAS, in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, more than 67,000 line personnel mobilized to restore power and rebuild infrastructure; and
WHEREAS, during Hurricane Ian, line workers working alongside first responders restored power to nearly 2 million customers across Florida and the Carolinas within 72 hours; and
WHEREAS, in the historic 2017 hurricane season, line workers responded to calls for assistance in Texas, the Southeast, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands; and
WHEREAS, in 2024, North Carolina was severely impacted by Hurricane Helene, which left over 430,000 people without power and prompted 500 line workers from 30 states to assist in restoring electricity; and
WHEREAS, line workers routinely face hazardous conditions, including severe weather and natural disasters, to keep our power systems functioning; and
WHEREAS, April 18th was first recognized as National Line Worker Appreciation Day in 2013 by the U.S. Senate; and
WHEREAS, this day serves to honor and recognize the dedication, service, and sacrifice of line workers who ensure the consistent delivery of electricity to homes, businesses, schools, hospitals, and communities across the nation.
NOW, THEREFORE:
BE IT RESOLVED by the Senate of the 153rd General Assembly of the State of Delaware, the House of Representatives concurring therein, that April 18, 2025, is recognized as National Line Worker Appreciation Day in the State of Delaware.
SYNOPSIS This Senate Concurrent Resolution recognizes April 18, 2025, as "National Line Worker Appreciation Day" in the State of Delaware. Author: Senator Pettyjohn
SYNOPSIS
This Senate Concurrent Resolution recognizes April 18, 2025, as "National Line Worker Appreciation Day" in the State of Delaware.
Author: Senator Pettyjohn