Arkansas 2025 Regular Session

Arkansas Senate Bill SR69

Introduced
4/9/25  

Caption

To Proclaim April 9, 2025, As Arkansas Lineworker Appreciation Day At The State Capitol And To Commend The Men And Women Who Serve Arkansas As Utility Lineworkers.

Impact

By proclaiming a special day to recognize lineworkers, SR69 aims to elevate public awareness of the critical role these individuals play in ensuring safety and reliability in utility services. It serves as a reminder to the community of the risks lineworkers take—often placing themselves in dangerous situations to maintain power lines, especially during inclement weather and emergencies. This acknowledgment is crucial in enhancing community appreciation and respect for their contributions.

Summary

Senate Resolution 69 (SR69) seeks to officially declare April 9, 2025, as Arkansas Lineworker Appreciation Day at the State Capitol. This resolution serves to honor and recognize the dedication and essential services provided by utility lineworkers throughout the state. These workers are responsible for building and maintaining the infrastructure necessary for delivering electricity, telecommunications, and internet services, often under hazardous conditions and in emergency situations.

Contention

While the resolution is largely ceremonial, its implications highlight a broader conversation about worker recognition and safety. It encourages discussions on how communities can support and advocate for lineworkers beyond just appreciation days. Although no significant points of contention were identified during the introductory debates surrounding SR69, it is possible that discussions about worker rights and recognition in labor might emerge as follow-up issues, emphasizing the need for continuous support for utility workers in Arkansas.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

AR SR49

To Proclaim April As Aarp™ Month At The State Capitol And To Proclaim April 5, 2023, As Aarp™ Day At The State Capitol.

AR HR1040

To Proclaim March 14, 2023, As Electric Cooperatives Of Arkansas Day At The Capitol.

AR HR1021

To Recognize The Contributions Of Homeschooling And To Proclaim February 21, 2023, As Homeschool Day At The Arkansas State Capitol.

AR HCR1014

To Proclaim April As Aarp™ Month At The State Capitol And To Proclaim April 5, 2023, As Aarp™ Day At The State Capitol.

AR HR1076

To Proclaim April As Deaf History Month In The State Of Arkansas.

AR SCR6

To Recognize One Hundred (100) Years Of Arkansas State Parks And Proclaim 2023 As Arkansas State Parks Centennial Year.

AR SR3

To Proclaim February 24, 2023, As “scna2 Day” In Arkansas.

AR HR1035

To Proclaim March 2023 As Vietnam Era Veteran’s Month In Arkansas.

AR HR1078

To Proclaim The Month Of April As Autism Acceptance Month In Arkansas.

AR SR47

To Proclaim The Month Of April As School Library Month In Arkansas.

Similar Bills

TN SB1329

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 2 and Title 15, relative to Tennessee Lineworker Appreciation Day.

TN HB0948

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 2 and Title 15, relative to Tennessee Lineworker Appreciation Day.

AR HR1105

To Proclaim April 9, 2025, As Arkansas Lineworker Appreciation Day At The State Capitol And To Commend The Men And Women Who Serve Arkansas As Utility Lineworkers.

GA SR261

Georgia Lineworker Appreciation Day; recognize April 14, 2025

CO SR007

Electrical Lineworker Appreciation Day

GA SR558

Georgia Lineworker Appreciation Day; recognize April 8, 2024

US SR301

A resolution expressing support for the designation of Journeyman Lineworkers Recognition Day.

GA HR432

Georgia's lineworkers; Georgia Lineworker Appreciation Day at the state capitol; April 14, 2025; recognize