A resolution to declare April 15-19, 2024, as National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week in the state of Michigan.
Impact
The resolution underscores the importance of 911 telecommunicators in protecting Michigan’s citizens and visitors, highlighting that approximately 2,200 highly skilled professionals serve a diverse population of around ten million residents. Their ability to handle high-pressure situations, process an average of 6.5 million emergency calls annually, and maintain clarity and composure during distressing incidents is brought to the forefront, emphasizing the necessity of such expertise in emergency management.
Summary
House Resolution No. 223 aims to declare April 15-19, 2024, as National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week in Michigan. The resolution emphasizes the critical role of public safety telecommunicators in the emergency response system. It acknowledges their contribution to community safety, noting their responsibility for answering and prioritizing 911 calls for police, fire, and medical assistance. The resolution also seeks to recognize their ability to provide essential medical instructions to callers and coordinate emergency personnel dispatch.
Contention
While the resolution celebrates the contributions of telecommunicators, it does not appear to carry any considerable legislative contention as it is largely ceremonial. The declaration aims to honor and thank those dedicated professionals for their unwavering commitment to public safety. However, implicit in this resolution is the recognition of the emotional and psychological challenges faced by telecommunicators, who often manage traumatic events, drawing attention to the need for ongoing support for these essential service providers.
A concurrent resolution to urge the United States Congress to address the misclassification of public safety telecommunicators under the Standard Occupational Classification system and to require their categorization as a protective service occupation.
A concurrent resolution to urge the United States Congress to address the misclassification of public safety telecommunicators under the Standard Occupational Classification system and to require their categorization as a protective service occupation.
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