HOUSE RESOLUTION COMMEMORATING SEPTEMBER 21ST THROUGH SEPTEMBER 27TH, 2025, AS "NATIONAL SURGICAL TECHNOLOGISTS WEEK" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

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STATE OF RHODE ISLAND
IN GENERAL ASSEMBLY
JANUARY SESSION, A.D. 2026
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H O U S E R E S O L U T I O N
COMMEMORATING SEPTEMBER 21ST THROUGH SEPTEMBER 27TH, 2025, AS
"NATIONAL SURGICAL TECHNOLOGISTS WEEK" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

Introduced By:
Representatives Noret, Shekarchi, Blazejewski, Chippendale, Ajello,
Fellela, Tanzi, Fogarty, McNamara, and Bennett

Date Introduced:
January 15, 2026

Referred To:
House read and passed
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WHEREAS, National Surgical Technologists Week is celebrated annually during the
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third week of September, in honor of the essential role that surgical technologists play in ensuring
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patient safety and supporting surgeons during surgeries; and
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WHEREAS, The Association of Surgical Technologists (AST) is a national, nonprofit
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organization representing over 80,000 surgical technologists across the country who hold the
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Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential. These professionals are vital members of the
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healthcare team, serving as the surgeon's co-pilot and ensuring the operating room runs smoothly;
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and
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WHEREAS, Surgical technologists provide indispensable support during surgeries by
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preparing instruments and supplies, maintaining the sterile field, and ensuring that every member
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of the surgical team adheres to aseptic and sterile techniques. Their vigilance and expertise are
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crucial to the safety and success of every surgical procedure; and
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WHEREAS, National Surgical Technologists Week offers an opportunity to recognize
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and celebrate these dedicated professionals for their commitment to patient safety and their
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contributions to the healthcare system; and
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WHEREAS, The tireless work of surgical technologists allows surgeries to be conducted
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efficiently and safely, which is especially critical in the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare.
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They are a vital part of surgical teams in hospitals and healthcare facilities across Rhode Island
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and the nation; and

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WHEREAS, Surgical technologists embody the highest standards of professionalism and
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skill, working diligently to keep patients safe and ensuring that surgical procedures are performed
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in the most optimal conditions; now, therefore be it
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RESOLVED, That this House of Representatives of the State of Rhode Island hereby
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commemorates September 21st through September 27th, 2025, as "National Surgical
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Technologists Week" in recognition of the important role surgical technologists play in
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healthcare, and urges all citizens of the state to join in expressing appreciation for their hard work
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and dedication to patient care; and be it further
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RESOLVED, That the Secretary of State be and hereby is authorized and directed to
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transmit duly certified copies of this resolution to the Association of Surgical Technologists and
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the Rhode Island Department of Health.
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