A Resolution designating the week of September 20 through 26, 2026, as "Surgical Technologist Week" in Pennsylvania.
This Pennsylvania House resolution designates the week of September 20 through 26, 2026, as "Surgical Technologist Week" to recognize the contributions of surgical technologists in the state. The measure directly affects surgical technologists working in hospitals and surgical centers by formally acknowledging their vital role in patient care. It does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic gesture to honor these healthcare professionals, following a similar national observance.
Bill status
in committee
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2026
Committee Review
Jun 2026
House Passage
Jun 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced May 27, 2026
Last action Jun 29, 2026
Floor votes · House Jun 2, 2026
How they voted
26–0
Passed
Total votes 26
Jun 2, 2026
D
Democratic14
100% Yea
R
Republican12
100% Yea
Vote distribution
All Yea
All Nay
Mixed
No data
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
4
Key actions
2
Committee
2
Jun 2, 2026
House · Passed
House Vote: pass (26-0)
house
Jun 2, 2026
Lower · Passed
Reported as committed
lower
May 27, 2026
Committee
Referred to Health
lower
1 primary · 5 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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