HR 535 Pennsylvania House · 2025-2026 Regular Session

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

260
Passed
Total votes 26
Jun 2, 2026
D Democratic14
14 Yea
100% Yea
R Republican12
12 Yea
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

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