A Resolution designating the month of April 2026 as "Pennsylvania 8-1-1 Safe Digging Month."
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This resolution designates April 2026 as "Pennsylvania 8-1-1 Safe Digging Month." It recognizes the importance of the Pennsylvania One Call System, which helps prevent damage to underground utility lines and promotes safety during excavation projects. The resolution encourages residents and excavators to call 8-1-1 before digging to ‘Know What’s Below’ and highlights the system’s success and impact across the state.
Key provisions
- Designates April 2026 as Pennsylvania 8-1-1 Safe Digging Month.
- Encourages residents and excavators to call 8-1-1 before digging.
- Reminds excavators that three business days' notice is required before digging.
- Directs individuals to www.pa811.org for more information.
- Recognizes the 50-year history of the Pennsylvania One Call System.
- Highlights the system’s role in preventing injuries and damage.
- Mentions that Pennsylvania’s One Call Act has served as a model for other states and countries.
- Acknowledges the adoption of similar proclamations by counties and municipalities.
Who is affected
- Excavators
- Homeowners
- Utility Companies
- Pennsylvania Residents
- Critical Infrastructure Owners
Notable changes
- None explicitly stated in the text.
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- Pn 2812 Html
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Primary sponsor
Robert Matzie
Cosponsors
Benjamin Sanchez
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