PennsylvaniaPennsylvania Senate would recognize respiratory therapists in October
The Pennsylvania Senate would recognize respiratory therapists’ work during the week of October 25 through 31, 2026, and encourage residents to thank them.
What it does
The Senate would recognize October 25 through 31, 2026, as Respiratory Care Week in Pennsylvania and encourage residents to thank respiratory therapists for their service.
Argument forRecognizing the week could draw attention to therapists’ work and help residents appreciate the care they provide to people with breathing problems.
Argument againstBecause the Senate would only encourage residents to recognize therapists, the week might bring little public attention if people do not take part.
More detail
The Senate would recognize October 25 through 31, 2026, as Respiratory Care Week in Pennsylvania. The recognition covers respiratory therapists in Pennsylvania. The resolution asks the Senate to recognize the week and encourage residents to recognize respiratory therapists; it does not require residents to take part. The recognition applies to the week of October 25 through 31, 2026.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Adopted
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Oct 14Referred to Rules & Executive NominationsIntroduced
Healthcare