ACR 153: California Utility Workers Appreciation Day.
- Session Year: 2023-2024
- House: Assembly
- Latest Version Date: 2024-04-16
Current Status:
Passed
(2024-04-16: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Res. Chapter 40, Statutes of 2024.)
Introduced
In Committee
First Chamber
In Committee
Second Chamber
Enacted
What does this bill do?
This bill designates March 14 each year as California Utility Workers Appreciation Day to recognize people who maintain and repair the state’s electricity, gas, and water systems. It asks residents, businesses, and communities to express thanks for utility workers who often work in hazardous conditions and during emergencies to keep services running.
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This measure would designate March 14 of each year as California Utility Workers Appreciation Day.
This measure would designate March 14 of each year as California Utility Workers Appreciation Day.
This measure would designate March 14 of each year as California Utility Workers Appreciation Day.
WHEREAS, The State of California recognizes the invaluable contributions of utility workers to the well-being and safety of its residents; and
WHEREAS, Utility workers tirelessly dedicate themselves to providing essential services, including electricity, gas, and water, ensuring that Californians have access to vital resources for daily living, business operations, and emergency response; and
WHEREAS, Utility workers exhibit exceptional bravery, resilience, and dedication, often working in hazardous conditions, adverse weather, and during emergencies such as wildfires, storms, and earthquakes, to restore services promptly and safeguard public health and safety; and
WHEREAS, Utility workers valiantly risk their lives amidst tumultuous conditions, including hurricane-force storms and active wildfire zones, in their unwavering commitment to restoring services to communities in need; and
WHEREAS, Utility lineworkers consistently hold positions among the top three most hazardous professions, bearing a national on-the-job fatality rate of 42 deaths per 100,000 workers annually; and
WHEREAS, Utility workers frequently encounter workplace harassment and violence perpetrated by disgruntled property owners, a phenomenon that is well-documented in numerous reports and studies; and
WHEREAS, Utility workers demonstrate unwavering commitment to serving their communities, often sacrificing personal comfort and time with their families to ensure the continuous functioning of critical infrastructure and the uninterrupted delivery of essential services; and
WHEREAS, Utility workers play an indispensable role in supporting Californias transition to sustainable energy sources, implementing innovative technologies, and enhancing the resilience of infrastructure to address the challenges of climate change and ensure a sustainable future for all residents; and
WHEREAS, Utility workers undertake the arduous task of maintaining and repairing electricity, gas, and water lines, thereby ensuring the safe and reliable distribution of electricity, natural gas, and water to homes, businesses, hospitals, schools, and other essential facilities throughout the state; and
WHEREAS, Utility workers routinely inspect, repair, and upgrade electrical, gas, and water infrastructure, identifying and mitigating potential hazards to prevent service disruptions, accidents, and environmental harm, thereby safeguarding the well-being and security of Californians; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That the Legislature hereby designates March 14 as California Utility Workers Appreciation Day to be observed annually as a day for residents, businesses, and communities to express their gratitude and support for utility workers, recognizing their vital contributions and commitment to the well-being of the state; and be it further
Resolved, That the Chief Clerk of the Assembly transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.
WHEREAS, The State of California recognizes the invaluable contributions of utility workers to the well-being and safety of its residents; and
WHEREAS, Utility workers tirelessly dedicate themselves to providing essential services, including electricity, gas, and water, ensuring that Californians have access to vital resources for daily living, business operations, and emergency response; and
WHEREAS, Utility workers exhibit exceptional bravery, resilience, and dedication, often working in hazardous conditions, adverse weather, and during emergencies such as wildfires, storms, and earthquakes, to restore services promptly and safeguard public health and safety; and
WHEREAS, Utility workers valiantly risk their lives amidst tumultuous conditions, including hurricane-force storms and active wildfire zones, in their unwavering commitment to restoring services to communities in need; and
WHEREAS, Utility lineworkers consistently hold positions among the top three most hazardous professions, bearing a national on-the-job fatality rate of 42 deaths per 100,000 workers annually; and
WHEREAS, Utility workers frequently encounter workplace harassment and violence perpetrated by disgruntled property owners, a phenomenon that is well-documented in numerous reports and studies; and
WHEREAS, Utility workers demonstrate unwavering commitment to serving their communities, often sacrificing personal comfort and time with their families to ensure the continuous functioning of critical infrastructure and the uninterrupted delivery of essential services; and
WHEREAS, Utility workers play an indispensable role in supporting Californias transition to sustainable energy sources, implementing innovative technologies, and enhancing the resilience of infrastructure to address the challenges of climate change and ensure a sustainable future for all residents; and
WHEREAS, Utility workers undertake the arduous task of maintaining and repairing electricity, gas, and water lines, thereby ensuring the safe and reliable distribution of electricity, natural gas, and water to homes, businesses, hospitals, schools, and other essential facilities throughout the state; and
WHEREAS, Utility workers routinely inspect, repair, and upgrade electrical, gas, and water infrastructure, identifying and mitigating potential hazards to prevent service disruptions, accidents, and environmental harm, thereby safeguarding the well-being and security of Californians; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That the Legislature hereby designates March 14 as California Utility Workers Appreciation Day to be observed annually as a day for residents, businesses, and communities to express their gratitude and support for utility workers, recognizing their vital contributions and commitment to the well-being of the state; and be it further
Resolved, That the Chief Clerk of the Assembly transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.
WHEREAS, The State of California recognizes the invaluable contributions of utility workers to the well-being and safety of its residents; and
WHEREAS, Utility workers tirelessly dedicate themselves to providing essential services, including electricity, gas, and water, ensuring that Californians have access to vital resources for daily living, business operations, and emergency response; and
WHEREAS, Utility workers exhibit exceptional bravery, resilience, and dedication, often working in hazardous conditions, adverse weather, and during emergencies such as wildfires, storms, and earthquakes, to restore services promptly and safeguard public health and safety; and
WHEREAS, Utility workers valiantly risk their lives amidst tumultuous conditions, including hurricane-force storms and active wildfire zones, in their unwavering commitment to restoring services to communities in need; and
WHEREAS, Utility lineworkers consistently hold positions among the top three most hazardous professions, bearing a national on-the-job fatality rate of 42 deaths per 100,000 workers annually; and
WHEREAS, Utility workers frequently encounter workplace harassment and violence perpetrated by disgruntled property owners, a phenomenon that is well-documented in numerous reports and studies; and
WHEREAS, Utility workers demonstrate unwavering commitment to serving their communities, often sacrificing personal comfort and time with their families to ensure the continuous functioning of critical infrastructure and the uninterrupted delivery of essential services; and
WHEREAS, Utility workers play an indispensable role in supporting Californias transition to sustainable energy sources, implementing innovative technologies, and enhancing the resilience of infrastructure to address the challenges of climate change and ensure a sustainable future for all residents; and
WHEREAS, Utility workers undertake the arduous task of maintaining and repairing electricity, gas, and water lines, thereby ensuring the safe and reliable distribution of electricity, natural gas, and water to homes, businesses, hospitals, schools, and other essential facilities throughout the state; and
WHEREAS, Utility workers routinely inspect, repair, and upgrade electrical, gas, and water infrastructure, identifying and mitigating potential hazards to prevent service disruptions, accidents, and environmental harm, thereby safeguarding the well-being and security of Californians; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That the Legislature hereby designates March 14 as California Utility Workers Appreciation Day to be observed annually as a day for residents, businesses, and communities to express their gratitude and support for utility workers, recognizing their vital contributions and commitment to the well-being of the state; and be it further
Resolved, That the Chief Clerk of the Assembly transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.
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Date
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Status
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| Apr 16, 2024 | Chaptered by Secretary of State - Res. Chapter 40, Statutes of 2024. |
| Apr 16, 2024 | Enrolled and filed with the Secretary of State at 4:30 p.m. |
| Apr 11, 2024 | In Assembly. Ordered to Engrossing and Enrolling. |
| Apr 11, 2024 | Adopted and to Assembly. (Ayes 39. Noes 0. Page 3578.) |
| Apr 9, 2024 | Ordered to special consent calendar. |
| Apr 3, 2024 | From committee: Ordered to third reading. |
| Mar 18, 2024 | In Senate. To Com. on RLS. |
| Mar 14, 2024 | Adopted and to Senate. (Page 4372.) |
| Mar 14, 2024 | Coauthors revised. |
| Mar 11, 2024 | From committee: Be adopted. Ordered to Third Reading. (Ayes 10. Noes 0.) (March 11). |
| Mar 4, 2024 | Referred to Com. on RLS. |
| Mar 1, 2024 | From printer. |
| Feb 29, 2024 | Introduced. To print. |
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Date
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Description
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Location
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Votes
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| Apr 11, 2024 | Special Consent ACR153 Petrie-Norris et al. | Senate Floor |
Passed |
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| Mar 11, 2024 | Be adopted. To third reading. | Assembly Standing Committee on Rules |
Passed |
This list shows positions taken on this bill by organizations on the date displayed, which is linked to the original source.
Positions by individuals are not included.
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Position
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| California Coalition of Utility Employees | ** Support | |
| Sacramento Municipal Utility District | ** Support |
SENATE RULES COMMITTEE Office of Senate Floor Analyses (916) 651-1520 Fax: (916) 327-4478 | ACR 153 |
THIRD READING
Bill No: ACR 153
Author: Petrie-Norris (D), et al.
Introduced: 2/29/24
Vote: 21
ASSEMBLY FLOOR: Read and adopted, 3/14/24
SUBJECT: California Utility Workers Appreciation Day
SOURCE: California Coalition of Utility Employees
DIGEST:
This resolution designates March 14 of each year as California Utility Workers Appreciation Day.
ANALYSIS: This resolution makes the following legislative findings:
- Utility workers tirelessly dedicate themselves to providing essential services, including electricity, gas, and water, ensuring that Californians have access to vital resources for daily living, business operations, and emergency response.
- Utility workers exhibit exceptional bravery, resilience, and dedication, often working in hazardous conditions, adverse weather, and during emergencies such as wildfires, storms, and earthquakes, to restore services promptly and safeguard public health and safety. Utility workers valiantly risk their lives amidst tumultuous conditions, including hurricane-force storms and active wildfire zones, in their unwavering commitment to restoring services to communities in need.
- Utility lineworkers consistently hold positions among the top three most hazardous professions, bearing a national on-the-job fatality rate of 42 deaths per 100,000 workers annually.
- Utility workers routinely inspect, repair, and upgrade electrical, gas, and water infrastructure, identifying and mitigating potential hazards to prevent service disruptions, accidents, and environmental harm, thereby safeguarding the well-being and security of Californians.
This resolution designates March 14 as California Utility Workers Appreciation Day to be observed annually as a day for residents, businesses, and communities to express their gratitude and support for utility workers, recognizing their vital contributions and commitment to the well-being of the state.
Comments
According to the author:
Utility workers tirelessly dedicate themselves to providing and restoring essential services, including electricity, water, and gas, ensuring that Californians have access to vital resources for daily living, business operations, and emergency response. This measure seeks to formally recognize their contributions to our communities and to honor them for their commitment to the State of California.
FISCAL EFFECT: Appropriation: No Fiscal Com.: No Local: No
SUPPORT: (Verified 4/1/24)
California Coalition of Utility Employees (source)
Sacramento Municipal Utility District
OPPOSITION: (Verified 4/1/24)
None received
ARGUMENTS IN SUPPORT: Sacramento Municipal Utility District writes in support:
Our publicly elected Board of Directors has set a goal to completely remove carbon emissions from our resource portfolio by 2030, while continuing our commitment to provide affordable rates and maintain our world class reliability. In order to achieve our clean energy goals and preserve our reliable system, we rely on our devoted and capable utility workers to keep the lights on.
Prepared by: Russell Manning / SFA / (916) 651-1520
4/3/24 13:52:23
ASSEMBLY THIRD READING
ATR Bill Id:ACR 153
Author:(Petrie-Norris)
As Introduced Ver:February 29, 2024
Majority vote
SUMMARY
Designates March 14 of each year as California Utility Workers Appreciation Day as a day for residents, businesses, and communities to express their gratitude and support for utility workers, recognizing their vital contributions and commitment to the well-being of the state.
Major Provisions
- Utility workers tirelessly dedicate themselves to providing essential services, including electricity, gas, and water, ensuring that Californians have access to vital resources for daily living, business operations, and emergency response.
- They exhibit exceptional bravery, resilience, and dedication, often working in hazardous conditions, adverse weather, and during emergencies such as wildfires, storms, and earthquakes, to restore services promptly and safeguard public health and safety.
- Utility workers valiantly risk their lives amidst tumultuous conditions, including hurricane-force storms and active wildfire zones, in their unwavering commitment to restoring services to communities in need.
- Utility lineworkers consistently hold positions among the top three most hazardous professions, bearing a national on-the-job fatality rate of 42 deaths per 100,000 workers annually.
- Utility workers demonstrate unwavering commitment to serving their communities, often sacrificing personal comfort and time with their families to ensure the continuous functioning of critical infrastructure and the uninterrupted delivery of essential services.
- Utility workers play an indispensable role in supporting California's transition to sustainable energy sources, implementing innovative technologies, and enhancing the resilience of infrastructure to address the challenges of climate change and ensure a sustainable future for all residents.
- Utility workers undertake the arduous task of maintaining and repairing electricity, gas, and water lines, thereby ensuring the safe and reliable distribution of electricity, natural gas, and water to homes, businesses, hospitals, schools, and other essential facilities throughout the state. The State of California recognizes the invaluable contributions of utility workers to the well-being and safety of its residents.
COMMENTS
According to the Author
Utility workers tirelessly dedicate themselves to providing and restoring essential services, including electricity, water, and gas, ensuring that Californians have access to vital resources for daily living, business operations, and emergency response. This measure seeks to formally recognize their contributions to our communities and to honor them for their commitment to the State of California.
Arguments in Support
SMUD writes in support: "Our publicly elected Board of Directors has set a goal to completely remove carbon emissions from our resource portfolio by 2030, while continuing our commitment to provide affordable rates and maintain our world class reliability. In order to achieve our clean energy goals and preserve our reliable system, we rely on our devoted and capable utility workers to keep the lights on.
Arguments in Opposition
None on file.
FISCAL COMMENTS
No fiscal impact. This resolution is keyed non-fiscal by Legislative Counsel.
VOTES
ASM RULES: 10-0-1
YES: Pacheco, Mathis, Flora, Friedman, Holden, Arambula, Low, Maienschein, Ting, Waldron
ABS, ABST OR NV: Cervantes
UPDATED
VERSION: February 29, 2024
CONSULTANT: Michael Erke / RLS. / (916) 319-2800 FN: 0002654
Date of Hearing: March 11, 2024
ASSEMBLY COMMITTEE ON RULES
Blanca Pacheco, Chair
ABPCA Bill Id:ACR 153 (
Author:Petrie-Norris) – As Introduced Ver:February 29, 2024
SUBJECT: California Utility Workers Appreciation Day.
SUMMARY: Designates March 14 of each year as California Utility Workers Appreciation Day as a day for residents, businesses, and communities to express their gratitude and support for utility workers, recognizing their vital contributions and commitment to the well-being of the state. Specifically, this resolution makes the following legislative findings:
- Utility workers tirelessly dedicate themselves to providing essential services, including electricity, gas, and water, ensuring that Californians have access to vital resources for daily living, business operations, and emergency response.
- They exhibit exceptional bravery, resilience, and dedication, often working in hazardous conditions, adverse weather, and during emergencies such as wildfires, storms, and earthquakes, to restore services promptly and safeguard public health and safety.
- Utility workers valiantly risk their lives amidst tumultuous conditions, including hurricane-force storms and active wildfire zones, in their unwavering commitment to restoring services to communities in need.
- Utility lineworkers consistently hold positions among the top three most hazardous professions, bearing a national on-the-job fatality rate of 42 deaths per 100,000 workers annually.
- Utility workers demonstrate unwavering commitment to serving their communities, often sacrificing personal comfort and time with their families to ensure the continuous functioning of critical infrastructure and the uninterrupted delivery of essential services.
- Utility workers play an indispensable role in supporting California’s transition to sustainable energy sources, implementing innovative technologies, and enhancing the resilience of infrastructure to address the challenges of climate change and ensure a sustainable future for all residents.
- Utility workers undertake the arduous task of maintaining and repairing electricity, gas, and water lines, thereby ensuring the safe and reliable distribution of electricity, natural gas, and water to homes, businesses, hospitals, schools, and other essential facilities throughout the state. The State of California recognizes the invaluable contributions of utility workers to the well-being and safety of its residents.
FISCAL EFFECT: None
REGISTERED SUPPORT / OPPOSITION:
Support
None on file
Opposition
None on file
Analysis Prepared by: Michael Erke / RLS. / (916) 319-2800
Bill Author
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