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     STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

IN GENERAL ASSEMBLY

JANUARY SESSION, A.D. 2026

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H O U S E   R E S O L U T I O N

COMMEMORATING SEPTEMBER 21ST THROUGH SEPTEMBER 27TH, 2025, AS

"NATIONAL SURGICAL TECHNOLOGISTS WEEK" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

     Introduced By: Representatives Noret, Shekarchi, Blazejewski, Chippendale, Ajello,
Fellela, Tanzi, Fogarty, McNamara, and Bennett

     Date Introduced: January 15, 2026

     Referred To: House read and passed

     WHEREAS, National Surgical Technologists Week is celebrated annually during the

third week of September, in honor of the essential role that surgical technologists play in ensuring

patient safety and supporting surgeons during surgeries; and

     WHEREAS, The Association of Surgical Technologists (AST) is a national, nonprofit

organization representing over 80,000 surgical technologists across the country who hold the

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential. These professionals are vital members of the

healthcare team, serving as the surgeon's co-pilot and ensuring the operating room runs smoothly;

and

     WHEREAS, Surgical technologists provide indispensable support during surgeries by

preparing instruments and supplies, maintaining the sterile field, and ensuring that every member

of the surgical team adheres to aseptic and sterile techniques. Their vigilance and expertise are

crucial to the safety and success of every surgical procedure; and

     WHEREAS, National Surgical Technologists Week offers an opportunity to recognize

and celebrate these dedicated professionals for their commitment to patient safety and their

contributions to the healthcare system; and

     WHEREAS, The tireless work of surgical technologists allows surgeries to be conducted

efficiently and safely, which is especially critical in the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare.

They are a vital part of surgical teams in hospitals and healthcare facilities across Rhode Island

and the nation; and

     WHEREAS, Surgical technologists embody the highest standards of professionalism and

skill, working diligently to keep patients safe and ensuring that surgical procedures are performed

in the most optimal conditions; now, therefore be it

     RESOLVED, That this House of Representatives of the State of Rhode Island hereby

commemorates September 21st through September 27th, 2025, as "National Surgical

Technologists Week" in recognition of the important role surgical technologists play in

healthcare, and urges all citizens of the state to join in expressing appreciation for their hard work

and dedication to patient care; and be it further

     RESOLVED, That the Secretary of State be and hereby is authorized and directed to

transmit duly certified copies of this resolution to the Association of Surgical Technologists and

the Rhode Island Department of Health.

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