HR0893 103RD GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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HOUSE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, For over 60 years, surgical technology has grown to meet the ever-increasing demand for well-educated, highly skilled, and versatile surgical technologists; and

WHEREAS, Surgical technologists are entrusted with the lives and well-being of patients and provide a critical service during surgical procedures; and

WHEREAS, Over 100,000 surgical technologists nationwide are an integral part of surgical teams committed to providing the highest quality of surgical care to patients; and

WHEREAS, Surgical technologists are responsible for the application of sterile and aseptic technique in the operating room, ensuring that equipment functions properly and facilitating safe and effective conduct during invasive surgical procedures; and

WHEREAS, Surgical technologists strive to prevent life-threatening surgical site infections and maximize patient safety; and

WHEREAS, Certified surgical technologists graduate from an accredited program and receive certification conferred by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting based upon passage of the national examination; and

WHEREAS, The surgical technologist's motto, "Aeger Primo", meaning "the patient first", reflects total commitment to patient safety and advocacy; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE ONE HUNDRED THIRD GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we declare September 15 through 21, 2024 as Surgical Technologists Week in the State of Illinois; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to the Illinois State Assembly of the Association of Surgical Technologists as a symbol of our respect and esteem.