SR0423 104TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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SENATE 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 the surgical team 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 procedure; 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", which means "the patient first", reflects total commitment to patient safety and advocacy; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE SENATE OF THE ONE HUNDRED FOURTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we declare the week of September 21 through September 27, 2025 as Surgical Technology Week in the State of Illinois; and be it further

RESOLVED, That we honor these dedicated healthcare professionals for their hard work and expertise in patient safety in the operating room that often goes unnoticed, and we also recognize their educators for providing them with specialized training in surgical technology.