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Support for Safe Digging Month: Call 811 Before You Dig

The U.S. Senate supports "National Safe Digging Month" to raise awareness about calling 811 before any digging project. This initiative aims to prevent damage to underground utilities, which can lead to service interruptions, environmental harm, personal injury, or even death. Citizens are encouraged to follow this simple step to ensure their safety and the safety of others.
Key points
It is recommended to call 811 or go online before digging to locate underground utilities.
Failure to notify 811 before digging is the leading cause of damage to underground networks, resulting in service disruptions and hazards.
April has been designated National Safe Digging Month to promote safe practices and remind people about the 811 number.
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Print number: 119_SRES_160
Sponsor: Sen. Young, Todd [R-IN]
Process start date: 2025-04-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Safe Digging Month.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_SRES_160.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-04-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • It is recommended to call 811 or go online before digging to locate underground utilities.
  • Failure to notify 811 before digging is the leading cause of damage to underground networks, resulting in service disruptions and hazards.
  • April has been designated National Safe Digging Month to promote safe practices and remind people about the 811 number.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Adopted.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Young, Todd [R-IN].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2459; text: CR S2458-2459)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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