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S.Res. 673: A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Safe Digging Month.

Introduced 2026-04-15 · Sponsor: Sen. Young, Todd [R-IN]
Latest action: 2026-04-15 · Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1789-179…
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S.Res. 673 is a non-binding Senate resolution that officially recognizes April as "National Safe Digging Month." The resolution encourages the public to call 811 before starting any excavation or digging projects. By contacting this service, homeowners and contractors can have underground utility lines—such as gas, water, and electric pipes—marked to prevent accidental damage, service outages, or safety hazards. This resolution does not create new laws, mandate any specific actions for citizens, or change existing regulations regarding construction or property rights. It serves as a symbolic statement of support for public safety awareness.
S.Res. 673 是一项参议院决议,旨在正式将四月定为“全国安全挖掘月”。 该决议鼓励公众在开始任何挖掘工程前拨打 811 热线。通过联系此服务,房主和承包商可以标记地下的公用设施管线(如天然气、水管和电缆),从而防止意外损坏、服务中断或安全隐患。 该决议不制定任何新法律,不对公民提出强制性要求,也不会改变有关建筑或财产权利的现有法规。它仅作为对公共安全意识的一种象征性支持。