Today, Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick led a bipartisan effort to introduce a resolution designating July 10 as Journeyman Lineworkers Recognition Day. The initiative, supported by Reps. Linda T. Sánchez, Rob Bresnahan, and Donald Norcross, aims to honor lineworkers who risk their lives to maintain the nation’s power infrastructure.
“Our journeyman lineworkers are the frontline defenders of our infrastructure,” said Congressman Fitzpatrick. He emphasized that the resolution serves as both recognition and a promise of support for these workers.
Congresswoman Sánchez noted the challenges lineworkers face daily in keeping communities powered: “Every day, lineworkers rise to the challenge – often working long hours in hazardous conditions.”
Congressman Norcross expressed pride in joining his colleagues to recognize the efforts of 120,000 lineworkers nationwide: “These men and women often work throughout the night in hazardous conditions and after natural disasters.”
Congressman Bresnahan acknowledged their continuous dedication: “I want to express my deep gratitude to the skilled men and women who work around the clock not only on Journeyman Lineworkers Recognition Day but every day.”
David Long from the National Electrical Contractors Association thanked lawmakers for ensuring recognition of lineworkers’ contributions: “Their skill, sacrifice, and service power America every day.”
Kenneth W. Cooper of IBEW highlighted their heroism: “America’s lineworkers are heroes in every sense of the word.” Drew Maloney from Edison Electric Institute praised them as essential for reliable electricity delivery.
The resolution also commemorates Henry Miller’s legacy. As IBEW’s founder and first president, Miller worked tirelessly to improve conditions for linemen before his untimely death on July 10, 1896.
Fitzpatrick has been recognized for his advocacy with awards such as the John D. Dingell Award.
