WASHINGTON, DC –Today, Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) announced the introduction of Senate Resolution 117, which recognizes the contributions of linemen to protect public safety and expresses support for the designation of March 31, 2015, as National Lineman Appreciation Day. 

“All men and women who work to protect their community deserve unending praise and respect for their duty and sacrifice,” said Senator Tillis. “I was honored to introduce a resolution designating March 31, 2015, as National Lineman Appreciation Day. Our linemen truly are public safety heroes, often times being the first to respond during storms and other emergencies, and our appreciation for them should not go unnoticed.”

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