SR12: Resolution Text

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2005 - 2006 LEGISLATURE

2005 Senate RESOLUTION 12

January 11, 2006 - Introduced by Senator Brown. Referred to Committee on Senate Organization.

SR12,1,1 Relating to: the Professional Ambulance Association of Wisconsin.

SR12,1,4 Whereas, paramedics and emergency medical technicians (EMTs) are often thrust into dangerous situations — situations that set their profession apart from most any other routine job; and

SR12,1,6 Whereas, it is a difficult, sometimes daunting time to be part of the public health and safety professions; and

SR12,1,9 Whereas, the Professional Ambulance Association of Wisconsin (PAAW) is a leading organization serving the needs of its members in the ambulance and medical transportation industry in Wisconsin; and

SR12,1,12 Whereas, PAAW and the American Ambulance Association are dedicated to excellence in the ambulance services industry and provide services to enable their members to effectively address the needs of the communities they serve; and

SR12,1,14 Whereas, PAAW and the American Ambulance Association advocate the highest quality patient care through ethical and sound business practices; and

SR12,2,2 Whereas, PAAW has great admiration and respect for those who dedicate their time and talents to the emergency care profession; and

SR12,2,4 Whereas, PAAW wishes to recognize the heroic and courageous work performed by paramedics and EMTs every day; and

SR12,2,7 Whereas, PAAW and the American Ambulance Association now seek to honor those in Wisconsin who exemplify the best qualities in the ambulance profession with the first annual "Stars of Life" recognition program; and

SR12,2,11 Whereas, on January 17, 2006, 9 individuals will be honored as "Stars of Life" for demonstrating outstanding service to their profession through communication skills, customer service, and job performance in addition to exhibiting exceptional kindness and selflessness in performing their duties; now, therefore, be it

SR12,2,15 Resolved by the senate, That the members of the Wisconsin senate congratulate PAAW on its "Stars of Life" program and their colleagues who will receive this award for their hard work and dedication to their jobs and patients and to their communities.

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