PRINTER'S NO. 1981
THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF PENNSYLVANIA
SENATE RESOLUTION
No.
375
Session of
2020
INTRODUCED BY DINNIMAN, MARTIN, FARNESE, KILLION, FONTANA,
PHILLIPS-HILL, COSTA AND SCAVELLO, SEPTEMBER 18, 2020
REFERRED TO RULES AND EXECUTIVE NOMINATIONS, SEPTEMBER 18, 2020
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing the month of November 2020 as "Carbon Monoxide
Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania.
WHEREAS, November is the best time to raise awareness for
carbon monoxide poisoning as the threat of exposure increases as
people stay indoors and burn more fuel to heat their homes
during the winter months; and
WHEREAS, Exposure occurs most commonly when a person leaves a
vehicle running, burns charcoal, alcohol or gasoline in an
enclosed space or smokes a cigar, cigarette or pipe; and
WHEREAS, Incorrectly vented or malfunctioning appliances and
products and equipment powered by internal combustion engines,
such as portable generators, cars, lawn mowers and power
washers, also produce carbon monoxide; and
WHEREAS, Carbon monoxide is known as a "silent killer"
because it is a colorless, odorless and tasteless poisonous gas
that can be fatal when inhaled; and
WHEREAS, Symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning may include a
dull headache, weakness, dizziness, nausea or vomiting,
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