Young’s Resolution Recognizing April as National Safe Digging Month Passes Senate
WASHINGTON – The United States Senate unanimously passed a bipartisan resolution authored by U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Gary Peters (D-Mich.) marking April 2025 as National Safe Digging Month.
“As Chairman of the Senate Commerce Subcommittee on Surface Transportation, Maritime, Freight, and Ports, I’m proud to cosponsor this resolution designating April as National Safe Digging Month. With the weather getting warmer and excavation projects increasing, it is important to remember to call before you dig,” said Senator Young.
“When utility lines are accidentally damaged during excavation projects, it threatens the safety of our workers and the environment while disrupting vital services that communities depend on,” said Senator Peters. “I’m proud to again partner with the Common Ground Alliance to establish April as National Safe Digging Month and help lead the charge to promote safe digging practices that protect Michiganders and utility workers as they build and maintain our critical infrastructure.”
Each year, underground utility infrastructure, including pipelines, electrical lines, and telecommunications cables, is unintentionally damaged during excavation projects. National Safe Digging Month was established by the Common Ground Alliance (CGA) to raise awareness of safe digging practices like the “One Call” policy, which encourages homeowners and excavators to dial “811” before starting a project to obtain information regarding the location of utility lines. The resolution designates April as National Safe Digging Month to support safety and awareness efforts during the peak period when excavation projects are carried out across the country.
“Senator Young’s National Safe Digging Month resolution reflects his commitment to smart, preventative solutions that protect both public safety and infrastructure. With 27 million Americans likely to dig without calling 811 first, his leadership addresses a significant risk while supporting his priorities of community safety and economic stability. The Common Ground Alliance commends his proactive approach to this critical issue,” said CGA President and CEO Sarah K. Magruder Lyle.
In addition to Senators Young and Peters, U.S. Senators Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.) are also co-sponsors of the resolution.
Full text of the resolution can be found here.