The resolution introduced on March 4, 2026, designates the month of March as American Red Cross Month in West Virginia. It acknowledges the vital humanitarian efforts of the American Red Cross and its volunteers, who provide essential services such as disaster relief, blood donation, and support for military families. The resolution highlights the impact of the Red Cross in 2025, noting that they assisted 3,000 West Virginians, installed over 3,500 smoke alarms, collected nearly 50,000 units of blood, and trained over 20,000 citizens in lifesaving skills.
Furthermore, the resolution emphasizes the importance of community solidarity and encourages citizens to recognize and commend local heroes who contribute to these efforts. It calls for a collective commitment to support one another during emergencies, ensuring that no one faces such challenges alone. The Senate expresses its gratitude to those who serve in the Red Cross and directs the Clerk to send a copy of the resolution to the Central Appalachian Regional office of the American Red Cross.