April is National Safe Digging Month, a nationwide initiative that raises awareness about safe excavation practices to prevent damage to underground utility lines including gas and hazardous liquid pipeline. The campaign highlights the importance of contacting 811 before digging, ensuring public safety, and protecting essential infrastructure.

Many states issue official proclamations recognizing National Safe Digging Month, supporting the importance of damage prevention, and encouraging residents, businesses, and contractors to follow safe digging protocols. These proclamations help educate communities, reduce utility service disruptions, and prevent costly accidents by promoting 811 and safe digging practices.

List of States:

1. Alabama
2. Alaska
3. Arizona
4. Arkansas
5. California
6. Colorado
7. Connecticut
8. Delaware
9. Georgia
10. Hawaii
11. Idaho
12. Illinois
13. Indiana
14. Iowa
15. Kansas
16. Kentucky 
17. Louisiana
18. Maryland
19. Maine
20. Massachusetts
21. Michigan
22. Minnesota
23. Missouri
24. New Hampshire
25. Nevada
26. New Jersey
27. New York
28. North Carolina
29. North Dakota
30. Ohio
31. Oklahoma
32. Oregon
33. Pennsylvania
34. Rhode Island
35. South Carolina
36. Tennessee
37. Texas
38. Vermont
39. Virginia
40. Washington 
41. West Virginia
42. Wisconsin
43. Wyoming