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PUBLIC LAW 100-000—MMMM. DD, 1987

101 STAT. 904

PUBLIC LAW 100-163—NOV. 12, 1987

Public Law 100-163 100th Congress

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Joint Resolution Nov. 12, 1987 [S.J. Res. 154]

To designate the period commencing on November 15, 1987, and ending on November 22, 1987, as "National Arts Week".

Whereas the performing arts, the visual arts, and literature are central to human expression; M?.«; fi%^ Whereas our identity as a people and as a Nation is expressed through the arts; Whereas support of the arts has been a partnership of Federal, State, and local government entities, businesses, and individuals; Whereas designating a National Arts Week provides a focal point to celebrate the diverse cultural heritage of the United States and the vitality of contemporary writers, artists, and performers; and Whereas designating a National Arts Week brings together the public and private sectors to restate support of the arts: Now, therefore, be it Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, That the period commencing on November 15, 1987, and ending on November 22, 1987, is designated as "National Arts Week", and the President is authorized and requested to issue a proclamation calling upon the citizens of the United States to observe such period with appropriate programs and activities. Approved November 12, 1987.

LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—S.J. Res. 154: CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 133 (1987): June 25, considered and passed Senate. Nov. 3, considered and passed House.

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