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PUBLIC LAW 100-000—MMMM. DD, 1988

PUBLIC LAW 100-328—JUNE 7, 1988

102 STAT. 587

Public Law 100-328 100th Congress Joint Resolution Designating May 1988 as "Take Pride in America Month".

Whereas America is blessed with outstanding natural and cultural resources; Whereas America is blessed with tremendous human resources, including citizens with a unique volunteer spirit rooted in the Nation's frontier tradition; Whereas the Nation's recreational and cultural resources contribute to the economic and social well-being of the Nation; Whereas the future of the Nation's great historical monuments and natural wonders depends upon the commitment of the American people to their preservation; Whereas the Take Pride in American Campaign is a partnership of Federal agencies, States, and numerous public and private organizations committed to the wise use of our natural and cultural resources; Whereas Take Pride in America Month will focus attention on the stewardship of public lands by concerned citizens and citizen groups around the Nation; and Whereas "Take Pride in America: You Can Make a Difference" will become the theme for Take Pride in America Month: Now, therefore, be it Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, That May 1988 is designated as 'Take Pride in America Month", and the President is authorized and requested to issue a proclamation calling upon the people of the United States to observe such month with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities. Approved June 7, 1988.

LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—H. J. Res. 530: CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 134 (1988): May 2, considered and passed House. May 18, considered and passed Senate.

June 7, 1988 [H.J. Res. 530]