[Congressional Bills 103th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H.J. Res. 327 Introduced in House (IH)]

103d CONGRESS
  2d Session
H. J. RES. 327

         To designate June 4, 1994, as ``National Trails Day''.


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                    IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

                           February 23, 1994

 Mr. Schaefer (for himself, Mr. Vento, Mr. Beilenson, Mr. Bevill, Mr. 
Boucher, Ms. Dunn, Mr. Costello, Mr. Farr of California, Mr. Foglietta, 
Ms. Furse, Mr. Gordon, Mr. Hefley, Mr. Hughes, Mr. Kasich, Mr. Kleczka, 
  Mr. Klein, Mr. Markey, Mr. McDermott, Mr. Moran, Mrs. Morella, Mr. 
 McInnis, Mr. Miller of California, Mr. Murtha, Mrs. Mink, Mr. Neal of 
Massachusetts, Mr. Romero-Barcelo, Mr. Regula, Mr. Slattery, Mr. Synar, 
   Mr. Thomas of Wyoming, Mrs. Unsoeld, Mr. Walsh, Mr. Wolf, and Mr. 
    Underwood) introduced the following joint resolution; which was 
       referred to the Committee on Post Office and Civil Service

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                            JOINT RESOLUTION


 
         To designate June 4, 1994, as ``National Trails Day''.

Whereas trails and footpaths have been an integral part of America's history, 
        providing opportunities for recreation, exercise, and transportation;
Whereas trails provide an alternative transportation system at both local and 
        metropolitan levels;
Whereas trails offer outdoor activity for the millions of Americans who walk, 
        bicycle, ride, backpack, ski, and hunt;
Whereas, by the year 2000, more than 80 percent of the Nation's population will 
        reside in urban areas and recreational opportunities which are close to 
        home will be a priority;
Whereas trails enrich our Nation's communities by showcasing areas of scenic 
        beauty, historic significance, and ecological diversity;
Whereas in 1993 over 750,000 people participated in ``National Trails Day'' 
        events across the country;
Whereas an organized trails system contributes to the economic vitality of a 
        community;
Whereas trails provide educational opportunities for all ages to observe nature 
        and to increase awareness about and appreciation of our natural 
        environment; and
Whereas a ``National Trails Day'' will strengthen support for our national 
        trails system on local, State, and national levels: Now, therefore, be 
        it
    Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United 
States of America in Congress assembled, That June 4, 1994, is 
designated as ``National Trails Day''. The President is authorized and 
requested to issue a proclamation calling upon the people of the United 
States to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and activities.

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