[Congressional Bills 106th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H.J. Res. 60 Introduced in House (IH)]

  1st Session
H. J. RES. 60

 Designating the square dance as the national folk dance of the United 
                                States.


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                    IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

                             June 17, 1999

    Mr. Saxton introduced the following joint resolution; which was 
             referred to the Committee on Government Reform

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                            JOINT RESOLUTION


 
 Designating the square dance as the national folk dance of the United 
                                States.

Whereas square dancing has been a popular tradition in America since early 
        colonial days;
Whereas square dancing has attained a revered status as part of the folklore of 
        this country;
Whereas square dancing is a joyful expression of the vibrant spirit of the 
        people of the United States;
Whereas the American people value the display of etiquette among men and women 
        which is a major element of square dancing;
Whereas square dancing is a traditional form of family recreation which 
        symbolizes a basic strength of this country, namely, the unity of the 
        family;
Whereas square dancing epitomizes democracy because it dissolves arbitrary 
        social distinctions; and
Whereas it is fitting that the square dance be added to the array of symbols of 
        our national character and pride: Now, therefore, be it
    Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United 
States of America in Congress assembled, That the square dance is 
designated the national folk dance of the United States of America.
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