[Congressional Bills 106th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Res. 456 Engrossed in House (EH)]
In the House of Representatives, U.S.,
May 15, 2000.
Whereas in 1957 the Arapahoe Rescue Patrol, a non-profit organization that
assists law enforcement agencies, fire departments and search and rescue
missions, was established;
Whereas Stan Bush founded this program in 1957 to gather volunteers for
community service to meet in the basement of Fire Station 12 in
Littleton, Colorado;
Whereas this group has participated in 43 years of public service to the Denver
metro area including: conducting search and rescue efforts, assisting in
emergencies, and aiding in automobile accidents and fires;
Whereas over a thousand students have participated in the program and been
involved in 2,226 rescue missions and contributed countless thousands of
hours of community service; and
Whereas the commitment of these youths must be recognized to promote positive
after school activities for today's young people: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved, That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that the
Congress recognizes the Arapahoe Rescue Patrol of Littleton, Colorado for its 43
years of service to the local community, strong commitment from young adults,
and selfless acts of community service to encourage positive outlets for young
adults, teaching them a sense of commitment, responsibility, and belonging, all
qualities essential to provide youth with the tools they need to succeed in the
future.
Attest:
Clerk.