[Congressional Bills 106th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Res. 492 Engrossed in House (EH)]


                 In the House of Representatives, U.S.,

                                                           May 9, 2000.
Whereas the foundation of American freedom and democracy is a strong, effective 
        system of education in which every child can learn in a safe and 
        nurturing environment;
Whereas a first-rate education system depends on a partnership between parents, 
        principals, teachers, and children;
Whereas much of the success of our Nation during the American Century is the 
        result of the hard work and dedication of teachers across the land;
Whereas, in addition to their families, knowledgeable and skillful teachers can 
        have a profound impact on a child's early development and future 
        success;
Whereas, while many people spend their lives building careers, teachers spend 
        their careers building lives;
Whereas our Nation's teachers serve our children beyond the call of duty as 
        coaches, mentors, and advisors without regard to fame or fortune; and
Whereas across this land nearly three million men and women experience the joys 
        of teaching young minds the virtues of reading, writing, and arithmetic: 
        Now, therefore, be it
    Resolved, That the House of Representatives--
            (1) honors and recognizes the unique and important achievements of 
        America's teachers; and
            (2) urges all Americans to take a moment to thank and pay tribute to 
        our Nation's teachers.
            Attest:

                                                                          Clerk.