III 109th CONGRESS 1st Session S. CON. RES. 38 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 25, 2005 Mr. Craig (for himself and Mr. Baucus) submitted the following concurrent resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration CONCURRENT RESOLUTION Permitting the use of the rotunda of the Capitol for a ceremony to award the Congressional Award Gold Medal to national recipients.

Whereas today’s youth are vital to the preservation of our country and will be the future bearers of the bright torch of democracy; Whereas youth need positive direction as they transition into adulthood; Whereas the United States needs increased numbers of community volunteers acting as positive influences on the Nation’s youth; Whereas the Congressional Awards program is committed to recognizing our Nation’s most valuable asset, our youth, by encouraging them to set and accomplish goals in the areas of volunteer public service, personal development, physical fitness, and expedition/exploring; Whereas more than 21,000 young people have been involved in the Congressional Awards program this year; Whereas through the efforts of dedicated advisors across the country, this year 238 students earned the Congressional Award Gold Medal; and Whereas increased awareness of the program’s existence will encourage youth throughout the Nation to become involved with the Congressional Awards: Now, therefore, be it

That the rotunda of the Capitol is authorized to be used on June 22, 2005, for a ceremony to award Congressional Award Gold Medals to national recipients. Physical preparation for the ceremony shall be carried out in accordance with such conditions as the Architect of the Capitol may prescribe.