III 109th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 215 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 27, 2005 Mr. Smith (for himself, Mr. Wyden, Mrs. Murray, Mrs. Feinstein, and Mrs. Boxer) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Designating December 2005 as National Pear Month.

Whereas pear trees imported to Oregon, Washington, and California by pioneers in the 1800s thrived in the unique agricultural conditions found in the Pacific States; Whereas the Pacific States are internationally renowned for producing varieties of delicious, sweet, and juicy pears; Whereas the Pacific States form the only geographic region in the United States with the ideal combination of climate and geography needed to produce high-quality, delicious summer and winter pear varieties; Whereas the rich pear-growing region stretches from the Central Valley of California, through the Rogue River Valley in southern Oregon, and to the banks of the Columbia River in Oregon and Washington; Whereas pears are a high-quality source of vitamin C, potassium, and dietary fiber, have no cholesterol, are low in calories, and complement an active lifestyle; Whereas Oregon, Washington, and California are world-renowned for providing beautiful and delicious pears; Whereas the United States does not have an official pear month; and Whereas designating December 2005 as National Pear Month would be a suitable recognition of the affection the people of the United States hold for pears and the healthful benefits of pears: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1)designates December 2005 as National Pear Month; and (2)encourages the people of the United States to observe the month with appropriate ceremonies, activities, and consumption.