[Congressional Bills 110th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Res. 266 Agreed to House (ATH)]

110th CONGRESS
  1st Session
H. RES. 266

 Supporting the goals and ideals of Professional Social Work Month and 
                         World Social Work Day.


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                    IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

                             March 26, 2007

 Ms. Shea-Porter (for herself, Mrs. Davis of California, Ms. Lee, Mr. 
 Rodriguez, Ms. Schwartz, Mr. Towns, and Mrs. Jones of Ohio) submitted 
   the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on 
                          Education and Labor

                             March 26, 2007

The Committee on Education and Labor discharged; considered and agreed 
                                   to

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                               RESOLUTION


 
 Supporting the goals and ideals of Professional Social Work Month and 
                         World Social Work Day.

Whereas social workers have the demonstrated education and experience to guide 
        individuals, families, and communities through complex issues and 
        choices;
Whereas social workers connect individuals, families, and communities to 
        available resources;
Whereas social workers are dedicated to improving the society in which we live;
Whereas social workers are positive and compassionate professionals;
Whereas social workers stand up for others to make sure everyone has access to 
        the same basic rights, protections, and opportunities;
Whereas social workers have been the driving force behind important social 
        movements in the United States and abroad; and
Whereas Professional Social Work Month, and World Social Work Day, which is 
        March 27, 2007, will build awareness of the role of professional social 
        workers and their commitment and dedication to individuals, families, 
        and communities everywhere through service delivery, research, 
        education, and legislative advocacy: Now, therefore, be it
    Resolved,  That the House of Representatives--
            (1) supports the goals and ideals of Professional Social 
        Work Month and World Social Work Day;
            (2) acknowledges the diligent efforts of individuals and 
        groups who promote the importance of social work and who are 
        observing Professional Social Work Month and World Social Work 
        Day;
            (3) encourages the American people to engage in appropriate 
        ceremonies and activities to further promote awareness of the 
        life-changing role of social workers;
            (4) recognizes with gratitude the contributions of the 
        millions of caring individuals who have chosen to serve their 
        communities through social work; and
            (5) encourages young people to seek out educational and 
        professional opportunities to become social workers.
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