[Congressional Bills 111th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Res. 1276 Engrossed in House (EH)]

H. Res. 1276

                In the House of Representatives, U. S.,

                                                        April 21, 2010.
Whereas April 21, 2010, marks the first anniversary of the signing of the Edward 
        M. Kennedy Serve America Act;
Whereas the Edward M. Kennedy Serve America Act reauthorized the Corporation for 
        National and Community Service and its programs through 2014, expanding 
        opportunities for millions of people in the United States to serve the 
        Nation;
Whereas the country is experiencing a wave of new innovation and collaboration 
        to increase volunteerism; as social entrepreneurs try new approaches, 
        technology increases access and expands service, and corporate 
        volunteers provide pro bono skills to nonprofit organizations;
Whereas the Edward M. Kennedy Serve America Act increases volunteer 
        opportunities for people in the United States of all ages, with a focus 
        on disadvantaged youth, seniors, and veterans;
Whereas the Edward M. Kennedy Serve America Act promotes social innovation by 
        supporting and expanding proven programs and builds capacity of 
        individuals, nonprofits, and communities to volunteer; and
Whereas the legislation leverages service to assist in meeting challenges in the 
        areas of education, health, clean energy, veterans, and economic 
        opportunity: Now, therefore, be it
    Resolved, That the House of Representatives--
            (1) recognizes that service is of significant value to the United 
        States; and
            (2) recognizes the first anniversary of the Edward M. Kennedy Serve 
        America Act, and encourages every citizen of the United States to 
        continue to answer the call to serve.
            Attest:

                                                                          Clerk.