[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 77 (Thursday, May 30, 1996)]
[House]
[Page H5653]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   TEENAGE PREGNANCY PREVENTION MONTH

  (Mrs. CLAYTON asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute.)
  Mrs. CLAYTON. Mr. Speaker, both President Clinton and Governor Hunt 
of my State have declared May as Teenager Pregnancy Prevention Month.
  Many are observing National Teen Pregnancy Prevention Month because 
it has been shown that many more teenagers become pregnant during May 
than in any other month.
  This is attributed to the many special events that occur in May such 
as proms, graduations, field trips, and other social outings.
  The goal of teen pregnancy prevention efforts should be to assist 
teens to achieve social responsibility and long-term economic self-
sufficiency.
  To achieve this goal we must have a combined effort between the 
public and the private sectors.
  Teen Pregnancy Prevention Month provides an opportunity to recognize 
existing teen pregnancy prevention programs.
  Over the days and weeks to follow, I will share with our colleagues 
information about a variety of teenage pregnancy prevention programs 
that are underway.
  It is time for all of us to join in this effort.

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