[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 67 (Friday, May 22, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E944]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                               SPACE DAY

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                       HON. GEORGE E. BROWN, JR.

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 21, 1998

  Mr. BROWN of California. Mr. Speaker, I would like to briefly note 
that today, May 21st, is ``Space Day''. It is a day intended to 
celebrate humanity's accomplishments in space. It is also a day for 
using space exploration as a teaching aid for imparting the importance 
of science and mathematics education.
  First established in 1997, Space Day draws on the efforts of some 34 
organizations and individuals in both the private and public sectors. 
It features activities in schools and communities both across America 
and around the world, as well as events on the Worldwide Web.
  As someone who has long believed in the importance of our space 
program and the benefits that it can deliver to all of our citizens, I 
want to offer my best wishes for a successful Space Day '98.

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