[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 29 (Tuesday, March 1, 2011)]
[Senate]
[Page S1068]
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   SENATE RESOLUTION 83--DESIGNATING MARCH 2, 2011, AS ``READ ACROSS 
                             AMERICA DAY''

  Mr. REED of Rhode Island (for himself and Ms. Collins) submitted the 
following resolution; which was considered and agreed to:

                               S. Res. 83

       Whereas reading is a basic requirement for quality 
     education and professional success, and is a source of 
     pleasure throughout life;
       Whereas the people of the United States must be able to 
     read if the United States is to remain competitive in the 
     global economy;
       Whereas Congress has placed great emphasis on reading 
     intervention and providing additional resources for reading 
     assistance, including through the programs authorized in the 
     Elementary and Secondary Education Act (20 U.S.C. 6301 et 
     seq.) and through annual appropriations for library and 
     literacy programs; and
       Whereas more than 50 national organizations concerned about 
     reading and education have joined with the National Education 
     Association to designate March 2, the anniversary of the 
     birth of Theodor Geisel, also known as Dr. Seuss, as a day to 
     celebrate reading: Now, therefore, be it
       Resolved, That the Senate--
       (1) designates March 2, 2011, as ``Read Across America 
     Day'';
       (2) honors Theodor Geisel, also known as Dr. Seuss, for his 
     success in encouraging children to discover the joy of 
     reading;
       (3) honors the 14th anniversary of ``Read Across America 
     Day'';
       (4) encourages parents to read with their children for at 
     least 30 minutes on ``Read Across America Day'' in honor of 
     the commitment of the Senate to building a nation of readers; 
     and
       (5) encourages the people of the United States to observe 
     the day with appropriate ceremonies and activities.

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