[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 28 (Wednesday, February 27, 2013)]
[Senate]
[Page S947]
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   SENATE RESOLUTION 61--DESIGNATING MARCH 1, 2013, AS ``READ ACROSS 
                             AMERICA DAY''

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

                               S. Res. 61

       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 on providing additional resources for 
     reading assistance, including through the programs authorized 
     by the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (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 1, the day before 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 1, 2013, 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 16th 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 country of 
     readers; and
       (5) encourages the people of the United States to observe 
     ``Read Across America Day'' with appropriate ceremonies and 
     activities.

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