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 PUBLIC LAW 99-293—MAY 8, 1986

100 STAT. 417

Public Law 99-293 99th Congress Joint Resolution Designating April 28, 1986, as National Nursing Home Residents Day".

Whereas over one million older Americans reside in nursing homes and one in five older Americans likely will reside in a nursing home at some time; Whereas nursing home residents have contributed to the growth, development, and progress of this Nation and, as elders, offer a wealth of knowledge and experience; Whereas Congress recognizes the importance of the continued participation of these institutionalized senior citizens in the life of our Nation; Whereas in an effort to foster reintegration of these citizens into their communities Congress encourages community recognition of and involvement in the lives of nursing home residents; Whereas the Congress recognizes the importance of safeguarding the rights of nursing home residents; and Whereas it is appropriate for the American people to join in support of nursing home residents to demonstrate their concern and respect for these citizens: Now, therefore, be it Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled. That April 28, 1986, is designated as "National Nursing Home Residents Day", a time of renewed recognition, concern, and respect for the Nation's nursing home residents. The President is authorized and requested to issue a proclamation calling upon the people of the United States to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and activities. Approved May 8, 1986.

LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—S.J. Res. 264: CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 132 (1986): Mar. 21, considered and passed Senate. Apr. 28, considered and passed House.

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