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 PUBLIC LAW 99-343—JUNE 23, 1986

100 STAT. 671

Public Law 99-343 99th Congress Joint Resolution To designate October 8, 1986, as "National Fire Fighters Day".

Whereas there are over 2,000,000 professional and volunteer fire fighters in the United States; Whereas fire fighters responded to over 2,300,000 fires and over 8,700,000 non-fire emergencies in 1984; Whereas fire fighters have given their lives and risked injury to preserve the lives of others and protect our Nation's property; Whereas the contributions and sacrifices of our valiant fire fighters often go unreported and are inadequately recognized by the public; and Whereas fire fighters' work deserves the attention and gratitude of all Americans: Now, therefore, be it Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, That October 8, 1986, is designated as "National Fire Fighters Day". The President is authorized and requested to issue a proclamation calling upon the people of the United States to observe such day with appropriate ceremonies and activities. Approved June 23, 1986.

LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—H.J. Res. 479: CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 132 (1986): May 22, considered and peissed House. June 10, considered and passed Senate.

June 23, 1986 [H.J. Res. 479]

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