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 PUBLIC LAW 99-421—SEPT. 25, 1986

100 STAT. 961

Public Law 99-421 99th Congress Joint Resolution Designating September 22, 1986, as "American Business Women's Day".

Whereas the American Business Women's Association is a national educational association that promotes professional and educational advancement for women; Whereas the American Business Women's Association awarded $2,900,000 in scholarships to over six thousand women in 1984, and has awarded more than $18,000,000 in scholarships since 1949; Whereas the American Business Women's Association has more than one hundred and ten thousand members and two thousand one hundred chapters throughout the United States and its territories; Whereas the American Business Women's Association encourages women to expand horizons, diversify skills, and set higher personal and career goals; and Whereas Congress recognizes the important contributions of American businesswomen to our Nation's continuing vitality: Now, therefore, be it Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, 'That September 22, 1986, is designated "American Business Women's Day". The President is authorized and requested to issue a proclamation calling upon the people of the United States to observe that day with appropriate ceremonies and activities. Approved September 25, 1986.

LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—S.J. Res. 196: CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 132 (1986): June 10, considered and passed Senate. Sept. 18, considered and passed House.

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