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PUBLIC LAW 100-214—DEC. 24, 1987

Public Law 100-214 100th Congress Joint Resolution

Dec. 24, 1987 [H.J. Res. 255]

Designating the third week in May 1988 as "National Tourism Week".

Whereas tourism is vital to the United States, contributing to overall economic prosperity, employment, and the international balance of payments; Whereas tourism creates employment opportunities which provide wages and salaries for individuals and tax revenues for Federal, State, and local governments; Whereas the travel and tourism sector of the economy constitutes a large industry in the United States; Whereas tourism promotes personal growth and education and the appreciation of intercultural differences among all people; Whereas tourism enhances international understanding and goodwill; and Whereas as people throughout the world become aware of the outstanding cultural and recreational resources available across the United States, travel and tourism will become an increasingly important aspect of the daily lives of the people of the United States: Now, therefore, be it Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, That the week beginning on the third Sunday in May 1988 is designated as "National Tourism Week". The President is requested to issue a proclamation calling on the people of the United States to observe such week with appropriate ceremonies and activities. Approved December 24, 1987.

LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—H.J. Res. 255 (S.J. Res. 134): CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 133 (1987): Sept. 15, considered and passed House. Oct. 30, S.J. Res. 134 considered and passed Senate. Dec. 18, H.J. Res. 255 considered and passed Senate.

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