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PUBLIC LAW 100-286—APR. 7, 1988 Public Law 100-286 100th Congress Joint Resolution

Apr. 7, 1988 [S.J. Res. 223]

To designate the period commencing on April 10, 1988, and ending on April 16, 1988, as "National Productivity Improvement Week".

Whereas the economic stability and growth of this Nation relies largely on the collective industry and endeavor of its working citizens; Whereas the time-honored tradition of American leadership in work-related ingenuity and know-how has brought about great strides in productivity; Whereas growth in productivity in turn improves the standard of living for United States citizens; Whereas public awareness of the economic importance of productivity will promote individual and collective ideas and innovations for productivity improvement; and Whereas a conscientious effort to improve productivity will foster a better standard of living for all citizens and reduce the level of inflation: Now, therefore, be it Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, That, for the purpose of providing for a better understanding of the need for productivity growth and of encouraging the development of methods to improve individual and collective productivity in the public and private sectors, the period commencing on April 10, 1988, and ending on April 16, 1988, is designated as "National Productivity Improvement Week", and the President is authorized and requested to issue a proclamation calling upon the people of the United States to observe such period with appropriate ceremonies and activities. Approved April 7, 1988.

LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—S.J. Res. 223: CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 134 (1988): Feb. 17, considered and passed Senate. Mar. 30, considered and passed House.

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