Page:United States Statutes at Large Volume 106 Part 1.djvu/103

 PUBLIC LAW 102-254—MAR. 11, 1992 106 STAT. 71 Public Law 102-254 102d Congress Joint Resolution To designate March 12, 1992, as "Girl Scouts of the United States of America Mar. 11, 1992 80th Anniversary Day". [H.J. Res. 343] Whereas March 12, 1992, is the 80th anniversary of the establishment of the Girl Scouts of the United States of America; Whereas, on March 16, 1950, the Girl Scouts became the 1st youth organization for girls and young women to be granted a Federal charter; Whereas, through annued reports required by its charter to be submitted to the Congress, the Girl Scouts regularly informs the Congress of its progress; Whereas the programs and activities of the Girl Scouts instill in the girls and young women of the Nation principles that are moral and ethical, and habits, practices, and attitudes that are conducive to good character, citizenship, health, and service to others; and Whereas, by fostering in girls and young women the qualities upon which the strength of the Nation depends, the Girl Scouts has significantly contributed to the advancement of the Nation: Now, therefore, be it Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled. That March 12, 1992, is designated as "Girl Scouts of the United States of America 80th iGiniversary Day", and the President is authorized and requested to issue a proclamation calling on the people of the United States to observe the day with appropriate ceremonies and activities. Approved March 11, 1992. LEGISLATIVEfflSTORY—H.J.Res. 343 (S.J. Res. 210): CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 138 (1992): Feb. 5, considered and passed House. Feb. 27, considered and passed Senate.

�