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PUBLIC LAW 97-153—MAR. 16, 1982 Public Law 97-153 97th Congress Joint Resolution

Mar. 16, 1982 [S.J. Res. 91]

National Peach Month.

To designate July 1982 as "National Peach Month".

Whereas peaches are recognized as the number one summer fruit; Whereas peaches are harvested in our Nation from May until October, with peak supplies occurring nationally in July; Whereas public awareness of the need for a well-balanced diet is becoming increasingly evident; Whereas medical authorities believe that proper nutrition can be a factor in preventing and relieving diseases such as cancer, cardiovascular diseases, and other illnesses; and Whereas peaches, which contain only thirty-eight calories each, are an import^it source of vitamin A, protein, and minerals, such as calcium and iron, and can be a nutritious part of any well-balanced diet: Now, therefore, be it Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled. That the President is authorized and requested to designate July 1982 as "National Peach Month", to call upon the people of the United States to incorporate nutritious peaches into their diets when they are in season, and to call upon interested groups to celebrate th^ month with appropriate programs and activities that will make the benefits of this succulent fruit and of a well-balanced diet known to the consumers of America. Approved March 16, 1982.

LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—S.J. Res. 91: CONGRESSIONAL RECORD: Vol. 127 (1981): June 25, considered and passed Senate. Vol. 128 (1982): Feb. 10, considered and passed House, amended. Mar. 2, Senate concurred in House amendments.

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