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PUBLIC LAW 98-350—JULY 9, 1984 Public Law 98-350 98th Congress

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Joint Resolution July 9 1984 ^ ' [H.J. Res. 566]

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Whereas America's neighborhoods contain the ethnic, social, and economic relationships which are fundamental to a strong and diverse nation; Whereas, when the physical structure of a neighborhood deteriorates, its economic and social structures also deteriorate, causing great harm to the homes, businesses, and residents of the neighborhood; Whereas the reversal of such deterioration is essential to the strength of America's families, neighborhoods, and businesses; Whereas, throughout the United States, Neighborhood Housing Services programs, which are partnerships of local residents, business leaders, and government officials, are working to revitalize more than 200 neighborhoods; Whereas Neighborhood Housing Services programs have generated over two billion dollars in reinvestment funds to revitalize America's neighborhoods; and Whereas, to accomplish their aims, such programs utilize primarily local and private resources and the assistance of hundreds of volunteers who contribute countless hours of volunteer work: 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 October 7, 1984, is hereby designated as "National Neighborhood Housing Services Week", and the President is authorized and requested to issue a proclamation calling upon local and State jurisdictions, appropriate Federal agencies, and the people of the United States to observe such week with appropriate ceremonies and activities. Approved July 9, 1984.

LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—H.J. Res. 566:

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CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 130 (1984): June 26, considered and passed House. June 29, considered and passed Senate.

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