A resolution designating March 2, 2009, as "Read Across America Day".

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SRES 52

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Feb 23, 2009

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Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consider ...

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Art, artists, authorship Books and print media Commemorative events and holidays Congressional tributes Education Elementary and secondary education Language arts

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(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

Designates March 2, 2009, as Read Across America Day.

Honors Theodor Geisel (Dr. Seuss) for his success in encouraging children to discover the joy of reading.

Honors the 12th anniversary of Read Across America Day.

Encourages parents to read with their children for at least 30 minutes on Read Across America Day.

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Feb 23, 2009

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2381-2382; text as passed Senate: CR S2381-2382; text of measure as introduced: CR S2371)
Feb 23, 2009

Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S2381-2382; text as passed Senate: CR S2381-2382; text of measure as introduced: CR S2371)
Feb 23, 2009

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