Encouraging people in the United States to recognize March 2, 2016, as Read Across America Day.

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HRES 622

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Feb 23, 2016

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Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.

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

Honors the 18th 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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