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A resolution designating March 2, 2002, as "Read Across America Day".

Introduced: February 15, 2002 Introduced by: Collins, Susan M. Republican · Maine See on congress.gov
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Feb 27, 2002
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S1260)
Feb 27, 2002
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S1260)
Feb 27, 2002
Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1260)
Feb 27, 2002
Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S1260)
Feb 25, 2002
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S994-995)
Feb 15, 2002
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S908)
Feb 15, 2002
Introduced in Senate
 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service
Designates March 2, 2002, as Read Across America Day.

Honors Theodor Geisel (Dr. Seuss) for his success in encouraging children to discover the joy of reading. Encourages parents to read with their children for at least 30 minutes on Read Across America Day in honor of Dr. Seuss and in celebration of reading.

What's happening now February 27, 2002

Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S1260)

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