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A resolution designating March 2, 2012, as "Read Across America Day".

Introduced: February 29, 2012 Introduced by: Reed, Jack Democratic · Rhode Island See on congress.gov
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Feb 29, 2012
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1143; text as passed Senate: CR S1143; text of measure as introduced: CR S1150)
Feb 29, 2012
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S1143; text as passed Senate: CR S1143; text of measure as introduced: CR S1150)
Feb 29, 2012
Introduced in Senate
 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

Designates March 2, 2012, as Read Across America Day.

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

Honors the 15th anniversary of Read Across America Day.

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

What's happening now February 29, 2012

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1143; text as passed Senate: CR S1143; text of measure as introduced: CR S1150)