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A resolution designating March 2, 2011, as "Read Across America Day".

Introduced: March 1, 2011 Introduced by: Reed, Jack Democratic · Rhode Island See on congress.gov
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Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1075; text as passed Senate: CR S1075; text of measure as introduced: CR S1068)
Mar 1, 2011
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S1075; text as passed Senate: CR S1075; text of measure as introduced: CR S1068)
Mar 1, 2011
Introduced in Senate
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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, 2011, as Read Across America Day.

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

Honors the 14th 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 March 1, 2011

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1075; text as passed Senate: CR S1075; text of measure as introduced: CR S1068)