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Bill108th CongressFiled Feb 27, 2004Commemorations
S.Res. 306

A resolution designating March 2, 2004, as "Read Across America Day".

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What it doesSummary passed senate without amendment (Mar 1, 2004)

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

Designates March 2, 2004 as Read Across America Day. Honors Theodor Geisel, also known as Dr. Seuss, for his success in encouraging children to read. Encourages parents to read with their children for at least 30 minutes on Read Across America Day. Requests that the President issue a proclamation calling on the people of the United States to observe the day with appropriate ceremonies and activities.

What just happenedMar 1, 2004

Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text as passed Senate: CR S1936)

Who’s behind it

Sen. Collins, Susan M. [R-ME](R-ME)Sponsor
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  1. Mar 1, 2004Floor

    Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text as passed Senate: CR S1936)

  2. Mar 1, 2004Floor17000

    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(text as passed Senate: CR S1936)

  3. Mar 1, 2004Discharge

    Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1936)

    Judiciary Committee
  4. Mar 1, 2004Committee14500

    Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S1936)

    Judiciary Committee
  5. Feb 27, 2004IntroReferral

    Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1896)

    Judiciary Committee
  6. Feb 27, 2004IntroReferral10000

    Introduced in Senate

Passed Senate without amendmentMar 1, 200482

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

Designates March 2, 2004 as Read Across America Day. Honors Theodor Geisel, also known as Dr. Seuss, for his success in encouraging children to read. Encourages parents to read with their children for at least 30 minutes on Read Across America Day. Requests that the President issue a proclamation calling on the people of the United States to observe the day with appropriate ceremonies and activities.

Introduced in SenateFeb 27, 200400

Designates March 2, 2004 as Read Across America Day. Honors Theodor Geisel, also known as Dr. Seuss, for his success in encouraging children to read. Encourages parents to read with their children for at least 30 minutes on Read Across America Day. Requests that the President issue a proclamation calling on the people of the United States to observe the day with appropriate ceremonies and activities.