S.Res. 79 · 115th Congress

A resolution designating March 2, 2017, as "Read Across America Day".

Stage
Passed chamber resolution
Introduced
2017-03-02
Latest action
2017-03-02 · Introduced in Senate

Summary

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

Designates March 2, 2017, as Read Across America Day.

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

Honors the 20th anniversary of Read Across America Day.

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