PROCLAMATION 6349—OCT. 7, 1991 105 STAT. 2717 such as State statutes that require child passenger restraints in motor vehicles. Local initiatives requiring the use of bicycle helmets, fencing around swimming pools, and certain safety standards for playground equipment are also helping to reduce the risk of childhood injury. Of coiu-se, the success of these and other measures requires our vigilance and cooperation as parents and neighbors. If we are to protect the lives and health of our Nation's children, then we must also redouble otir efforts to stop the scourges of child abuse, drunk driving, and other crime, A stable, loving home and a safe, nurturing environment are essential to every youngster's physical wellbeing and emotional development. Government cannot replicate the love and commitment of parents; neither can it fulfill their primary responsibility in caring for their children. However, public officials, parents, and physicians—as well as educators and other concerned Americans—can work together to promote the health and safety of our Nation's youth. Today, let us renew our resolve to do just that. Precious lives depend on it. The Congress, by joint resolution approved May 18, 1928, as amended (36 U.S.C. 143), has called for the designation of the first Monday in October as "Child Health Day" and has authorized and requested the President to issue annually a proclamation in observance of this day. NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE BUSH, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim Monday, October 7, 1991, as Child Health Day. I urge all Americans to join me in renewing our commitment to protecting the lives and health of this Nation's yoiuigest citizens. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this seventh day of October, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and ninety- one, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and sixteenth. GEORGE BUSH Proclamation 6349 of October 7, 1991 National Firefighters Day, 1991 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation When you ask a group of youngsters what each would like to be when he or she grows up, frequently, at least one will reply: "a fireman!" Even though the aspirations of youth often change over time, it is, nonetheless, a very telling answer. Children as well as adults recognize the extraordinary courage of firefighters—and the tremendous importance of their work. On this occasion, Americans of all ages join in paying grateful tribute to the heroic individuals who serve our Nation as professional and volimteer firefighters. The responsibilities of a firefighter often entail considerable personal risk and sacrifice. In addition to enduring what are sometimes long and impredictable hoiu:s—a burden shared by the loved ones who must 49-1Odn - Q9 r>l QD„_tQ
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