107 STAT. 1974
PUBLIC LAW 103-164—DEC. 2, 1993
Public Law 103-164
103d Congress
Joint Resolution
Dec. 2, 1993
[H.J. Res. 75]
Designating January 16, 1994, as "National Good Teen Da/'.
Whereas Salem City Schools in Salem, Ohio, have proclaimed January 16, 1992, as "Good Teen Day";
Whereas there are more than twenty-four million teenagers in
the United States according to the 1990 Census;
Whereas our Nation's teenagers represent an important part of
our society, and the many physical and emotional changes and
character-building experiences which teenagers go through are
an important concern;
Whereas it is easy to stereotype teenagers as either those who
have problems or those who excel;
Whereas teenagers should not simply be recognized for their intelligence, abilities, skills and talents, but rather for the good which
is inherent in all human beings;
Whereas as unique individuals, teenagers are encouraged to esteem
the good as well as the potential that is within each of them;
Whereas a day should be created to focus on the positive qualities
in America's youth; and
Whereas teenagers are the future of this great country: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the
United States of America in Congress assembled. That January
16, 1994, is designated as "National Good Teen Day", and the
President is authorized and requested to issue a proclamation calling on the people of the United States to observe such day by
recognizing the teenagers of the United States and by participating
in appropriate ceremonies and activities.
Approved December 2, 1993.
LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—H.J. Res. 75:
CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 139 (1993):
Nov. 8, considered and passed House.
Nov. 19, considered and passed Senate.
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