[Congressional Bills 103th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S.J. Res. 207 Introduced in Senate (IS)] 103d CONGRESS 2d Session S. J. RES. 207 Designating January 16, 1995, as ``National Good Teen Day''. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 1 (legislative day, June 7), 1994 Mr. Glenn introduced the following joint resolution; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary _______________________________________________________________________ JOINT RESOLUTION Designating January 16, 1995, as ``National Good Teen Day''. Whereas the Salem City Schools in Salem, Ohio, have proclaimed January 16, 1992, as ``Good Teen Day''; Whereas both the Congress and the President have proclaimed January 16, 1993, and January 16, 1994, as ``National Good Teen Day''; Whereas there are more than 24,000,000 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 to society; 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 also for the good which is inherent in all human beings; Whereas teenagers are unique individuals, and should be encouraged to develop the good as well as the potential for growth and future success that is within each of them; Whereas a day should be set aside to focus on the positive qualities of 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, 1995, is designated ``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 that day by recognizing the teenagers of the United States and by participating in appropriate ceremonies and activities. <all>