Rep. Calvert Resolution Recognizing National Child Awareness Month in September Passes House

Dear Friends,

On Wednesday, July 23, 2008, , a resolution which expresses the sense of the U.S. House of Representatives that National Child Awareness Month should be established in the month of September, passed the House under suspension of the rules. I introduced H. Res. 1296 last month.

H. Res. 1296 declares that the House of Representatives supports the designation of a National Child Awareness Month in order to promote awareness of children’s charities and youth-serving organizations across the United States. The resolution recognizes their efforts on behalf of children and youth as a critical contribution to the future of America. National Child Awareness Month is supported by numerous regional and national children’s organizations such as the Make-A-Wish Foundation of America and Big Brothers Big Sisters of America. 

It is only fitting that the month of September is designated to bring awareness to the needs and challenges facing our children. Our future depends on the education, health and development of the future generation and I commend the many organizations and charities dedicated to the well-being of children.  I applaud the House for moving the bill quickly and look forward to working with the Senate to pass a companion resolution.

            I know many of you are parents, or are involved in the life of a child, and I welcome your feedback regarding the challenges facing the youth of our country.

Sincerely,

KEN CALVERT

Member of Congress