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Senate Resolution 31 History
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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 31
(By Senators Sprouse, Jenkins, Rowe, Caldwell and Unger)
Designating the month of March as "American Red Cross Month".
Whereas, Founded in 1881 and chartered by Congress in 1905,
the American Red Cross acts in times of need in this country and
around the world; and
Whereas, The American Red Cross is one of the most recognized
humanitarian organizations and provides compassionate care to those
who suffer disasters; and
Whereas, American Red Cross volunteers provided food,
clothing, shelter and mental health support to victims of nearly
742 disasters in recent years; and
Whereas, Nearly 67,000 people in West Virginia have been
trained by the American Red Cross in CPR, first aid, lifeguard
techniques, water safety and HIV/AIDS education; and
Whereas, Recruitment of West Virginians by the American Red
Cross is continuous in seeking blood donations and blood products
for critical medical treatments in our state; and
Whereas, The generosity of contributions of time and money by
the American people help the American Red Cross restore vital
services to families in times of need; therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate:
That the Senate hereby designates the month of March as "American Red Cross Month"; and, be it
Further Resolved, That the Senate hereby recognizes the
American Red Cross for its contributions to this state, the United
States and the world; and, be it
Further Resolved, That the Clerk is hereby directed to forward
a copy of this resolution to the appropriate representatives of the
American Red Cross.