| 13 | 13 | | A BILL TO BE ENTITLED 1 |
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| 14 | 14 | | AN ACT DESIGNATING THE FIRST SUNDAY OF JUNE OF EACH YEAR AS 2 |
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| 15 | 15 | | CHILDREN'S DAY IN NORTH CAROLINA. 3 |
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| 16 | 16 | | Whereas, children represent the future and embody the hopes and aspirations of the 4 |
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| 17 | 17 | | people of North Carolina; and 5 |
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| 18 | 18 | | Whereas, investing in the health, education, and well-being of our children is 6 |
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| 19 | 19 | | paramount to ensuring a prosperous and sustainable society; and 7 |
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| 20 | 20 | | Whereas, recognizing the importance of nurturing and protecting our children 8 |
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| 21 | 21 | | encourages communities, families, and organizations to collaborate in creating safe and 9 |
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| 22 | 22 | | supportive environments; and 10 |
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| 23 | 23 | | Whereas, celebrating Children's Day provides an opportunity to acknowledge the 11 |
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| 24 | 24 | | achievements and potential of all children, regardless of their background or circumstances; and 12 |
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| 25 | 25 | | Whereas, such a day serves to raise awareness about the challenges and issues facing 13 |
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| 26 | 26 | | children today, including access to quality education, healthcare, and opportunities for personal 14 |
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| 27 | 27 | | growth; and 15 |
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| 28 | 28 | | Whereas, the State of North Carolina is committed to promoting policies and 16 |
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| 29 | 29 | | initiatives that support the development and well-being of its youngest residents; Now, therefore, 17 |
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| 30 | 30 | | The General Assembly of North Carolina enacts: 18 |
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| 31 | 31 | | SECTION 1. Chapter 103 of the General Statutes is amended by adding a new 19 |
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| 32 | 32 | | section to read: 20 |
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| 33 | 33 | | "ยง 103-19. Day of the child. 21 |
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| 34 | 34 | | The first Sunday of June of each year is designated as Children's Day in North Carolina." 22 |
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| 35 | 35 | | SECTION 2. This act is effective when it becomes law. 23 |
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