A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that October 11, 1998, should be designated as “National Children’s Day”.
Latest action (9 Oct 1998): Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
What this bill does
S.Res. 260 is a simple resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that October 11, 1998, should be designated "National Children's Day." It states that the Senate believes children should be recognized as a valuable national asset, and it calls on the President to issue a proclamation asking Americans to observe the day with appropriate ceremonies and activities. The resolution includes a lengthy preamble describing the importance of family life, parental attention, and community responsibility toward children, but it does not create any new laws, programs, funding, or legal requirements.
Because it is a simple resolution rather than legislation, it does not have the force of law and does not directly regulate or affect any individuals, businesses, or government agencies. Its practical effect is symbolic: it reflects the Senate's collective opinion and requests presidential action in the form of a ceremonial proclamation encouraging public observance.
The resolution was introduced by Senator Bob Graham with many cosponsors, referred to the Senate Judiciary Committee, and reported without amendment. It was agreed to by the full Senate on October 9, 1998, by unanimous consent, with a preamble attached. Because simple resolutions apply only to the Senate and do not require House passage or presidential signature, this action completed the legislative process for S.Res. 260.
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Official summary
Expresses the sense of the Senate that October 11, 1998, should be designated as National Children's Day.
Timeline
9 Oct 1998
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
8 Oct 1998
Committee on Judiciary. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.
Common questions
- What does S.Res. 260 do?
- S.Res. 260 is a simple resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that October 11, 1998, should be designated "National Children's Day." It states that the Senate believes children should be recognized as a valuable national asset, and it calls on the President to issue a proclamation asking Americans to observe the day with appropriate ceremonies and activities. The resolution includes a lengthy preamble describing the importance of family life, parental attention, and community responsibility toward children, but it does not create any new laws, programs, funding, or legal requirements. Because it is a simple resolution rather than legislation, it does not have the force of law and does not directly regulate or affect any individuals, businesses, or government agencies. Its practical effect is symbolic: it reflects the Senate's collective opinion and requests presidential action in the form of a ceremonial proclamation encouraging public observance. The resolution was introduced by Senator Bob Graham with many cosponsors, referred to the Senate Judiciary Committee, and reported without amendment. It was agreed to by the full Senate on October 9, 1998, by unanimous consent, with a preamble attached. Because simple resolutions apply only to the Senate and do not require House passage or presidential signature, this action completed the legislative process for S.Res. 260.
- Has S.Res. 260 become law?
- Yes. S.Res. 260 has been enacted. Status last updated 9 Oct 1998.
- Who sponsored S.Res. 260?
- S.Res. 260 was sponsored by Sen. Bob Graham [D-FL, 1987-2004] (Democrat-FL), with 52 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on S.Res. 260?
- Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (9 Oct 1998).
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