The House Wednesday unanimously adopted House Resolution 765 encouraging all citizens of the Commonwealth to observe Earth Day on April 22 introduced by Rep. Ron Miller (R-York), Majority Chair of the House Environmental Resources and Energy Committee. The text of the resolution follows--
A RESOLUTION
Encouraging all citizens of this Commonwealth to observe Earth Day on April 22, 2014.
WHEREAS, April 22, 2014, is the 44th celebration of Earth Day; and
WHEREAS, United States Senator Gaylord Nelson of Wisconsin created the concept of Earth Day to encourage awareness for environmental concerns; and
WHEREAS, It has been estimated that every year millions of Americans participate in Earth Day activities to promote a healthier and cleaner environment; and
WHEREAS, The importance of being good stewards of the environment has become a nearly universal belief held by the people of this country and this Commonwealth; and
WHEREAS, Protecting the environment is good for our health, our economy and the plants and animals that inhabit this planet with us; and
WHEREAS, Earth Day is a day to contribute to the well-being of our planet; and
WHEREAS, Earth Day events and activities are designed to promote environmentally friendly concepts, such as recycling, energy efficiency, utilizing environmentally friendly products and reducing pollution; and
WHEREAS, The global theme for Earth Day 2014 is "Green Cities" with the goal of creating cleaner, healthier and more economically viable urban areas; and
WHEREAS, As we celebrate the 44th anniversary of Earth Day, we encourage greater environmental awareness in our cities and across this Commonwealth; therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives encourage all citizens of this Commonwealth to observe Earth Day on April 22, 2014.
