S.Res. 335 — Introduced in Senate

III 115th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 335 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES November 16, 2017 Mr. Manchin (for himself and Mr. Grassley) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Designating the week of November 19 through November 25, 2017, during which the holiday of Thanksgiving is observed, as National Family Week. Whereas the family is the basic strength of any free and orderly society; Whereas it is appropriate to honor the family unit as essential to the continued well-being of the United States; and Whereas it is fitting that official recognition be given to the importance of family loyalties and ties: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate— (1) designates the week of November 19 through November 25, 2017, during which the holiday of Thanksgiving is observed, as National Family Week; (2) encourages States and local governments to designate the week of November 19 through November 25, 2017, as National Family Week; and (3) encourages the people of the United States to observe National Family Week with appropriate ceremonies and activities.