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2003 - 2004 LEGISLATURE
March 13, 2003 - Introduced by Representatives Hines, Ladwig, Kerkman,
Gronemus, Berceau, J. Lehman, Gunderson, Krug, Krawczyk, Kestell,
Petrowski, Kreibich, Ott, Olsen, Stone, Kreuser, Van Roy, Owens, Bies,
Vrakas, Coggs, Wasserman and Lothian, cosponsored by Senators Roessler,
Risser, Robson, Kanavas, Brown, Darling and Breske. Referred to Committee
on Rules.
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1Relating to: declaring March Red Cross Month.
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Whereas, the mission of the American Red Cross is more relevant than ever as
3we confront a changing world full of unique challenges and resolve to be better
4prepared in the event of disaster in our state; and
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Whereas, in a collaborative effort with the federal, state, and local governments
6and other members of the emergency planning community, the Red Cross and its
7partners are better able to serve our local communities, state, and nation; and
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Whereas, through its Together We Prepare initiative, the Red Cross is leading
9the way in empowering individuals and families to protect themselves with three
10simple emergency action steps — make a plan, build a kit, and get trained; and
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Whereas, for more than 121 years, the American Red Cross has honored its
12mission to provide relief to victims of disasters while helping people prevent, prepare
13for, and respond to emergencies; and
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1Whereas, Wisconsin residents who need blood, who are victims of disaster, or
2who are the recipients of a broad spectrum of community services rely on the
3American Red Cross every day; and
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Whereas, compassionate and caring people in our state who want to make a
5difference channel their support through the American Red Cross; now, therefore, be
6it
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7Resolved by the assembly, the senate concurring, That the members of the
8Wisconsin legislature do proclaim the month of March 2003 as Red Cross Month in
9the state of Wisconsin, and commend this observance to all citizens; and, be it further
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10Resolved, That as
we celebrate American Red Cross Month, the members of
11the legislature call upon all our citizens to become partners in preparedness with
12their local Red Cross chapters and to become active participants in advancing the
13noble mission of the Red Cross; and, be it further
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14Resolved, That the assembly chief clerk shall provide a copy of this joint
15resolution to the American Red Cross.
