PRINTER'S NO. 1156
THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF PENNSYLVANIA
SENATE RESOLUTION
No.
175
Session of
2017
INTRODUCED BY MARTIN, AUMENT, ARGALL, EICHELBERGER, BROWNE,
FARNESE, RESCHENTHALER, GREENLEAF, BREWSTER, SABATINA,
RAFFERTY, COSTA AND FOLMER, SEPTEMBER 18, 2017
INTRODUCED AND ADOPTED, SEPTEMBER 18, 2017
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing the week of September 24 through 30, 2017, as
"National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week" in
Pennsylvania.
WHEREAS, The literacy of our residents is essential for the
economic well-being of this Commonwealth and allows residents to
fully participate in the processes of government; and
WHEREAS, Literacy and education are a prerequisite to
individuals achieving the full benefit of opportunities in our
communities; and
WHEREAS, The economy and our position in the global economy
depend on having a literate, skilled population; and
WHEREAS, Parents who read to their children and parents'
education levels have a direct impact on the educational success
of their children; and
WHEREAS, Thirteen percent of adults in this Commonwealth lack
the reading, math or English skills to read a prescription and
follow medical instructions, endangering their lives and the
lives of their loved ones; and
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WHEREAS, Many individuals who are unemployed, underemployed
or receive public assistance lack the literacy skills to obtain
and keep a job with family-sustaining income, continue their
education or participate in job training programs; and
WHEREAS, Many high school dropouts do not have the literacy
skills to complete their education, transition to postsecondary
education or vocational training or become employed; and
WHEREAS, "National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week"
highlights the need for the nation to support efforts to ensure
that all individuals have the necessary literacy skills to
succeed at home, at work and in society; and
WHEREAS, The Senate supports educators and students enrolled
in educational programs throughout this Commonwealth; therefore
be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate recognize the week of September 24
through 30, 2017, as "National Adult Education and Family
Literacy Week" in Pennsylvania and encourage all residents of
this Commonwealth to participate in literacy activities that
support and strengthen family bonds.
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