THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF PENNSYLVANIA

HOUSE RESOLUTION

INTRODUCED BY BARBIN, READSHAW, GEORGE, CALTAGIRONE, MAHONEY, HORNAMAN AND PERRY, MAY 9, 2012

INTRODUCED AS NONCONTROVERSIAL RESOLUTION UNDER RULE 35, MAY 9, 2012  

A RESOLUTION

Designating May 11, 2012, as "Military Spouse Appreciation Day"

in Pennsylvania.

WHEREAS, In 1969, the Military Wives association was formed

by a small group of wives and widows who gathered to voice their

concerns about inadequate support for military families who had

lost loved ones; and

WHEREAS, In 1984, "Military Spouse Appreciation Day" was

first celebrated when President Ronald Reagan proclaimed the

observance to honor the contributions of military spouses; and

WHEREAS, Military spouses embody the courage, sense of duty

and love of country that inspire every American; and

WHEREAS, Military spouses make tremendous sacrifices,

including enduring long separations, assuming household

responsibilities and caring for children while their loved ones

are away; and

WHEREAS, Military spouses act with patience, selflessness and

compassion while serving as the front line of this country's

conscience to ensure the appropriate care of soldiers returning

from duty with serious conditions, including traumatic brain

injuries and post-traumatic stress disorder; and

WHEREAS, Many military spouses are also volunteers in their

communities who serve the needs of other military families; and

WHEREAS, The nation benefits from the sacrifices of military

families, and is inspired by their courage, strength and

leadership; and

WHEREAS, On "Military Spouses Appreciation Day" and

throughout the year, we honor the commitment military spouses

have made to their loved ones, our country and freedom;

therefore be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives designate May 11,

2012, as "Military Spouse Appreciation Day" in Pennsylvania.