statistics on the return on investments for after-school
programs in this Commonwealth; and
WHEREAS, It is the responsibility of the General Assembly to
govern this Commonwealth in a manner that aids and assists the
residents of this Commonwealth; and
WHEREAS, After-school programs have the power to aid in that
mission and propel our youth into the future; therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives direct the Joint
State Government Commission to establish an advisory committee
to conduct a study on the return on investments for after-school
programs as they relate to the following outcomes:
(1) the improvement of social, emotional, academic and
career readiness competencies of school-age children
including 21st century skill-building;
(2) the reduction of other negative behaviors such as
violence and crime, adolescent pregnancies, tobacco, alcohol
and substance abuse, disengagement from school, school
suspension and truancy and health-compromising behaviors; and
(3) providing working families with a safe after-school
environment for their children and employment opportunities
in this Commonwealth within the field due to increased
demand;
and be it further
RESOLVED, That the Joint State Government Commission provide
feedback on the feasibility of the Commonwealth investing in
after-school programs and track the impact of after-school
programs in this Commonwealth; and be it further
RESOLVED, That the Joint State Government Commission
establish an advisory committee consisting of:
(1) one police chief;
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