[Congressional Bills 108th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H.J. Res. 84 Referred in Senate (RFS)]
2d Session
H. J. RES. 84
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
February 4, 2004
Received
March 25, 2004
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary
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JOINT RESOLUTION
Recognizing the 93d birthday of Ronald Reagan.
Whereas February 6, 2004, is the 93d birthday of Ronald Wilson Reagan;
Whereas Ronald Reagan is the first former President ever to attain the age of
93;
Whereas both Ronald Reagan and his wife Nancy Reagan have distinguished records
of public service to the United States, the American people, and the
international community;
Whereas Ronald Reagan was twice elected by overwhelming margins as President of
the United States;
Whereas Ronald Reagan fulfilled his pledge to help restore ``the great,
confident roar of American progress, growth, and optimism'' and ensure
renewed economic prosperity;
Whereas Ronald Reagan's leadership was instrumental in extending freedom and
democracy around the globe and uniting a world divided by the Cold War;
Whereas Ronald Reagan is loved and admired by millions of Americans, and by
countless others around the world;
Whereas the recent tragic loss of the space shuttle Columbia and her crew remind
us of how, 18 years ago, Ronald Reagan's eloquence helped heal the
Nation after the Challenger disaster;
Whereas Nancy Reagan not only served as a gracious First Lady but also led a
national crusade against illegal drug use;
Whereas, together Ronald and Nancy Reagan dedicated their lives to promoting
national pride and to bettering the quality of life in the United States
and throughout the world; and
Whereas the thoughts and prayers of the Congress and the country are with Ronald
Reagan in his courageous battle with Alzheimer's disease: Now,
therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United
States of America in Congress assembled, That the Congress, on behalf
of the American people, extends its birthday greetings and best wishes
to Ronald Reagan on his 93d birthday.
Passed the House of Representatives February 3, 2004.
Attest:
JEFF TRANDAHL,
Clerk.