Wyoming Reads Day
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Bill Summary - 24LSO-0016 Bill No.: HB0054 Effective: Immediately LSO No.: 24LSO-0016 Enrolled Act No.: HEA No. 0025 Chapter No.: 28 Prime Sponsor: Washut Catch Title: Wyoming Reads Day. Has Report: No Subject: Wyoming Reads Day. Summary/Major Elements: In recognition of the citizens of Wyoming who are dedicated to the importance of early childhood literacy, this act designates the third Tuesday in May as “Wyoming Reads Day.” This act also: Requires Wyoming Reads Day to be appropriately observed in the public schools of the state, by state and local governments and by organizations within the state; Recommends that Wyoming communities hold Wyoming Reads Day celebrations to advance the cause of childhood literacy and encourage early enthusiasm for reading; and Requires the Governor to issue a proclamation each year requesting proper observance of Wyoming Reads Day. The above summary is not an official publication of the Wyoming Legislature and is not an official statement of legislative intent. While the Legislative Service Office endeavored to provide accurate information in this summary, it should not be relied upon as a comprehensive abstract of the bill.
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The lawmaker explains that the bill is a simple measure establishing Wyoming Reads Day and notes that Senate amendments removed individual names of philanthropists to maintain a long-standing tradition.
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The lawmaker supports the bill to recognize John and Sue Jorgenson for their dedication to early childhood literacy by establishing Wyoming Reads Day.
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The amendment removes the names 'John and Sue Jorgensen' from the bill text.