The House Wednesday unanimously adopted House Resolution 765 encouraging all citizens of the Commonwealth to observe Earth Day on April 22 introduced by Rep. Ron Miller (R-York), Majority Chair of the House Environmental Resources and Energy Committee.

The text of the resolution follows--

A RESOLUTION

Encouraging all citizens of this Commonwealth to observe Earth Day on April 22, 2014.

WHEREAS, April 22, 2014, is the 44th celebration of Earth Day; and

WHEREAS, United States Senator Gaylord Nelson of Wisconsin created the concept of Earth Day to encourage awareness for environmental concerns; and

WHEREAS, It has been estimated that every year millions of Americans participate in Earth Day activities to promote a healthier and cleaner environment; and

WHEREAS, The importance of being good stewards of the environment has become a nearly universal belief held by the people of this country and this Commonwealth; and

WHEREAS, Protecting the environment is good for our health, our economy and the plants and animals that inhabit this planet with us; and

WHEREAS, Earth Day is a day to contribute to the well-being of our planet; and

WHEREAS, Earth Day events and activities are designed to promote environmentally friendly concepts, such as recycling, energy efficiency, utilizing environmentally friendly products and reducing pollution; and

WHEREAS, The global theme for Earth Day 2014 is "Green Cities" with the goal of creating cleaner, healthier and more economically viable urban areas; and

WHEREAS, As we celebrate the 44th anniversary of Earth Day, we encourage greater environmental awareness in our cities and across this Commonwealth; therefore be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives encourage all citizens of this Commonwealth to observe Earth Day on April 22, 2014.

For Earth Day activities you can get involved in, visit DEP’s Earth Day Central webpage or volunteer for a Great American Cleanup of PA cleanup event.

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4/14/2014