IV 
113TH CONGRESS 
2D SESSION 
H. RES. 719 
Recognizing the 20th anniversary of AmeriCorps on September 12, 2014. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
SEPTEMBER 10, 2014 
Mr. PRICE of North Carolina (for himself and Ms. MATSUI) submitted the fol-
lowing resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Education and 
the Workforce 
RESOLUTION 
Recognizing the 20th anniversary of AmeriCorps on 
September 12, 2014. 
Whereas 
every 
day 
in 
communities 
across 
America, 
AmeriCorps members are making a powerful impact on 
the most critical issues facing our Nation; 
Whereas, on September 12, 2014, the Nation will mark the 
20th anniversary of AmeriCorps with a simultaneous, na-
tionwide swearing-in of a new class of AmeriCorps mem-
bers and recognition events saluting AmeriCorps mem-
bers and alumni for their dedication and impact; 
Whereas AmeriCorps has proven to be a highly effective way 
to engage Americans in solving problems, strengthening 
communities, bolstering the volunteer sector, renewing 
the ethic of service, and expanding economic and edu-
cational opportunity for those who serve; 
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Whereas since 1994, more than 900,000 Americans of all 
ages and backgrounds have joined AmeriCorps, serving 
more than 1 billion hours and improving the lives of 
countless Americans; 
Whereas AmeriCorps members address the most pressing 
challenges facing our Nation: educating students for jobs 
of the 21st century, expanding economic opportunity, ad-
dressing the needs of military families and a new genera-
tion of veterans returning from war, helping communities 
rebuild after natural disasters, promoting health and 
well-being, and preserving the Nation’s parks and public 
lands; 
Whereas national service expands economic opportunity by 
creating more sustainable, resilient communities and pro-
viding experience, career skills, and more than $2.7 bil-
lion in college scholarships for those who serve; 
Whereas AmeriCorps members last year mobilized more than 
4,000,000 community volunteers, helping the organiza-
tions they serve significantly increase their reach and im-
pact; 
Whereas AmeriCorps members serve in more than 25,000 lo-
cations nationwide, bolstering the civic, neighborhood, 
and faith-based organizations that are so vital to our Na-
tion’s well-being; 
Whereas AmeriCorps is a model public-private partnership 
that generates hundreds of millions of dollars of non-
governmental resources each year to strengthen commu-
nity impact and increase return on taxpayer dollars; 
Whereas AmeriCorps, working hand-in-hand with its network 
of Governor-appointed State Service commissions, has de-
veloped an efficient and effective structure for engaging 
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•HRES 719 IH 
Americans in results-driven service that is poised for fur-
ther growth and success in the future; 
Whereas in response to the strong demand from nonprofit or-
ganizations and from individuals who want to serve, 
AmeriCorps has developed innovative and cost-effective 
partnerships with other Federal agencies and the private 
sector that meet critical national needs and expand op-
portunities for Americans to serve their country; and 
Whereas AmeriCorps members demonstrate commitment, 
dedication, and patriotism by making an intensive com-
mitment to service, and after their terms of service re-
main engaged in our communities as volunteers, public 
servants, and civic leaders in disproportionately high lev-
els: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) acknowledges the significant impact and 
value of AmeriCorps members, alumni, and commu-
nity partners over the past 20 years; 
(2) promotes a national effort to salute 
AmeriCorps members and alumni for 20 years of 
service to America; and 
(3) encourages citizens of all ages to find ways 
to give back to their communities and country 
through AmeriCorps and other programs. 
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