To designate October 19 through 27, 1991 as "National Red Ribbon Week for a Drug-Free America".
PL 102-144 (H.J.Res.340), enacted 10/28/1991

105 STAT. 966 
PUBLIC LAW 102-144—OCT. 28, 1991 
Public Law 102-144 
102d Congress 
Joint Resolution 
Oct. 28, 1991 
To designate October 19 through 27, 1991 as "National Red Ribbon Week for a Drug-
[H.J. Res. 340] 
Free America". 
Whereas alcohol and other drug abuse has reached epidemic propor-
tions and is of major concern to all Americans; 
Whereas alcohol and other drug abuse is a major public health 
threat and is one of the largest causes of preventable disease, 
disability and death in the United States today; 
Whereas illegal drug use is not limited to persons of a particular 
age, gender, or socioeconomic status; 
Whereas the drug problem appears to be insurmountable, but the 
United States has begun to lay the foundation to combat the use 
of illegal drugs; 
Whereas the United States must continue the important strides 
made to combat alcohol and other drug abuse; 
Whereas it has been demonstrated through public opinion polls that 
the American people consider drug abuse one of the most serious 
domestic problems facing the United States and have begun to 
take steps against it; 
Whereas the National Federation of Parents for Drug Free Youth 
has declared October 19-October 27, 1991 as "National Red 
Ribbon Week", has organized the National Red Ribbon Campaign 
to coordinate the week's activities, has established the theme, 
"Neighbors—Drug Free and Proud" for the week, and has called 
for a comprehensive public awareness, prevention, and education 
program involving thousands of parent and community groups 
across the country; 
Whereas the National Red Ribbon Campaign is headed by President 
and Mrs. George Bush and national honorary chairmen; 
Whereas any use of an illegal drug is unacceptable and the illegal 
use of a legal drug cannot be tolerated; and 
Whereas alcohol and other drug abuse destroys lives, spawns crime, 
undermines our economy, and threatens our security as a Nation: 
Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United 
States of America in Congress assembled, That— 
(1) the period of October 19-27, 1991 is designated as 
"National Red Ribbon Week for a Drug Free America"; 
(2) the President is authorized and directed to issue a 
proclamation calling on the people of the United States— 
(A) to observe the week by holding conferences, meetings 
and other activities to support community and alcohol edu-
cation, and with other appropriate activities, events and 
educational campaigns; and 
(B) both during the week and thereafter, to wear and 
display red ribbons to present and symbolize commitment 
to a healthy, drug-free life style, and to develop an attitude 
of intolerance concerning the use of drugs; and 
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105 STAT. 967 
(3) Congress recognizes and commends the hard work and 
dedication of concerned parents, youth, law enforcement offi-
cials, educators, business leaders, religious leaders, private 
sector organizations, and Government leaders in combatting the 
abuse of alcohol and other drugs. 
Approved October 28, 1991. 
LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—H.J. Res. 340: 
CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 137 (1991): 
Oct. 17, considered and passed House. 
Oct. 22, considered and passed Senate.