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A joint resolution welcoming the Afghan Alliance.
PL 99-354 (S.J.Res.365), enacted 07/02/1986

100 STAT. 756 
PUBLIC LAW 99-354—JULY 2, 1986 
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Whereas more than one hundred and twenty thousand Soviet troops 
currently remain in Afghanistan as a result of their illegal inva-
sion in December of 1979; 
Whereas these forces have decimated the nation of Afghanistan 
directly causing: the largest refugee population in the world, with 
three million Afghans living in exile in Pakistan; over one million 
war-related casualties; the internal displacement of hundreds of 
thousands of Afghans; and deprivation and suffering for the 
majority of Afghanistan's population; 
Whereas the most recent United Nations Human Rights Commis-
sion report concludes that the continuation of a military solution 
in Afghanistan will "lead inevitably to a situation approaching 
genocide"; 
Whereas the international community has repeatedly condemned 
the continued Soviet occupation of Afghanistan and has in seven 
resolutions approved by the United Nations General Assembly 
called for "the immediate withdrawal of foreign troops from 
Afghanistan"; 
Whereas the Afghan Mujahideen have valiantly resisted the Soviet 
forces for more than six years, and have inspired freedom loving 
people 
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world 
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courage 
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determination; 
Whereas on May 16, 1985, the Afghan resistance took an historic 
step by forming the Islamic Unity of Afghan Mujahideen, rep-
resenting a unified coalition of the major Afghan organizations 
dedicated to ending the Soviet occupation; 
Whereas during the week of June 15, 1986, the current spokesman 
of this alliance will travel to the United States on behalf of the 
Afghan people to meet with the President and senior American 
officials: Now, therefore, be it 
PUBLIC LAW 99-354—JULY 2, 1986 
100 STAT. 757 
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United 
States of America in Congress assembled, That the United States— 
(1) reaffirms its support for the valiant struggle of the Afghan 
people; and 
(2) welcomes the delegation of the Islamic Unity of Afghan 
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Mujahideen led by Spokesman Burhanuddin Rabbani on the 
occasion of his first official visit to the United States of 
America. 
Approved July 2, 1986. 
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LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—S.J. Res. 365: 
CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 132 (1986): 
June 18, considered and passed Senate. 
June 24, considered and passed House.
A joint resolution to designate July 6, 1986, as "National Air Traffic Control Day".
PL 99-355 (S.J.Res.188), enacted 07/03/1986

100 STAT. 758 
PUBLIC LAW 99-355—JULY 3, 1986 
Public Law 99-355 
99th Congress 
Joint Resolution 
July 3, 1986 
[S.J. Res. 188] 
To designate July 6,1986, "National Air Traffic Control Day". 
Whereas July 6, 1986, marks the fiftieth anniversary of the 
establishment, by the United States Bureau of Air Commerce, of 
an airways traffic control system to assure adequate spacing 
between airplanes flying along established air routes and to pre-
vent congestion at airports; 
Whereas the volume of traffic using the United States Airspace 
System has increased one hundred eighty-fold from two hundred 
ninety-four thousand five hundred twenty-eight en route flight 
movements in 1938, to fifty-three million three hundred twenty 
thousand nine hundred thirty-one total air route traffic move-
ments in 1983; 
Whereas the safety, efficiency, and technical sophistication of the 
United States National Airspace System is now unparalleled in 
the world, and the preeminence of the United States in pioneering 
the technology of air traffic control is universally recognized, and 
emulated, by other nations throughout the world; 
Whereas this Nation's civil and military air traffic control personnel 
daily guide unprecedented volumes of traffic safely and efficiently 
through the National Airspace System; and 
Whereas in order to increase public awareness of the excellence and 
preeminence of the United States National Airspace System, and 
because the people of the United States desire to express their 
gratitude and respect to the pioneers of the technology of air 
traffic control, and the air traffic control personnel—past and 
present—who have dedicated their lives and careers to develop-
ment, safety, and efficiency of the National Airspace System: 
Now, therefore, be it 
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PUBLIC LAW 99-355—JULY 3, 1986 
100 STAT. 759 
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United 
States of America in Congress assembled, That July 6, 1986, is 
designated £is "National Air Traffic Control Day". The President is 
requested to issue a proclamation calling upon the people of the 
United States and upon interested associations and organizations to 
observe such a day with appropriate ceremonies and activities. 
Approved July 8, 1986. 
LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—S.J. Res. 188: 
CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 132 (1986): 
Apr. 11, considered and passed Senate. 
June 19, considered and passed House.
A joint resolution to designate July 4, 1986, as "National Immigrants Day".
PL 99-353 (S.J.Res.290), enacted 07/02/1986

PUBLIC LAW 99-353—JULY 2, 1986 
100 STAT. 755 
Public Law 99-353 
99th Congress 
Joint Resolution 
July 2, 1986 
To designate July 4,1986, as National Immigrants Day . 
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Whereas on July 4, 1986, the restored Statue of Liberty will be 
unveiled at the centennial celebration of the erection and dedica-
tion of the Statue; 
Whereas the Statue of Liberty has been the symbol of freedom, 
hope, and opportunity for millions of immigrants over the past 
100 years; 
Whereas the Statue of Liberty serves as a reminder to all that the 
United States is a Nation of immigrants, a Nation of nations; 
Whereas the Statue of Liberty is a lasting memorial to the im-
migrants who have made America great; 
Whereas millions of immigrants settled throughout the vast terri-
tory of the United States, and supported the ideals of independ-
ence and liberty; 
Whereas the torch held by the Statue of Liberty serves as a beacon 
of freedom that lives in the soul of every Americsin; and 
Whereas it is only fitting that when the torch is relit also be a time 
to honor the immigrants welcomed by the burning torch of the 
Lady of Liberty to a land of freedom where any dream was and is 
achievable: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United 
States of America in Congress assembled, That July 4, 1986, the 
centennial celebration of the Statue of Liberty, is designated as 
"National Immigrants Day", and the President is authorized and 
requested to issue a proclamation encouraging the people of the 
United States to join the President and the Congress in observance 
of National Immigrants Day with appropriate programs, cere-
monies, and activities. 
Approved July 2, 1986. 
LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—S.J. Res. 290: 
CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 132 (1986): 
June 16, considered and passed Senate. 
June 19, considered and passed House.
A joint resolution to designate July 3, 1986, as "Let Freedom Ring Day", and to request the President to issue a proclamation encouraging the people of the United States to ring bells on such day immediately following the relighting of the torch of the Statue of Liberty.
PL 99-352 (H.J.Res.664), enacted 07/02/1986

100 STAT. 754 
i PUBLIC LAW 99-352—JULY 2, 1986 
Public Law 99-352 
99th Congress 
Joint Resolution 
July 2 1986 
'^° '^^s^Snate July 3, 1986, as "Let Freedom Ring Day", and to request the President 
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to issue a proclamation encouraging the people of the United States to ring bells on 
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gygjj ^j^y immediately following the relighting of the torch of the Statue of Liberty. 
Whereas the United States has, for over two hundred years, stood 
for Hberty, justice, freedom, and opportunity; 
Whereas the Statue of Liberty has, for one hundred years, symbol-
ized the freedoms and liberties that we as a Nation so deeply 
cherish; 
Whereas Liberty Weekend, a division of the Statue of Liberty-Ellis 
Island Foundation, has requested that individuals and groups 
across the United States ring bells on July 3, 1986, immediately 
following the relighting of the torch of the Statue of Liberty in 
New York City; and 
Whereas such ringing of bells across the United States in conjunc-
tion with the celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Statue of 
Liberty should inspire all Americans to honor our Nation's herit-
age: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United 
States of America in Congress assembled, That July 3, 1986, is 
designated as "Let Freedom Ring Day". The President is requested 
to issue a proclamation encouraging the people of the United States 
to ring bells immediately following the relighting of the torch of the 
Statue of Liberty which is scheduled to occur at approximately 10:53 
p.m. on such day. 
Approved July 2, 1986. 
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LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—H.J. Res. 664: 
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CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 132 (1986): 
June 26, considered and passed House and Senate.
A joint resolution to designate July 2, 1986, as "National Literacy Day".
PL 99-351 (H.J.Res.429), enacted 07/02/1986

100 STAT. 752 
PUBLIC LAW 99-351—JULY 2, 1986 
Public Law 99-351 
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"^^ designate July 2,1986, as "National Literacy Day". 
Whereas literacy is a necessary tool for survival in our society; 
Whereas 35 million Americans today read at a level which is less 
than necessary for full survival needs; 
Whereas there are 25 million adults in the United States who 
cannot read, whose resources are left untapped, and who are 
unable to offer their full contribution to society; 
Whereas the annual cost of illiteracy to society has been estimated 
at $6,000,000,000; 
Whereas there is a direct correlation between the number of illit-
erate adults unable to perform at the standard necessary for 
available employment and the money allocated to child welfare 
cost and unemployment compensation; 
Whereas, although the largest number of adult illiterates is com-
prised of whites, in proportion to population size in percentages 
the number is higher for blacks and Hispanics, resulting in more 
economic and social discrimination problems; 
Whereas the prison population represents the single highest con-
centration of adult illiteracy; 
Whereas 1,000,000 children between the ages of 12 and 17 cannot 
read above a 3rd grade level and 15 percent of recent graduates of 
urban high schools read at less than a 6th grade level; 
Whereas 85 percent of the juveniles who appear in criminal court 
are functionally illiterate; 
Whereas the 47 percent illiteracy rate among black youths is ex-
pected to increase to 50 percent by 1990; 
Whereas one-half of the heads of households cannot read past the 
8th grade level and one-third of mothers on welfare are function-
ally illiterate; 
Whereas the Federal, State, municipal, and private literacy pro-
grams have only been able to reach 4 percent of the total illiterate 
population; 
Whereas it is vital to call attention to the problem of illiteracy, to 
help others understand the severity of this problem and its det-
rimental effects on our society, and to reach those who are 
unaware of the free service and help available for illiteracy: Now, 
therefore, be it 
PUBLIC LAW 99-351—JULY 2, 1986 
100 STAT. 753 
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United 
States of America in Congress assembled, That July 2, 1986, is 
designated as "National Literacy Day". The President is authorized 
and requested to issue a proclamation calling upon the people of the 
United States to observe such day with appropriate ceremonies and 
activities. 
Approved July 2, 1986. 
LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—H.J. Res. 429 (S.J. Res. 363): 
CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 132 (1986): 
June 19, considered and passed House. 
June 20, S.J. Res. 363 considered and passed Senate. 
June 26, H.J. Res. 429 considered and passed Senate.
A joint resolution to designate the week beginning July 27, 1986, as "National Nuclear Medicine Week".
PL 99-350 (H.J.Res.297), enacted 07/02/1986

PUBLIC LAW 99-350—JULY 2, 1986 
100 STAT. 751 
Public Law 99-350 
99th Congress 
Joint Resolution 
To designate the week beginning July 27,1986, as "National Nuclear Medicine 
July 2, 1986 
Week". 
[H.J. Res. 297] 
Whereas professionals in the field of nuclear medicine contribute 
significantly to the diagnosis and treatment of patients in the 
United States; 
Whereas nuclear medicine is a safe and cost-effective t5rpe of medi-
cal care; 
Whereas the techniques of nuclear medicine are used to diagnose 
and treat many different diseases; 
Whereas the techniques of nuclear medicine are used in a variety of 
scientific research activities; and 
Whereas it is appropriate to recognize the value of nuclear medicine 
and the contributions of professionals in the field of nuclear 
medicine: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United 
States of America in Congress assembled, That the week beginning 
July 27, 1986, hereby is designated "National Nuclear Medicine 
Week", and the President of the United States is authorized and 
requested to issue a proclamation calling upon the people of the 
United States to observe such week with appropriate ceremonies 
and activities. 
Approved July 2, 1986. 
LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—H.J. Res. 297: 
CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 132 (1986): 
Apr. 30, considered and passed House. 
June 20, considered and passed Senate.
A joint resolution to provide for the temporary extension of certain programs relating to housing and community development, and for other purposes.
PL 99-345 (H.J.Res.652), enacted 06/24/1986

PUBLIC LAW 99-345—JUNE 24, 1986 
100 STAT. 673 
Public Law 99-345 
99th Congress 
Joint Resolution 
To provide for the temporary extension of certain programs relating to housing and 
June 24, 1986 
community development, and for other purposes. 
[H.J. Res. 652] 
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United 
States of America in Congress assembled, 
SECTION 1. Each provision of law amended by PubUc Law 99-289, Ante, p. 412. 
is amended by striking out "June 6, 1986" wherever it appears and 
inserting in heu thereof "September 30,1986". 
SEC. 2. The applicable limitation on additional commitments to Loans, 
insure mortgages and loans to carry out the purposes of the Na- 12 USC 1721 
tional Housing Act during fiscal year 1986 is increased by an f^^rc.f. .r^^-i 
additional $9,500,000,000 of mortgage and loan principal. 
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Approved June 24, 1986. 
LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—H.J. Res. 652: 
CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 132 (1986): 
June 12, considered and passed House. 
June 18, considered and passed Senate, amended. 
June 19, House concurred in Senate amendment with amendment. 
June 23, Senate concurred in House amendment with amendment. 
June 24, House concurred in Senate amendment. 
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A joint resolution to designate June 21, 1986, as "National Save American Industry and Jobs Day".
PL 99-347 (S.J.Res.346), enacted 06/30/1986

100 STAT. 680 
PUBLIC LAW 99-347—JUNE 30, 1986 
Public Law 99-347 
99th Congress 
Joint Resolution 
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[S.J. Res. 346] 
To designate June 21,1986, as "National Save American Industry and Jobs Day". 
Whereas the United States has been a model of economic strength 
throughout history; 
Whereas the manufacturing industries of the United States have 
grown continuously, have created a high standard of living for 
Americans, and now generate more than $1,500,000,000,000 of the 
annual gross national product of the United States; 
Whereas the manufacturing industries of the United States have 
excelled in meeting the needs of consumers in the Nation and 
have responded to the needs of the United States and its allies 
during periods of armed conflict; 
Whereas the United States maintains a policy of allowing the 
products of foreign industry to be sold in the United States with 
few restrictions; 
Whereas such policy has helped to improve the economies of many 
foreign nations, particularly the economies of underdeveloped 
foreign nations; 
Whereas, in many cases, the retail price of imported goods is 
artificially low due to subsidies by foreign governments; 
Whereas the purchase of imported goods by consumers in the 
United States is having a detrimental effect on the manufacturing 
industries of the United States; 
Whereas the officers of many manufacturing companies in the 
United States are restructuring their companies at a rapid rate 
because of reduced demand for many of the products manufac-
tured in the United States; 
Whereas such restructuring has included the closing of many plants 
and the resulting loss of many jobs; 
Whereas more than 8,500,000 workers in the United States are 
unemployed, sales of products manufactured in the United States 
are generally not increasing, and the rate of pay for workers who 
continue to be employed has become depressed; 
Whereas consumers in the United States should become aware of 
the origin of the goods such consumers purchase and the effect of 
buying imported goods on the manufacturing industries of the 
United States; and 
Whereas the accomplishments and needs of the manufacturing 
industries of the United States and all employees of such indus-
tries should be recognized: Now, therefore, be it 
PUBLIC LAW 99-347—JUNE 30, 1986 
100 STAT. 681 
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United 
States of America in Congress assembled, That June 21, 1986, is 
designated "National Save American Industry and Jobs Day", and 
the President of the United States is authorized and requested to 
issue a proclamation calling upon the people of the United States to 
observe such day with appropriate ceremonies and activities. 
Approved June 30, 1986. 
LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—S.J. Res. 346: 
CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 132 (1986): 
June 10, considered and passed Senate. 
June 19, considered and passed House.
A joint resolution to provide for the designation of September 19, 1986, as "National P.O.W./M.I.A. Recognition Day".
PL 99-340 (S.J.Res.220), enacted 06/19/1986

100 STAT. 668 
PUBLIC LAW 99-340—JUNE 19, 1986 
Public Law 99-340 
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Joint Resolution 
June 19, 1986 
To provide for the designation of September 19, 1986, as "National P.O.W./M.I.A. 
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Recognition Day". 
Whereas the United States has fought in many wars; 
Whereas thousands of Americans who served in such wars were 
captured by the enemy or are missing in action; 
Whereas many American prisoners of war were subjected to brutal 
and inhuman treatment by their enemy captors in violation of 
international codes and customs for the treatment of prisoners of 
war and many such prisoners of war died from such treatment; 
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Whereas many Americans are still listed as missing and unac-
counted for and the uncertainty surrounding their fate has caused 
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their families to suffer acute hardship; and 
Whereas the sacrifices of American prisoners of war and Americans 
missing in action and their families are deserving of national 
recognition: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United 
States of America in Congress assembled. That September 19, 1986, 
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shall be designated as "National P.O.W./M.I.A. Recognition Day", 
and the President of the United States is authorized and requested 
to issue a proclamation calling upon the people of the United States 
to commemorate such day with appropriate activities. 
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Approved June 19, 1986. 
LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—S.J. Res. 220: 
CONGRESSIONAL RECORD: 
Vol. 131 (1985): Dec. 6, considered and passed Senate. 
Vol. 132 (1986): June 11, considered and passed House.
A joint resolution to designate October 1986 as "National Down Syndrome Month".
PL 99-344 (S.J.Res.321), enacted 06/23/1986

100 STAT. 672 
PUBLIC LAW 99-344—JUNE 23, 1986 
Public Law 99-344 
99th Congress 
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Joint Resolution 
June 23, 1986 
[S.J. Res. 321] 
To designate October 1986 as "National Down Syndrome Month". 
Whereas the past decade has brought a greater and more enlight-
ened attitude in the care and training of the developmentally 
disabled; 
Whereas one such condition which has undergone considerable 
reevaluation is that of Down syndrome—a problem which, just a 
short time ago, was often stigmatized as a mentally retarded 
condition which relegated its victims to lives of passivity in 
institutions and back rooms; 
Whereas, through the efforts of concerned physicians, teachers and 
parent groups such as the National Down Syndrome Congress, 
programs are being put in place to educate new parents of babies 
with Down syndrome; to develop special education classes within 
mainstreamed programs in schools; the provisions for vocational 
> training in preparation for competitive employment in the work 
force and to prepare young adults with Down syndrome for 
independent living in the community; 
Whereas the cost of such services designed to help individuals with 
Down syndrome move into their rightful place in our society is but 
a tiny fraction of the cost of institutionalization; 
Whereas along with this improvement in educational opportunities 
for those with Down syndrome is the advancement in medical 
science which is adding to a more brightened outlook for individ-
uals born with this chromosomal configuration; and 
Whereas public awareness and acceptance of the capabilities of 
children with Down syndrome can greatly facilitate their being 
mainstreamed in our society: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives 
of the 
United States of America in Congress assembled, That October 1986 
is designated as "National Down Syndrome Month" and that the 
President of the United States is authorized and requested to issue a 
proclamation calling upon the people of the United States to observe 
the designated month with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and 
activities. 
Approved June 28, 1986. 
LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—S.J. Res. 321: 
CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 132 (1986): 
Apr. 22, considered and passed Senate. 
June 11, considered and passed House.
A joint resolution to designate October 8, 1986, as "National Fire Fighters Day".
PL 99-343 (H.J.Res.479), enacted 06/23/1986

PUBLIC LAW 99-343—JUNE 23, 1986 
100 STAT. 671 
Public Law 99-343 
99th Congress 
Joint Resolution 
To designate October 8,1986, as "National Fire Fighters Day". 
Whereas there are over 2,000,000 professional and volunteer fire 
fighters in the United States; 
Whereas fire fighters responded to over 2,300,000 fires and over 
8,700,000 non-fire emergencies in 1984; 
Whereas fire fighters have given their lives and risked injury to 
preserve the lives of others and protect our Nation's property; 
Whereas the contributions and sacrifices of our valiant fire fighters 
often go unreported and are inadequately recognized by the 
public; and 
Whereas fire fighters' work deserves the attention and gratitude of 
all Americans: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United 
States of America in Congress assembled, That October 8, 1986, is 
designated as "National Fire Fighters Day". The President is au-
thorized and requested to issue a proclamation calling upon the 
people of the United States to observe such day with appropriate 
ceremonies and activities. 
Approved June 23, 1986. 
June 23, 1986 
[H.J. Res. 479] 
LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—H.J. Res. 479: 
CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 132 (1986): 
May 22, considered and peissed House. 
June 10, considered and passed Senate.