Joint resolution to designate October 7, 1979, the Sunday of "Fire Prevention Week" as "Firefighters' Memorial Sunday"; to designate October 14, 1978, as "National Jogging Day"; and to designate and authorize the President to proclaim, February 11, 1979, as "National Inventors' Day".
PL 95-463 (H.J.Res.685), enacted 10/14/1978

92 STAT. 1276 
PUBLIC LAW 95-463—OCT. 14, 1978 
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Oct. 14, 1978 
[H.J. Res. 685] 
Firefighters' 
Memorial 
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authorization. 
National 
Jogging 
Day. 
Designation 
authorization. 
Public Law 95-463 
95th Congress 
Joint Resolution 
To designate October 7, 1979, the Sunday of "Fire Prevention Week" as "Fire-
fighters' Memorial Sunday"; to designate October 14, 1978, as "National 
Jogging Day"; and to designate and authorize the President to proclaim, Febru-
ary 11,1979, as "National Inventors' Day". 
Whereas courageous firefighters have protected the lives and dreams 
of their neighbors from the ravages of fire since the beginning of 
civilization; and 
Whereas many of the courageous firefighters have suffered permanent 
disability and some have made the ultimate expression of love for 
their neighbor by laying down their lives; and 
Whereas numerous churches and many denominations have indicated 
a desire to participate in a designated memorial Sunday honoring 
these consecrated firefighters for their ultimate sacrifices for their 
fellow men; 
Whereas jogging is an excellent form of exercise that provides oppor-
tunities for a graduated program of physical fitness for most indi-
viduals regardless of age, sex, or level of fitness; 
Whereas numerous medical authorities believe that a regular, sensible 
jogging program improves the function of heart, blood vessels, and 
lungs, and serves as an advisable supplement to a weight-reducing 
or weight control program; 
Whereas a positive correlation exists between the development of a fit 
body and the ability to experience an enriched and more satisfying 
life; 
Whereas dvier three hundred thousand persons all across America par-
ticipated in hundreds of fun runs and fitness clinics last year and 
countless other individuals participated in jogging and running as 
a leisure time activity which is beneficial and enjoyable: Now, there-
fore, be it 
Resolved hy the Senate and House of Representatives of tTie United 
States of America in Congress assemhled, That the President of the 
United States is authorized and requested to issue a proclamation 
designating October 7, 1979, the Sunday of "Fire Prevention Week" 
as "Firefighters' Memorial Sunday", and inviting the people of the 
United States to observe such day with appropriate ceremonies and 
activities to commemorate the firefighters who have been disabled or 
killed in the line of duty. 
SEC. 2. The President is authorized and requested to issue a proc-
lamation declaring October 14, 1978, as "National Jogging Day", and 
calling upon the people of the United States and interested groups to 
celebrate such day by embarking upon or containing a program of 
regular exercise, participation in sports and games for fitness and fun. 
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92 STAT. 1277 
SEC. 3. In honor of the important role played by inventors in pro- National 
meting progress in the useful arts and in recognition of the invaluable Inventors' 
contribution of inventors to the welfare of our people, February 11, ^*y-
1979, is hereby designated "National Inventors' Day". The President Designation 
is authorized and requested to issue a proclamation calling upon the ^"* ^^^^ ^^^' 
people of the United States to celebrate such day with appropriate 
ceremonies and activities. 
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Approved October 14, 1978. 
LEGISLATIVE HISTORY: 
HOUSE REPORT No. 95-1376 (Comm. on Post Office and Civil Service). 
CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 124 (1978): 
Sept. 29, considered and passed House. 
Oct. 4, considered and passed Senate, amended. 
Oct. 10, House concurred in Senate amendments.