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To direct the Secretary of the Interior to carry out a study and make recommendations to the Congress regarding the feasibility of establishing a Native American cultural center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
PL 102-196 (H.R.3370), enacted 12/09/1991

105 STAT. 1620 
PUBLIC LAW 102-196—DEC. 9, 1991 
Public Law 102-196 
102d Congress 
An Act 
Dec 9 1991 
"^^ direct the Secretary of the Interior to carry out a study and make recommenda-
' 
tions to the Congress regarding the feasibility of establishing a Native American 
[H.R. 3370] 
cultural center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the 
United States of.America in Congress assembled, 
20 use 80q-13 
SECTION 1. STUDY. 
(a) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary of the Interior (hereafter in this 
Act referred to as the "Secretary") shall carry out a comprehensive 
study to— 
(1) determine the feasibility of establishing a cultural center 
in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, for the purpose of showcasing the 
historical culture of the Native American heritage that is a 
jsignificant part of Oklahoma's history; and 
(2) identify potential sites for such center in the Oklahoma 
City area. 
(b) FACTORS CONSIDERED.—In identif5dng potential sites for the 
center under subsection (aX2), the Secretary shall consider— 
(1) the relevance of the site to the tribal history of the Native 
American tribes in Oklahoma; and 
(2) the suitability of the site for attracting the greatest 
number of visitors. 
(c) CONSULTATION.—The study shall be conducted in consultation 
with the Indian tribes and organizations of Oklahoma and appro-
priate agencies of the State of Oklahoma. 
20 use 80q-13 
SEC. 2. REPORT. 
Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this 
Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Congress a report containing 
a detailed statement of the findings and conclusions of the study 
carried out under section 1. Such report shall include— 
(1) recommendations regarding the establishment of such a 
center; and 
(2) a site plan and preliminary design documents for each 
potential site identified by the study. 
PUBLIC LAW 102-196—DEC. 9,1991 
105 STAT. 1621 
SEC. 3. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. 
20 USC 80q-13 
There is authorized to be appropriated not more than $200,000 for 
the purposes of carrying out tMs Act. 
Approved December 9,1991. 
LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—H.R. 3370: 
HOUSE REPORTS: No. 102-353 (Comm. on Interior and Insular Affairs). 
CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 137 (1991): 
Nov. 23, considered and passed House. 
Nov. 25, considered and passed Senate. 
WEEKLY COMPILATION OF PRESIDENTIAL DOCUMENTS, Vol. 27 (1991): 
Dec. 9, Presidential statement.
A joint resolution designating the month of November 1991, as "National Accessible Housing Month".
PL 102-192 (S.J.Res.184), enacted 12/05/1991

105 STAT. 1592 
PUBLIC LAW 102-192—DEC. 5, 1991 
Public Law 102-192 
102d Congress 
Joint Resolution 
Dec. 5, 1991 
[S.J. Res. 184] 
Designating the month of November 1991, as "National Accessible Housing Month". 
Whereas the Congress in the Americans with Disabilities Act of 
1990 found that there are 43,000,000 individuals with disabilities 
in this Nation; 
Whereas 70 percent of all Americans will, at some time in their 
lives, have a temporary or permanent disability that will prevent 
them from climbing stairs; 
Whereas 32,000,000 Americans are currently over age 65 and many 
older citizens acquire vision, hearing, and physical disabilities as 
part of the aging process; 
Whereas many older Americans who acquire a disability are forced 
to leave their homes because the homes are no longer accessible to 
them; 
Whereas 1 out of every 3 persons in the United States will need 
housing that is accessible to the disabled at some point in their 
lives; 
Whereas the need for accessible single-family homes is growing; 
Whereas the need for public information and education in the area 
of accessible single-family homes is increasing; 
Whereas this Nation has placed a high priority on integrating 
Americans with disabilities into our towns and communities; 
Whereas the private sector has helped increase public awareness of 
the need for accessible housing, as exemplified by the national 
public education campaign conducted by the National Easter Seal 
Society and Century 21 Real Estate Corporation, entitled "Easy 
Access Housing for Easier Living"; and 
Whereas increased public awareness of the need for accessible hous-
ing should prompt the participation of civic leaders, and rep-
resentatives and officials of State and local governments, in the 
drive to meet this need: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United 
States of America in Congress assembled, That the month of Novem-
ber 1991, is designated as "National Accessible Housing Month". 
The President is authorized and requested to issue a proclamation 
calling upon the people of the United States to observe the month 
with appropriate programs and activities. 
Approved December 5, 1991. 
LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—S.J. Res. 184: 
CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 137 (1991): 
Oct. 4, considered and passed Senate. 
Nov. 22, considered and passed House. 
59-139 O - 91 (192) 
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Approving the extension of nondiscriminatory treatment with respect to the products of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics.
PL 102-197 (H.J.Res.346), enacted 12/09/1991

105 STAT. 1622 
PUBLIC LAW 102-197—DEC. 9, 1991 
Public Law 102-197 
102d Congress 
Joint Resolution 
Dec. 9, 1991 
Approving the extension of nondiscriminatory treatment with respect to the products 
[H. 
J. Res. 346] 
of the Union of Soviet Sociahst Republics. 
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives 
of the 
^^tp^ ^^^^ 
f/niterf States of America in Congress assembled, That the Congress 
approves the extension of nondiscriminatory treatment to the prod-
ucts of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics transmitted by the 
President to the Congress on October 9,1991. 
Approved December 9, 1991. 
LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—H.J. Res. 346 (S.J. Res. 215): 
HOUSE REPORTS: No. 102-338 (Ck)mm. on Ways and Means). 
CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 137 (1991): 
Nov. 20, considered and passed House. 
Nov. 25, considered and passed Senate.
A joint resolution to authorize and request the President to proclaim 1992 as the "Year of the American Indian".
PL 102-188 (S.J.Res.217), enacted 12/04/1991

105 STAT. 1286 
PUBLIC LAW 102-188—DEC. 4, 1991 
Public Law 102-188 
102d Congress 
Joint Resolution 
Dec. 4, 1991 
To authorize and request the President to proclaim 1992 as the "Year of the 
[S.J. Res. 217] 
American Indian". 
Whereas American Indians are the original inhabitants of the lands 
that now constitute the United States of America; 
Whereas American Indian governments developed the fundamental 
principles of freedom of speech and the separation of powers in 
government, and these principles form the foundation of the 
United States Government today; 
Whereas American Indian societies exhibited a respect for the finite 
quality of natural resources through deep respect for the Earth, 
and such values continue to be widely held today; 
Whereas American Indian people have served with valor in all wars 
that the United States has engaged in, from the Revolutionary 
War to the conflict in the Persian Gulf, often serving in greater 
numbers, proportionately, than the population of the Nation as a 
whole; 
Whereas American Indians have made distinct and important con-
tributions to the United States and the rest of the world in many 
fields, including agriculture, medicine, music, language, and art; 
Whereas it is fitting that American Indians be recognized for their 
individual contributions to American society as artists, sculptors, 
musicians, authors, poets, artisans, scientists, and scholars; 
Whereas the five hundredth anniversary of the arrival of Chris-
topher Columbus to the Western Hemisphere is an especially 
appropriate occasion for the people of the United States to reflect 
on the long history of the original inhabitants of this continent 
and appreciate that the "discoverees" should have as much rec-
ognition as the "discoverer"; 
Whereas the peoples of the world will be refocusing with special 
interest on the significant contributions that American Indians 
have made to society; 
Whereas the Congress believes that such recognition of their con-
tributions will promote self-esteem, pride, and self-awareness in 
American Indians young and old; and 
Whereas 1992 represents the first time that American Indians will 
have been recognized through the commemoration of a year in 
their honor: Now, therefore, be it 
59-139 O - 91 (188) 
PUBLIC LAW 102-188—DEC. 4, 1991 
105 STAT. 1287 
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives 
of the 
United States of America 
in Congress assembled, That 1992 is 
designated as the "Year of the American Indian". The President is 
authorized and requested to issue a proclamation calling upon 
Federal, State, and local governments, interested groups and 
organizations, and the people of the United States to observe the 
year with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities. 
Approved December 4, 1991. 
LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—S.J. Res. 217: 
CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 137 (1991): 
Nov. 1, considered and passed Senate. 
Nov. 22, considered and passed House.
A joint resolution to make a technical correction in Public Law 101-549.
PL 102-187 (S.J.Res.187), enacted 12/04/1991

PUBLIC LAW 102-187—DEC. 4, 1991 
105 STAT. 1285 
Public Law 102-187 
. 
102d Congress 
' 
Joint Resolution 
To make a technical correction in Public Law 101-549. 
Dec. 4, 1991 
[S.J. Res. 187] 
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United 
States of America in Congress assembled, That in section 1120b)(l) of 
the Clean Air Act, as amended by section 301 of Public Law 101-549, 42 USC 7412. 
strike out the term "7783064 Hydrogen sulfide" in the list 
of pollutants. 
Approved December 4, 1991. 
LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—S.J. Res. 187: 
CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 137 (1991): 
Aug. 1, considered and passed Senate. 
Nov. 25, considered and passed House. 
59-139 O - 91 (187)
A bill to amend the Act incorporating the American Legion so as to redefine eligibility for membership therein.
PL 102-179 (S.1568), enacted 12/02/1991

PUBLIC LAW 102-179—DEC. 2, 1991 
105 STAT. 1229 
Public Law 102-179 
102d Congress 
An Act 
To amend the Act incorporating The American Legion so as to redefine eligibility for 
Dec. 2,1991 
membership therein. 
[S. 1568] 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the 
United States of America in Congress assembled, That section 5 of 
the Act entitled "An Act to incorporate The American Legion", 
approved September 16, 1919 (41 Stat. 285; 36 U.S.C. 45), is hereby 
amended to read as follows: 
"SEC. 5. No person shall be a member of this corporation unless 
such person has served in the naval or military services of the 
United States at some time during any of the following periods: 
April 6, 1917, to November 11,1918; December 7,1941, to December 
31, 1946; June 25, 1950, to January 31, 1955; December 22, 1961, to 
May 7,1975; August 24,1982, to July 31,1984; December 20,1989, to 
January 31, 1990; August 2, 1990, to the date of cessation of hos-
tilities, as determined by the United States Government; all dates 
inclusive, or who, being a citizen of the United States at the time of 
entry therein, served in the military or naval service of any govern-
ments associated with the United States during said wars or hos-
tilities: Provided, 
however. That such person shall have an 
honorable discharge or separation from such service or continues to 
serve honorably after any of the aforesaid terminal dates.". 
Approved December 2,1991. 
LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—8. 1568: 
CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 137 (1991): 
July 29, considered and passed Senate. 
Nov. 18, considered and passed House. 
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59-189 O - 91 (179)
To provide for a 6-month extension of the Commission on the Bicentennial of the Constitution.
PL 102-181 (H.R.3728), enacted 12/03/1991

105 STAT. 1232 
PUBLIC LAW 102-181—DEC. 3,1991 
Public Law 102-181 
102d Congress 
An Act 
Dec. 3, 1991 
To provide for a 6-month extension of the Commission on the Bicentennial of the 
[H.R. 3728] 
Constitution. 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the 
United States of America in Congress assembled, 
SECTION 1. 6.MONTH EXTENSION OF COMMISSION. 
Section 7 of the Act entitled "An Act to provide for the establish-
ment of a Commission on the Bicentennial of the Constitution", 
97 Stat. 722. 
approved September 29, 1983 (Public Law 98-101), is amended by 
striking "December 31,1991" and inserting "June 30,1992". 
Approved December 3, 1991. 
LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—H.R. 3728: 
CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 137 (1991): 
Nov. 18, considered and passed House. 
Nov. 21, considered and passed Senate. 
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59-139 O - 91 (181)
To designate January 1 as "National Ellis Island Day".
PL 102-177 (H.J.Res.130), enacted 12/02/1991

105 STAT. 1226 
PUBLIC LAW 102-177—DEC. 2, 1991 
Public Law 102-177 
102d Congress 
Joint Resolution 
Dec. 2, 1991 
[H.J. Res. 130] 
Designating January 1, 1992, as "National Ellis Island Day". 
Whereas the immigrant station at Ellis Island, New York, opened 
on January 1, 1892, admitting 700 immigrants to the United 
States on its 1st day of operation; 
Whereas approximately 17,000,000 immigrants were admitted 
through Ellis Island between 1892 and 1954; 
Whereas Ellis Island was reopened in the fall of 1990 as a historic 
site of interest to tourists; 
Whereas January 1,1992, will mark the centennial of the opening of 
Ellis Island; 
Whereas approximately 40 percent of all people of the United States 
today can trace their heritage to an immigrant ancestor who was 
admitted through Ellis Island; 
Whereas Ellis Island is a reminder of the hope for freedom and 
prosperity that the United States offered to the poor, tired, 
hungry, and downtrodden of the world; 
Whereas the people of the United States should recognize the time, 
commitment, and great efforts of the many dedicated citizens who 
made the refurbishing of Ellis Island the largest historic renova-
tion project in the history of the United States; and 
Whereas the people of the United States have a responsibility to 
maintain awareness of, smd respect for, Ellis Island: Now, there-
fore, be it 
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United 
States of America in Congress assembled. That January 1, 1992, is 
designated as "National Ellis Island Day", and the President is 
authorized and requested to issue a proclamation calling on the 
people of the United States to observe the day with appropriate 
ceremonies and activities. 
Approved December 2, 1991. 
LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—H.J. Res. 130 (S.J. Res. 190): 
CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 137 (1991): 
July 10, considered and passed House. 
Nov. 18, considered and passed Senate.
To designate the week beginning November 24, 1991, and the week beginning November 22, 1992, each as "National Family Caregivers Week".
PL 102-176 (H.J.Res.125), enacted 12/02/1991

105 STAT. 1224 
PUBLIC LAW 102-176—DEC. 2, 1991 
Public Law 102-176 
102d Congress 
Joint Resolution 
Dec. 2, 1991 
To designate the week beginning November 24, 1991, and the week beginning 
[H.J. Res. 125] 
November 22, 1992, each as "National Family Caregivers Week". 
Whereas the number of Americans who are age 65 or older is 
growing dramatically, with an unprecedented increase in the 
number of frail elderly age 85 or older; 
Whereas approximately 5,200,000 older persons have disabilities 
that leave them in need of help with their daily tasks, including 
food preparation, dressing, and bathing; 
Whereas families provide help to older persons with such tasks, in 
addition to providing between 80 and 90 percent of the medical 
care, household maintenance, transportation, and 
shopping 
needed by older persons; 
Whereas 80 percent of disabled elderly persons receive care from 
their family members, most of whom are their wives, daughters, 
and daughters-in-law, who often must sacrifice employment 
opportunities to provide such care; 
Whereas family caregivers are often physically and emotionally 
exhausted from the amount of time and stress involved in 
caregiving activities, and therefore need information about avail-
able community resources for respite care and other support 
services; 
Whereas the contributions of family caregivers help maintain 
strong family ties and assure support among generations; and 
Wheresis there is a need for greater public awareness of and support 
for the care that family caregivers are providing older persons: 
Now, therefore, be it 
59-139 O - 91 (176) 
PUBLIC LAW 102-176—DEC. 2, 1991 
105 STAT. 1225 
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United 
States of America in Congress assembled. That the week beginning 
November 24, 1991, and the week beginning November 22, 1992, are 
each designated "National Family Caregivers Week", and the Presi-
dent is authorized and requested to issue a proclamation calling 
upon the people of the United States to observe such weeks with 
appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities. 
Approved December 2, 1991. 
LEGISLATIVE HISTORY: H.J. Res. 125 (S.J. Res. 99): 
CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 137 (1991): 
Nov. 6, considered and passed House. 
Nov. 23, considered and passed Senate. 
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A joint resolution to designate the period commencing on November 24, 1991, and ending on November 30, 1991, and the period commencing on November 22, 1992, and ending on November 28, 1992, as "National Adoption Week".
PL 102-174 (S.J.Res.207), enacted 11/27/1991

105 STAT. 1220 
PUBLIC LAW 102-174—NOV. 27, 1991 
Public Law 102-174 
102d Congress 
Joint Resolution 
Nov 27 1991 
"
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^ designate the period commencing on November 24,1991, and ending on November 
30, 1991, and the period commencing on November 22, 1992, and ending on 
[S.J. Res. 207] 
November 28,1992, each as "National Adoption Week". 
Whereas Thanksgiving week has been commemorated as "National 
Adoption Week" for the past 13 years; 
Whereas the Congress recognizes that belonging to a secure, loving, 
and permanent family is every child's right; 
Whereas the President of the United States has actively promoted 
the benefits of adoption by implementing a Federal program to 
encourage Federal employees to consider adoption; 
Whereas approximately 36,000 children who may be characterized 
as having special needs such as being of school age, being mem-
bers of a sibling group, being members of a minority group, or 
having physical, mental, and emotional disabilities are now in 
foster care or in institutions financed at public expense and are 
legally free for adoption; 
Whereas public and private barriers inhibiting the placement of 
special needs children must be reviewed and removed where 
possible to assure their adoption; 
Whereas the adoption of institutionalized or foster care children by 
capable parents into permeinent homes would ensure an oppor-
tunity for their continued happiness and long-range well-being; 
Whereas the public and prospective parents must be informed that 
there are children available for adoption; 
Whereas media, agencies, adoptive parent and advocacy groups, 
civic and church groups, businesses, and industries will provide 
publicity and information to heighten community awareness of 
the crucial needs of children available for adoption; and 
Whereas the recognition of Thanksgiving week as "National Adop-
tion Week" is in the best interest of adoptable children and in the 
best interest of the public generally: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the 
United States of America in Congress assembled. That the period 
commencing on November 24, 1991, and ending on November 30, 
1991, and the period commencing on November 22,1992, and ending 
59-139 O - 91 (174) 
PUBLIC LAW 102-174—NOV. 27, 1991 
105 STAT. 1221 
on November 28, 1992, are each designated as "National Adoption 
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 oteerve each week with appropriate ceremonies 
and activities. 
Approved November 27, 1991. 
LEGISLATIVE mSTORY—S.J. Res. 207: 
CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 137 (1991): 
Nov. 4, considered and passed Senate. 
Nov. 22, considered and passed House. 
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Designating November 19, 1991, as "National Philanthropy Day".
PL 102-165 (H.J.Res.140), enacted 11/18/1991

105 STAT. 1070 
PUBLIC LAW 102-165—NOV. 18, 1991 
Public Law 102-165 
102d Congress 
Joint Resolution 
Nov. 18, 1991 
[H.J. Res. 140] 
Designating November 19, 1991, as "National Philanthropy Day". 
Whereas as of 1989 there were more than 800,000 nonprofit philan-
thropic organizations in the United States; 
Whereas such philanthropic organizations employ approximately 
6,000,000 individuals, and use the services of approximately 
4,500,000 volunteers; 
Whereas in 1989 the people of the United States contributed 
approximately $114,000,000,000 to support such philanthropic 
organizations; 
Whereas philanthropic organizations are responsible for enhancing 
the quality of life of people throughout the world; 
Whereas the people of the United States owe a great debt to the 
schools, churches, museums, art and music centers, youth groups, 
hospitals, research institutions, community service institutions, 
and institutions and organizations which aid and comfort dis-
advantaged, sick, or elderly individuals; and 
Whereas the people of the United States should demonstrate grati-
tude and support for philanthropic organizations and for the 
efforts, skills, and resources of individuals who carry out the 
missions of such organizations: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United 
States of America in Congress assembled, That November 19, 1991, is 
designated as "National Philanthropy Day", and 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 November 18, 1991. 
LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—H.J. Res. 140 (S.J. Res. 96): 
CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 137 (1991): 
Oct. 31, considered and passed House. 
Nov. 1, S.J. Res. 96 and H.J. Res. 140 considered and passed Senate.