National Gemstone Act

WRITTEN BY Senator Marianne Williamson (I-MA)
----102nd Congress of the United States
COSPONSORS
Senator E. Bunny (CDU-WY), Senator Kit Harrison (CDU-OH), Representative Jenna Anderson (LC-AK), Ms. Victoria Neuman (CDU-DE),  Representative Earl Rockefeller (LC-NY-3), Ms. Lori Greiner (I-IL)
== Section 1. Name of Bill ==
This bill shall be known as the National Gemstone Act of 1991
== Section 2. Findings and Definitions ==
FINDINGS
# Whereas, the United States recognizes the importance of promoting cultural heritage and appreciating the natural beauty of gemstones found within its borders.
# Whereas, the amethyst is widely known for its stunning purple hues and occurrence in various regions of the United States.
# Whereas, the amethyst symbolizes qualities such as clarity, spirituality, and healing, reflecting the rich cultural and natural heritage of the nation.
DEFINITIONS
For the purposes of this act:
# "Amethyst" refers to the violet to purple variety of quartz, characterized by its distinct coloration and crystal structure.
# "Department of the Interior" refers to the executive department responsible for the management and conservation of natural and cultural resources within the United States.
== Section 3: Enactment ==
# The amethyst is hereby designated as the official national gemstone of the United States.
# The provisions of this act shall take effect immediately upon its enactment.
== Section 4: What Amethysts Represent to America ==
# The amethyst, as the national gemstone, represents the cultural heritage, natural beauty, and geological diversity found within the United States.
# The amethyst is recognized for its symbolic qualities of clarity, spirituality, and healing, which align with the values cherished by the American people.
== Section 5. Funding ==
# The Department of the Interior shall allocate existing resources or seek appropriations from Congress as necessary to implement the provisions of this act.
# Grants and financial incentives may be made available to organizations, businesses, and artisans engaged in the promotion, research, extraction, cutting, manufacturing, and utilization of amethyst-based products and initiatives.
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