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Designating Patriot Week: Encouraging Study of US History and Founding Principles.

The US Senate supports designating September 11–17, 2024, as Patriot Week to encourage citizens to reflect on the nation's history, founders, and core values like liberty and democracy. This symbolic resolution calls upon schools and institutions to promote historical knowledge and honor the victims of the September 11 attacks. The resolution introduces no new legal or financial obligations, focusing instead on civic education and remembrance.
Key points
Encourages citizens and educational institutions to actively study US history and foundational documents (like the Constitution) to strengthen civic awareness.
Symbolically honors the victims of the September 11, 2001, attacks and emphasizes the importance of national unity and core principles of freedom.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_SRES_810
Sponsor: Sen. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI]
Process start date: 2024-09-11