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Congressional Research Service
Version 82 · Passed Senate without amendment · Sep 28, 2005
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Recognizes: (1) the health risks associated with childhood obesity; (2) the spirit of Jacob Mock "Jack" Doub and others who have been actively promoting physical activity to combat childhood obesity; and (3) Doub's contribution to encouraging youth to be physically active and fit, especially through bicycling.
Expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day, which is celebrated on the first Saturday in October.
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Sen. Burr, Richard [R-NC] · R–NC
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Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S10623; text as passed Senate: CR S10623; text of measure as introduced: CR S10602-10603)
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S10623; text as passed Senate: CR S10623; text of measure as introduced: CR S10602-10603)
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