Bill Text: VA SJR120 | 2018 | Regular Session | Introduced
Bill Title: Commending the Virginia Alliance of Boys & Girls Clubs.
Spectrum: Slight Partisan Bill (Democrat 2-1)
Status: (Passed) 2018-02-09 - Bill text as passed Senate and House (SJ120ER) [SJR120 Detail]
Download: Virginia-2018-SJR120-Introduced.html
WHEREAS, the Virginia Alliance of Boys & Girls Clubs supports more than 100 Boys & Girls Clubs throughout the Commonwealth as they work to promote positive youth development; and
WHEREAS, Boys & Girls Clubs in Virginia serve more than 75,000 school-aged youths in 50 counties, cities, and towns in Virginia; their goal is to enable all young people, especially those who need them most, to reach their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring citizens; and
WHEREAS, through strong, proven development programs, leaders in the Boys & Girls Clubs stress character and leadership development, education and career advancement, and health and life skills; they encourage an appreciation for the arts and provide programs in sports, fitness, and recreation; and
WHEREAS, the programs promote a better self-image and improved education, social, emotional, and cultural awareness while encouraging community involvement, strong moral values, and enhanced life management skills; and
WHEREAS, through the years, Boys & Girls Clubs have inspired young people to aspire to the highest level of personal development and to become good citizens who are involved in their communities; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED by the Senate, the House of Delegates concurring, That the General Assembly hereby commend the Virginia Alliance of Boys & Girls Clubs for the outstanding services Boys & Girls Clubs provide to young people and their families; and, be it
RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the Senate prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to the Virginia Alliance of Boys & Girls Clubs as an expression of the General Assembly's admiration for the important work of all Boys & Girls Clubs in the Commonwealth.
