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AR HR1023
Resolution
Status
Passed
3/18/2015
Primary Sponsor
Nate Bell
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AI Summary
- Recognizes February 24, 2015, as 4-H Day in Arkansas
- Acknowledges 4-H as the premier youth development program conducted by the University of Arkansas Systems, Division of Agriculture, Cooperative Extension Service
- Notes that Arkansas 4-H reaches 143,879 youth ages 5-19 across all 75 counties, supported by 16,374 volunteers, with roots dating back to October 1908
- Cites Tufts University research showing 4-H participants have significantly lower drug, alcohol, and cigarette use; are 2.3 times more likely to exercise; achieve better grades; and are nearly 2 times more likely to make college plans compared to peers
- Recognizes 4-H as the nation's largest youth development organization, empowering 7 million young people throughout the United States
Legislative Description
To Recognize The Positive Impact Of The Arkansas 4-h Program On Our Youth And To Celebrate 4-h Day On February 24, 2015.
Last Action
READ AND ADOPTED.
3/18/2015
Committee Referrals
Agriculture, Forestry and Economic Development2/18/2015
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