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CO SJR007

Joint Resolution

Status

Engrossed

1/30/2017

Primary Sponsor

Jerry Sonnenberg

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Origin

Senate

2017 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates January 30, 2017, as "Colorado 4-H Day" in recognition of the 4-H program's efforts on behalf of Colorado's youth

  • More than 112,200 Colorado youth with 12,185 adult and youth volunteer leaders participate in 4-H programs for workforce preparation and career exploration

  • Colorado 4-H returns $45 million annually to the state economy plus $31 million in added value of volunteer-time contributions

  • Youth involved in 4-H programs are four times more likely to contribute to communities, two times more likely to be civically active, and two times more likely to make healthier choices compared to peers

  • General Assembly commends Colorado State University Extension and recognizes adult volunteers while encouraging young people to participate in 4-H activities

Legislative Description

Colorado 4-H Day January 30

Last Action

Signed by the President of the Senate

1/31/2017

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