The text of the resolution below is as of Nov 10, 1988 (Passed Congress).
102 STAT. 3822 PUBLIC LAW 100-651—NOV. 10, 1988
Public Law 100-651
100th Congress
Joint Resolution
Nov. 10, 1988
Designating November 12,1988, as "National Firefighters Day".
[H.J. Res. 649]
Whereas there are over 2,000,000 professional and volunteer fire-
fighters in the United States;
Whereas firefighters responded to over 2,300,000 fires and 8,700,000
emergencies other than fires in 1984;
Whereas fires annually cause approximately 6,000 deaths and
$10,000,000,000 worth of property damage;
Whereas firefighters have given their lives and risked injury to
preserve the lives of others and to protect our Nation's property;
Whereas the contributions and sacrifices of our valiant firefighters
often go unreported and are inadequately recognized by the
public; and
Whereas the work of firefighters deserves the attention and grati-
tude of all Americans: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the
United States of America in Congress assembled, That November
12, 1988, is designated as "National Firefighters Day", and the
President is authorized and requested to issue a proclamation call-
ing upon the people of the United States to observe such day with
appropriate ceremonies and activities.
Approved November 10, 1988.
LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—H.J. Res. 649:
CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 134 (1988):
Oct. 21, considered and passed House and Senate.
