A joint resolution authorizing the President to issue a proclamation encouraging Americans to turn off their electric lights on October 21, 1979, for a "Minute of Tribute" to Thomas A. Edison.

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6 March 1979

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Status

Referred to House Committee on Post Office and Civil Service.

Summary

Authorizes and requests the President to encourage the American people to turn off electric lights in their homes for a "Minute of Tribute" to Thomas A. Edison on October 21, 1979.

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Official source: https://www.congress.gov/bill/96th-congress/house-joint-resolution/241
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