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This resolution recognizes March 9-15, 2025, as AmeriCorps Week in Arkansas, highlighting the significant contributions of AmeriCorps members and volunteers. The resolution provides context about AmeriCorps, a national service program established by Congress 31 years ago that provides opportunities for 200,000 Americans annually to serve their communities through nonprofit organizations, schools, public agencies, and community groups. In Arkansas specifically, over 3,100 AmeriCorps members and seniors have supported local needs by responding to disasters, mentoring youth, supporting veterans, addressing social challenges, and strengthening communities. The resolution emphasizes how AmeriCorps service helps members develop valuable skills, earn educational scholarships, and become engaged citizens, while also highlighting the program's ability to bring together people from diverse backgrounds to address critical national challenges. The resolution not only designates the specific week of recognition but also instructs that a copy of the resolution be provided to AmeriCorps leadership in Arkansas, thereby formally acknowledging the organization's important work and contributions to community service.

https://arkleg.state.ar.us/Bills/Detail?id=hr1066&ddBienniumSession=2025%2F2025R