Volume 95 · 3
Public Law 97–1
Designating January 29, 1981, as “A Day of Thanksgiving To Honor Our Safely Returned Hostages”.
Approved January 26, 1981
Statutory text
Joint Resolution
Designating January 29, 1981, as “A Day of Thanksgiving To Honor Our Safely Returned Hostages”.
Whereas we the people of the United States are one people under God;
Whereas in recognition of the hope, honor, faith, and courage of those men and women who have been forceably held prisoner in Iran;
Whereas eight brave men laid down their lives in the pursuit and defense of freedom;
Whereas in order for the people of the United States of America to express their appreciation, hope, and care for these men and women; and
Whereas in order for the Nation to express its thanks to God for the safekeeping of these people and this Country: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled,
That the 29th day of
A Day of Thanksgiving To Honor Our Safely Returned Hostages.
Designation.
January 1981, is declared “A Day of Thanksgiving To Honor Our Safely Returned Hostages”, and that Americans participate in services in places of their own choosing on that date, as already called for by churches, synagogues, and mosques across this Country.
Approved January 26, 1981.