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U.S. Code as of:
01/19/04
Section 12661. Findings and purpose
(a) Findings
Congress finds that -
(1) community service and service to others is an integral part
of American tradition;
(2) existing volunteers and volunteer programs should be
praised for their efforts in helping and serving others;
(3) the definition of a successful life includes service to
others;
(4) individuals should be encouraged to volunteer their time
and energies in community service efforts;
(5) if asked to volunteer or participate in community service,
most Americans will do so;
(6) institutions should be encouraged to volunteer their
resources and energies and should encourage volunteer and
community service among their members, employees, affiliates; and
(7) volunteer and community service programs are intended to
complement and not replace governmental responsibilities.
(b) Purpose
It is the purpose of this subchapter -
(1) to encourage every American and every American institution
to help solve our most critical social problems by volunteering
their time, energies and services through community service
projects and initiatives;
(2) to identify successful and promising community service
projects and initiatives, and to disseminate information
concerning such projects and initiatives to other communities in
order to promote their adoption nationwide; and
(3) to discover and encourage new leaders and develop
individuals and institutions that serve as strong examples of a
commitment to serving others and to convince all Americans that a
successful life includes serving others.
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