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9 General Description:
10 This resolution expresses recognition of, and support for, kindness throughout the state
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12 Highlighted Provisions:
13 This resolution:
14 ▸ emphasizes the importance of kindness in Utah;
15 ▸ recognizes Utah citizen's inherent proclivity to be kind to their fellow citizens; and
16 ▸ urges continued support for proactive acts of kindness to foster a healthier society
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21 Be it resolved by the Legislature of the state of Utah, the Governor concurring therein:
22 WHEREAS, now, more than ever, the world needs more kindness;
23 WHEREAS, kindness can be as simple as a single smile, a thoughtful message to a
24 friend, or just a small, unexpected gesture, but the effects can be powerful;
25 WHEREAS, one act of kindness can brighten a moment, lift someone's spirits, and turn
26 a bad day into a good story;
27 WHEREAS, kindness can become contagious and one small act of kindness can spark
28 another small act of kindness;
29 WHEREAS, an act of kindness has been proven to be beneficial to both the giver and
30 the recipient, and acts of kindness can promote positive behaviors from others, provide a sense
31 of purpose and satisfaction for ourselves, and even help us live longer;
32 WHEREAS, an act of kindness is an act of good health and self-care;
33 WHEREAS, in partnership with The Semnani Family Foundation, local faith and
34 business leaders, educators, and government leaders, the One Kind Act a Day movement will
35 start here in Utah and create an impact that can be felt around the nation and even around the
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37 WHEREAS, our community can be the nexus of a rippling effect that can transform the
38 globe with kindness; and
39 WHEREAS, we encourage all Utahns to commit one kind act today and every day:
40 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Legislature of the state of Utah, the
41 Governor concurring therein, do hereby declare April 12 as "One Kind Act A Day" Day in
42 Utah.