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a Ceremonial Resolution
20-99
In the Council of the District of Columbia
September 17, 2013
To declare October 2013 as “Physical Therapy Month” in the District of Columbia.
WHEREAS, the District of Columbia encourages options for an active and healthy lifestyle;
WHEREAS, the Board of Physical Therapy speaks for the best interests of the public in recommending physical therapy by a licensed physical therapist to achieve physical fitness;
WHEREAS, through a national effort, the District of Columbia Board of Physical Therapy, the District of Columbia Chapter of the American Physical Therapy Association, and all District licensees are encouraged to join together to raise awareness of the importance of preventive health during the month of October;
WHEREAS, on October 5, 2013, the District of Columbia Board of Physical Therapy, in collaboration with the District of Columbia Chapter of the American Physical Therapy Association, will conduct a full-day forum addressing the recent Medicare requirements for reporting patients’ functional limitations; and
WHEREAS, this effort will bring awareness to our community and around the country of healthier and more active lifestyles.
RESOLVED, BY THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, That this resolution may be cited as “Physical Therapy Month Recognition Resolution of 2013”.
Sec. 2. The Council of the District of Columbia recognizes the importance of physical therapy awareness and declares October 2013 as “Physical Therapy Month” in the District of Columbia.
Sec. 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon the first date of publication in the District of Columbia Register.
