Guam § 1020 - Earth Week.
Full text of Guam Guam Code Annotated § 1020 — Earth Week., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1020. Earth Week.
(a) The third week of April of each year is hereby designated as “Earth Week,” a week to review and
assess environmental progress and to determine what further steps must be taken, to continue an island-
wide effort of education on environmental problems, and to renew the commitment of each citizen to
restoring and protecting the quality of Guam’s environment.
(b) I Maga’håga/Maga’låhi is hereby authorized and requested to issue annually a proclamation calling
upon all interests, including education, agriculture, business, labor, government, civic and private
organizations and individuals to observe “Earth Week” by joining together for a continuing commitment,
and in a cooperative effort, to preserve the integrity and livability of Guam’s environment.
(c) I Maga’håga/Maga’låhi is authorized and requested to appoint an Earth Week Committee to plan
and make appropriate arrangements for the observation of Earth Week. Said Committee shall be composed
of members of civic organizations which concern themselves with preserving the integrity and livability of
Guam’s environment.
Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 1020
What does Guam Code Annotated § 1020 cover?
Section 1020 ("Earth Week.") is part of the Guam Code Annotated, the codified statutory law of Guam. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Guam § 1020?
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Is this the official text of Guam law?
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How does Guam § 1020 apply to my situation?
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