Promulgated March 19, 2013

Whereas, human beings, as a species, perform better after exposure to sunlight, rather than in darkness.

Whereas, human beings, as a species, as annual cyclical animals, respond accordingly and positively to the changes of the seasons.

Whereas, Spring-like weather comes annually, but not on an accorded calendar that can be specifically affixed to a date.

Whereas, there occurs accordingly, and without great notice, a day which FEELS as though it is the first Day of Spring.

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Congressional Management Foundation will annually designate a holiday for all employees heretofore known as THE FIRST DAY THAT FEELS LIKE SPRING.

BE IT RESOLVED, that such day will be designated only by unanimous consent of all full-time employees.

BE IT RESOLVED, that such day can only be designated by Noon on the previous day.

BE IT RESOLVED, that such day cannot be designated UNLESS, by Noon on the previous day the “weather forecast” indicates a day of “sunny” with more than 65 degrees Fahrenheit as the high temperature.

BE IT RESOLVED, that management is highly discouraged from engaging in any electronic communication with staff during aforementioned THE FIRST DAY THAT FEELS LIKE SPRING.

DEFINITIONS OF RESOLUTION

“Weather Forecast” is defined as a forecast by the National Weather Service.

“Sunny” is defined by a forecast of less than 20% chance of precipitation.