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Whereas, When an emergency occurs, conventional systems of

communications are often inoperative during the first few days after the

emergency occurs; and

Whereas, Before the conventional systems of communications can be

restored, amateur radio operators are on the scene to provide

communications and assistance; and

Whereas, In Nevada, these operators are members of the State of

Nevada Amateur Radio Emergency Service or the Radio Amateur Civil

Emergency Service, and their service is completely voluntary; and

Whereas, This year, the last week of June will be devoted toward final

preparations for "Field Day," an operation designed to simulate an

emergency situation and coordinate the efforts of amateur radio operators;

and

Whereas, "Field Day" will be held the last weekend of June in a

remote location where power is supplied by either generators or batteries;

now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Assembly of the State of Nevada, the Senate

Concurring, That the members of the Legislature of the State of Nevada

do hereby declare the last week of June to be Nevada Amateur Radio Week

in honor of the many volunteers who generously donate their time and

equipment to provide invaluable assistance during an emergency situation;

and be it further

Resolved, That the Nevada Legislature commends and congratulates

the members of the State of Nevada Amateur Radio Emergency Service

and the Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Service for their participation in

"Field Day" and for their many hours of dedicated service to all Nevadans

throughout the year.

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