Whereas, Seeds of Peace International Camp has received worldwide recognition as an effective model for resolving international conflict, including a UNESCO Peace Prize from the United Nations and the International First Freedom Award from the Council for America's First Freedom; and

Whereas, Maine is the home of many honored peacemakers, including Samantha Smith and George Mitchell; and

Whereas, Seeds of Peace International Camp has received support from numerous Maine businesses and educational institutions; and

Whereas, it is appropriate and fitting that the State, as the home of peacemakers, should demonstrate its support of the unique efforts of Seeds of Peace International Camp; now, therefore, be it

Sec. 1. Appropriations and allocations. Resolved: That the following appropriations and allocations are made.

EDUCATION, DEPARTMENT OF

John H. Reed - Kenneth M. Curtis Peace Fellowship

Initiative: Provides funds for an appropriation to support scholarships for the Seeds of Peace International Camp in Otisfield.

General Fund 2003-04 2004-05

All Other $25,000 $25,000

SUMMARY

This resolve provides $25,000 for each of the next 2 fiscal years to support scholarships to the Seeds of Peace International Camp in Otisfield, Maine.