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National Estuaries Week: Recognizing Their Importance for Economy and Nature

This House Resolution supports designating a week to appreciate estuaries. It highlights their crucial role for jobs, the economy, protection from floods, and as homes for many animal species. The goal is to increase awareness about the need to protect and restore them.
Key points
Estuaries are important for the economy and create many jobs, especially in fishing.
They provide habitat for wildlife and protect coastlines from storms and floods.
Many estuaries are threatened by pollution and habitat loss.
National Estuaries Week aims to raise awareness about their importance and the need for protection.
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Additional Information
Expressing support for the designation of the week of September 18 through September 25, 2021, as "National Estuaries Week".
Print number: HRES 655
Sponsor: Rep. Posey, Bill [R-FL-8]
Process start date: 2021-09-17
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about National Estuaries Week: Recognizing Their Importance for Economy and Nature

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HRES 655.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-09-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Estuaries are important for the economy and create many jobs, especially in fishing.
  • They provide habitat for wildlife and protect coastlines from storms and floods.
  • Many estuaries are threatened by pollution and habitat loss.
  • National Estuaries Week aims to raise awareness about their importance and the need for protection.

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Posey, Bill [R-FL-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Water, Oceans, and Wildlife.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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