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Support for National Estuaries Week: Protecting Vital Waterways

This House of Representatives resolution expresses support for designating National Estuaries Week. Its aim is to raise awareness about the importance of estuaries for the economy, environment, and daily lives of citizens, while also highlighting the need for their protection and restoration. Citizens can benefit from improved water quality, flood protection, and support for local economies tied to fishing and tourism.
Key points
Designating National Estuaries Week (September 21-28, 2024) aims to educate the public about the role of estuaries.
Estuaries are crucial for the U.S. economy, generating jobs and income, especially in fishing and tourism.
Protecting estuaries means safeguarding against floods, erosion, and pollution, impacting the safety and health of coastal residents.
Support for scientific research and restoration efforts for estuaries contributes to improving environmental conditions and natural resources.
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Print number: 118_HRES_1423
Sponsor: Rep. Posey, Bill [R-FL-8]
Process start date: 2024-09-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expressing support for the designation of the week of September 21 through September 28, 2024, as "National Estuaries Week".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HRES_1423.

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 2024-09-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Designating National Estuaries Week (September 21-28, 2024) aims to educate the public about the role of estuaries.
  • Estuaries are crucial for the U.S. economy, generating jobs and income, especially in fishing and tourism.
  • Protecting estuaries means safeguarding against floods, erosion, and pollution, impacting the safety and health of coastal residents.
  • Support for scientific research and restoration efforts for estuaries contributes to improving environmental conditions and natural resources.
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 House Committee on Natural Resources.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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Environment Economy