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SENATE CONCURRENT RESOL UTION NO. 9
BY SENATOR FOIL
A CONCURRENT RESOL UTION
To designate May 21-27, 2022, as Safe Boating Week in Louisiana.
WHEREAS, this year the United States celebrates the fiftieth anniversary of the
Federal Boat Safety Act of 1971 which created a partnership between the federal
government and the states to improve the safety of recreational boating; and
WHEREAS, in recognition of the importance of safe boating practices, Congress by
joint resolution approved on June 4, 1958, and enacted 36 U.S.C. 131, as amended,
authorizing and requesting the president to proclaim annually the seven-day period before
Memorial Day weekend as "National Safe Boating Week"; and
WHEREAS, Louisiana proudly joins with the federal government's efforts of safe
boating by designating May 21-27, 2022, as Safe Boating Week in Louisiana; and
WHEREAS, Louisiana encourages all citizens to institute safe boating practices
necessary to enjoy Louisiana's waters responsibly, by taking the following necessary steps
to reduce injuries and fatalities, even as the number of our citizens spending time out on the
water continues to grow at an accelerated pace; and
WHEREAS, safe boating begins with education; new boaters should take a state
sponsored safe boating class to learn how they can ensure that everyone returns from the
water unharmed; and
WHEREAS, planning also contributes to safe boating, and all boaters should
consider getting free vessel safety checks, conducted by the United States Coast Guard, to
make sure a boat is ready for navigation on the water; equipping every boat with the proper
life jackets for everyone onboard and requiring them to wear the jackets while on the water;
never piloting a boat while intoxicated and encouraging passengers to moderate their alcohol
consumption as a precaution against accidents; and labeling all boats, kayaks, paddle boards,
and life jackets with the name and phone number of the owner to prevent unnecessary false
search-and-rescue efforts by the Coast Guard; and
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WHEREAS, while fishing, sailing, or otherwise enjoying Louisiana's beautiful
waterways with family or friends, it is essential to follow safe boating practices for
everyone's protection; and
WHEREAS, the Legislature of Louisiana calls upon the entire boating public to take
preventive measures and exercise responsible behavior to help keep everyone out of harm's
way while engaging in boating activities on Louisiana's famous waterways, lakes, and rivers.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Legislature of Louisiana does hereby
recognize the importance of boating safety and designates May 21-27, 2022, as Safe Boating
Week in the state of Louisiana.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution be transmitted to
Mr. William Hardy in care of the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary.
PRESIDENT OF THE SENATE
SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
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