2023S0419-1 05/15/23
By: Schwertner, et al. S.R. No. 603
SENATE RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins Texans
across the state in recognizing May 2023 as National Water Safety
Month; and
WHEREAS, Many Texans seek opportunities for recreation
during the summer at the state's many lakes, rivers, beaches,
swimming pools, and water parks, and it is therefore important to
be aware of dangers that can arise from any activity involving
water; and
WHEREAS, Last year, at least 76 children in Texas died from
drowning accidents; drowning is the leading cause of accidental
death for children under the age of five, and it can occur in
almost any amount of water, making it imperative that children
are supervised when they are in or near water, whether they are
indoors or outdoors; and
WHEREAS, A number of organizations have joined together to
promote National Water Safety Month; among them are the Pool and
Hot Tub Alliance, the American Red Cross, the National Drowning
Prevention Alliance, the National Recreation and Park
Association, and the World Waterpark Association; this coalition
has worked to raise awareness of precautions that Americans can
take to stay safe when near bodies of water; these precautions
include learning swimming skills, wearing life jackets, avoiding
alcohol, learning cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and knowing how
to recognize the signs that someone is drowning; and
WHEREAS, National Water Safety Month promotes
water-safety precautions that can prevent accidents, save lives,
and ensure that more Texans are prepared for the dangers that
they may encounter when participating in water-based activities;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th
Legislature, hereby recognize May 2023 as National Water Safety
Month and encourage Texans to exercise caution and follow safety
rules when around water; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared to
mark this occasion.