[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 122 (Tuesday, September 26, 2006)]
[House]
[Page H7353]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         NATIONAL SEAFOOD MONTH

  (Mr. BROWN of South Carolina asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute.)
  Mr. BROWN of South Carolina. Mr. Speaker, in 1990, Congress 
designated October as National Seafood Month. This month-long 
celebration highlights the importance of seafood as part of a healthy 
diet. National Seafood Month also honors and celebrates the many 
contributions of the seafood and fishing industries and recognizes the 
multiple ways in which industry professionals serve our Nation's 
economy and continues to spur economic growth.
  The First Congressional District of South Carolina, which I 
represent, has over 75 percent of the South Carolina coastline. Many of 
my constituents are hardworking shrimpers and fishermen, and I 
appreciate all the hard work to supply us with good quality seafood.
  As the popularity of seafood continues to grow, National Seafood 
Month offers a unique way to remind consumers of the way the industry 
helps meet the needs in providing healthy and delicious seafood 
products year round. Creating a greater awareness among consumers is 
essential in the efforts to spread the positive message that seafood is 
a delicious and nutritious source of protein in the American diet.
  I urge all of my colleagues to join me in cosponsoring House 
Resolution 479 which supports the goals and ideals of National Seafood 
Month.

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