[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 94 (Monday, June 22, 2009)]
[Senate]
[Page S6889]
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                         SUBMITTED RESOLUTIONS

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      SENATE RESOLUTION 199--RECOGNIZING THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF THE 
    RECREATIONAL BOATING COMMUNITY AND THE BOATING INDUSTRY TO THE 
               CONTINUING PROSPERITY OF THE UNITED STATES

  Mr. KOHL (for himself and Mr. Burr) submitted the following 
resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, 
and Transportation:

                              S. Res. 199

       Whereas the recreational boating community in the United 
     States includes over 59,000,000 individuals;
       Whereas the boating industry contributes more than 
     $33,000,000,000 annually to the United States economy, and 
     provides jobs for 337,000 citizens of the United States who 
     earn wages totaling $10,400,000,000 annually;
       Whereas recreational boaters often serve as stewards of the 
     marine environment of the United States, educating others of 
     the value of marine resources, and preserving the resources 
     for the enjoyment of future generations;
       Whereas there are approximately 1,400 active boat builders 
     in the United States, using materials and services 
     contributed from all 50 States;
       Whereas recreational boating provides opportunities for 
     families to be together, appeals to all age groups, and 
     benefits the physical fitness and scholastic performance of 
     those who participate; and
       Whereas, July 1, 2009, would be an appropriate day to 
     establish as National Boating Day: Now, therefore, be it
       Resolved, That the Senate --
       (1) commends the recreational boating community and the 
     boating industry of the United States for contributing to the 
     economy of the United States, benefitting the well-being of 
     United States citizens, and providing responsible 
     environmental stewardship of the marine resources of the 
     United States; and
       (2) encourages the United States to observe National 
     Boating Day with appropriate programs and activities that 
     emphasize family involvement and provide an opportunity to 
     promote the boating industry.

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