[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 165 (Thursday, September 23, 2021)]
[House]
[Page H5104]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        NATIONAL ESTUARIES WEEK

  (Mr. POSEY asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute.)
  Mr. POSEY. Mr. Speaker, this week is National Estuaries Week, a 
special time to raise awareness about the vital role estuaries play in 
our communities and our economies, and to encourage local involvement 
in caring for our diverse ecosystems.
  My home in Florida is part of an estuary called the Indian River 
Lagoon. Supporting the health of our lagoon also supports vast 
economic, environmental, and recreational needs of our communities.
  When our Nation's estuaries are thriving, we know our environment, 
our fishermen, our businesses and, most importantly, our families are 
thriving. I encourage my colleagues to join us in recognizing National 
Estuaries Week and the important role estuaries play in our 
communities.

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