[Federal Register Volume 73, Number 98 (Tuesday, May 20, 2008)]
[Presidential Documents]
[Pages 29383-29384]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 08-1283]



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The President





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Proclamation 8256--National Safe Boating Week, 2008



Proclamation 8257--World Trade Week, 2008
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                Proclamation 8256 of May 15, 2008

                
National Safe Boating Week, 2008

                By the President of the United States of America

                A Proclamation

                Our Nation's beautiful waterways provide opportunities 
                for recreational activities for millions of Americans. 
                During National Safe Boating Week, we raise awareness 
                of the importance of practicing and promoting safe 
                boating.

                Recreational boating is one of America's most popular 
                pastimes, and it is important for every boater to take 
                proper safety precautions. The United States Coast 
                Guard encourages citizens to take preventive measures 
                such as wearing a life jacket, never boating under the 
                influence of drugs or alcohol, and taking a boating 
                safety course. Too often, accidents occur on boats 
                where the operator had not received boating safety 
                instruction. Receiving a vessel safety check once a 
                year will also help ensure a safe boating experience. 
                To learn important information about boating, visit 
                uscgboating.org. During National Safe Boating Week and 
                throughout the year, I urge all Americans to put safety 
                first when enjoying our country's magnificent waters.

                In recognition of the importance of safe boating 
                practices, the Congress, by joint resolution approved 
                June 4, 1958 (36 U.S.C. 131), as amended, has 
                authorized and requested the President to proclaim 
                annually the 7-day period prior to Memorial Day weekend 
                as ``National Safe Boating Week.''

                NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the 
                United States of America, do hereby proclaim May 17 
                through May 23, 2008, as National Safe Boating Week. I 
                encourage the Governors of the 50 States and the 
                Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and officials of other 
                areas subject to the jurisdiction of the United States, 
                to join in observing this week. I also urge all 
                Americans to learn more about safe boating practices 
                and always act responsibly while on the water.

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                IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 
                fifteenth day of May, in the year of our Lord two 
                thousand eight, and of the Independence of the United 
                States of America the two hundred and thirty-second. 
                
                
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