[Federal Register Volume 77, Number 101 (Thursday, May 24, 2012)]
[Presidential Documents]
[Pages 31147-31148]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2012-12877]


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                Proclamation 8825 of May 21, 2012

                
National Safe Boating Week, 2012

                By the President of the United States of America

                A Proclamation

                For generations, Americans have enjoyed our scenic 
                lakes, rivers, and oceans as places for rest and 
                recreation, sharing with friends and family a well-
                loved tradition. During National Safe Boating Week, we 
                renew our commitment to safe, responsible practices on 
                our Nation's waterways.

                By planning ahead and taking basic safety precautions, 
                boat operators and passengers can help prevent needless 
                accidents and deaths. Before going out on the water, 
                boaters can minimize the risk of accident or injury by 
                taking a boating safety course, performing a vessel 
                safety check, filing a float plan with a friend or 
                family member prior to departure, and carefully 
                assessing weather conditions. Operators and passengers 
                alike can stay safe by wearing a life jacket at all 
                times, and by forgoing alcohol consumption while on or 
                operating a boat.

                The United States Coast Guard continues to collaborate 
                with organizations and governments across our country 
                to prevent loss of life, personal harm, and property 
                damage associated with unsafe recreational boating. As 
                we mark National Safe Boating Week, let us reflect on 
                that important mission and resolve to do our part to 
                ensure America's waterways are safe and secure for all.

                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, BARACK OBAMA, President of the 
                United States of America, do hereby proclaim May 19 
                through May 25, 2012, as National Safe Boating Week. I 
                encourage all Americans who participate in boating 
                activities to observe this occasion by learning more 
                about safe boating practices and taking advantage of 
                boating education.

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                IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 
                twenty-first day of May, in the year of our Lord two 
                thousand twelve, and of the Independence of the United 
                States of America the two hundred and thirty-sixth.
                
                
                    (Presidential Sig.)

[FR Doc. 2012-12877
Filed 5-23-12; 11:15 am]
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