[United States Statutes at Large, Volume 131, 115th Congress, 1st Session]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

 
Proclamation 9613 of May 19, 2017

National Safe Boating Week, 2017

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

As Memorial Day approaches and our summer season arrives, it is
important for Americans of all ages to learn about safety on the water.
During National Safe Boating Week, the U.S. Coast Guard and its Federal,
State, and local safe boating partners encourage all boaters to explore
and enjoy America's beautiful waters responsibly.
Safe boating begins with preparation. The Coast Guard estimates that
human error accounts for 70 percent of all boating accidents and that
life jackets could prevent more than 80 percent of boating fatalities.
Through basic boating safety procedures--carrying lifesaving emergency
distress and communications equipment, wearing life jackets, attending
safe boating courses, participating in free boat safety checks, and
staying sober when navigating--we can help ensure boaters on America's
coastal, inland, and offshore waters stay safe throughout the season.
America's diverse waterways are waiting to be explored. But before
enjoying a day on the water, Americans should take time this week to
familiarize themselves with safe boating practices so that everyone
makes it home unharmed.

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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 before Memorial Day weekend as ``National Safe Boating
Week.''
NOW, THEREFORE, I, DONALD J. TRUMP, President of the United States of
America, do hereby proclaim May 21 through May 27, 2017, 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 safety education
opportunities. I also encourage the Governors of the States and
Territories, and appropriate officials of all units of government, to
join me in encouraging boating safety through events and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this nineteenth day of
May, in the year of our Lord two thousand seventeen, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
first.
DONALD J. TRUMP