[Federal Register Volume 70, Number 98 (Monday, May 23, 2005)]
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Part III





The President





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Proclamation 7903--National Safe Boating Week, 2005



Proclamation 7904--National Maritime Day, 2005


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Federal Register / Vol. 70, No. 98 / Monday, May 23, 2005 / 
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The President

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                Proclamation 7903 of May 19, 2005

                
National Safe Boating Week, 2005

                By the President of the United States of America

                A Proclamation

                Recreational boating has grown into one of our Nation's 
                most popular pastimes, and as the summer approaches, 
                millions of Americans will enjoy our country's 
                beautiful waters. During National Safe Boating Week, we 
                highlight our Nation's commitment to making 
                recreational boating safer.

                The number of boating fatalities has decreased over the 
                last decade. By promoting the use of appropriate safety 
                measures, we can save more lives and further reduce the 
                number of injuries caused by boating accidents. The 
                U.S. Coast Guard and others recommend four guidelines 
                for safe boating: wear properly fitted life jackets; 
                get vessels checked for safety; never boat under the 
                influence of alcohol or drugs; and get proper training 
                about the safe operation of boats. By adhering to these 
                simple suggestions, boaters can keep themselves and 
                others safe as they enjoy our Nation's waterways.

                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 21 
                through May 27, 2005, 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, 
                wear life jackets, take advantage of boating safety 
                programs throughout the year, and always engage in 
                proper and responsible conduct while on the water.

                IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 
                nineteenth day of May, in the year of our Lord two 
                thousand five, and of the Independence of the United 
                States of America the two hundred and twenty-ninth.

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