[United States Statutes at Large, Volume 120, 109th Congress, 2nd Session]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

 
PROCLAMATION 8027--JUNE 2, 2006
Proclamation 8027 of June 2, 2006
National Oceans Week, 2006
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
During National Oceans Week, we recognize the importance of the oceans
to our national heritage, economy, and security and reaffirm our
commitment to protecting them through wise stewardship and sensible
management.
The magnificent beauty of the oceans is a blessing to our country and
the world. The oceans also sustain an abundance of natural and
historical treasures, enable the transportation of vital goods, and
provide food and recreation for millions of people. My Administration is
working with State, tribal, and local governments, the private sector,
and international partners to foster more effective conservation of our
oceans, coasts, and Great Lakes resources and to advance the
environmental, economic, and security interests of our Nation.
On December 17, 2004, I established the Committee on Ocean Policy to
implement the United States Ocean Action Plan. Through this plan, we are
building an integrated ocean observing system, promoting ocean
education, embarking on deep oceans research, supporting our maritime
transportation system, and enhancing our international leadership role
in ocean science and policy. We are also advancing legislation to
strengthen the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration,
establish a system of sustainable aquaculture, and maintain protections
for marine mammals. To fulfill my commitment to end overfishing, we are
working with the Congress to build an improved, market-based system to
better manage our fisheries and keep our commercial and recreational
fishing industries strong.
I appreciate all those who are dedicated to making the oceans, coasts,
and Great Lakes cleaner, healthier, and more productive. By working
together, all Americans can help sustain the oceans for generations to
come.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of
America, do hereby proclaim June 4 through June 10, 2006, as National
Oceans Week. I call upon the people of the United States to learn more
about the vital role the oceans play in the life of our country and how
we can conserve their many natural treasures. I en

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courage all our citizens to observe this week with appropriate programs
and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this second day of June,
in the year of our Lord two thousand six, and of the Independence of the
United States of America the two hundred and thirtieth.
GEORGE W. BUSH