National Safe Boating Week, 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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Title 3--
The President

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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