SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 975

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to join Texans across the state in celebrating May of 2011 as National Water Safety Month; and

WHEREAS, Swimming and other aquatic activities play an important role in maintaining good physical and mental health and in enhancing the quality of life of those who participate in these beneficial pursuits; and

WHEREAS, Education on water safety is essential in nationwide efforts to prevent drowning and other recreational water-related injuries; the industries involved in swimming and aquatic activities have made ongoing efforts to educate the public on pool and spa safety issues and to develop and provide healthy spaces in which to take part in these sports; and

WHEREAS, The citizens of Texas understand the vital importance of communicating water safety rules and programs to people of all ages; it is truly fitting that they acknowledge this vital issue by observing National Water Safety Month; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd Legislature, hereby join Texans everywhere in commemorating May of 2011 as National Water Safety Month; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in honor of this important event.

Van de Putte

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 12, 2011.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate