This resolution supports designating March 6, 2025, as "Great Lakes Day." It lists the five Great Lakes (Michigan, Huron, Erie, Ontario, and Superior) and the eight bordering States. The resolution notes wildlife and parks around the lakes, recreational uses (for example swimming, hiking, boating, and fishing), and says the Great Lakes are the largest surface freshwater system on Earth. It states the lakes hold over 90 percent of U.S. surface freshwater and over 20 percent of the world's freshwater, provide drinking water for over 40 million people, and support regional jobs and economic output. The text also calls for preserving and protecting the Great Lakes, mentions the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, and asks Americans and all levels of government to take actions to preserve and protect Lake St. Clair.
The resolution names March 6, 2025, as Great Lakes Day and expresses support for protecting the lakes. It recognizes the lakes' role in drinking water, wildlife, recreation, and jobs. The resolution calls for action and refers to existing programs, but it does not spell out specific new laws or funding in the text provided. No publicly available information on immediate legal or program changes is included in the bill text.
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Supporters say the Great Lakes are vital for freshwater, wildlife habitat, recreation, local heritage, and the regional economy. They point to the lakes' role supplying drinking water to millions, supporting millions of jobs and large economic output, and recommend preserving the lakes through efforts like the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative. The resolution highlights Lake St. Clair as an important local resource.
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