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Expressing support for the designation of March 6, 2025, as "Great Lakes Day".
3/27/2025, 8:07 AM
Summary of Bill HRES 194
Bill 119 HRES 194, also known as the "Great Lakes Day" resolution, is a piece of legislation that expresses support for designating March 6, 2025, as "Great Lakes Day." The bill aims to recognize the importance of the Great Lakes region and the significant impact it has on the environment, economy, and overall well-being of the United States.
The Great Lakes, which include Lake Superior, Lake Michigan, Lake Huron, Lake Erie, and Lake Ontario, are a vital natural resource that provides drinking water to millions of people, supports a diverse ecosystem, and plays a crucial role in transportation, recreation, and tourism. The resolution highlights the need to protect and preserve the Great Lakes for future generations and emphasizes the importance of collaboration among federal, state, and local governments, as well as tribal nations and other stakeholders, to address the challenges facing the region.
By designating March 6, 2025, as "Great Lakes Day," the bill aims to raise awareness about the importance of the Great Lakes and encourage individuals and organizations to take action to protect and conserve this valuable resource. The resolution also recognizes the contributions of the Great Lakes region to the cultural and economic fabric of the United States and celebrates the unique beauty and significance of the Great Lakes. Overall, Bill 119 HRES 194 is a bipartisan effort to honor the Great Lakes and promote greater awareness and appreciation for this important natural resource. It underscores the need for continued efforts to protect and preserve the Great Lakes for future generations and highlights the importance of collaboration and cooperation in addressing the challenges facing the region.
The Great Lakes, which include Lake Superior, Lake Michigan, Lake Huron, Lake Erie, and Lake Ontario, are a vital natural resource that provides drinking water to millions of people, supports a diverse ecosystem, and plays a crucial role in transportation, recreation, and tourism. The resolution highlights the need to protect and preserve the Great Lakes for future generations and emphasizes the importance of collaboration among federal, state, and local governments, as well as tribal nations and other stakeholders, to address the challenges facing the region.
By designating March 6, 2025, as "Great Lakes Day," the bill aims to raise awareness about the importance of the Great Lakes and encourage individuals and organizations to take action to protect and conserve this valuable resource. The resolution also recognizes the contributions of the Great Lakes region to the cultural and economic fabric of the United States and celebrates the unique beauty and significance of the Great Lakes. Overall, Bill 119 HRES 194 is a bipartisan effort to honor the Great Lakes and promote greater awareness and appreciation for this important natural resource. It underscores the need for continued efforts to protect and preserve the Great Lakes for future generations and highlights the importance of collaboration and cooperation in addressing the challenges facing the region.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 194
Bill HRES 194 is currently in the status of Introduced to House since March 5, 2025. Bill HRES 194 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 5, 2025. Bill HRES 194's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment. as of March 5, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 194
Total Number of Sponsors
4Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
4Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
17Democrat Cosponsors
10Republican Cosponsors
7Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 194
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 194
Expressing support for the designation of March 6, 2025, as "Great Lakes Day".
Expressing support for the designation of March 6, 2025, as "Great Lakes Day".
Comments

Penelope Goldberg
749
1 year ago
I think this is great idea! But why March 6th specifically? #GreatLakesDay

Amir Martin
727
1 year ago
I don't get why they wanna do this. Seems like a waste of time and money. I mean, who really cares about "Great Lakes Day" anyway? Just seems like another excuse for politicians to pat themselves on the back. SMH.
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HRES 194
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