[Federal Register Volume 87, Number 100 (Tuesday, May 24, 2022)]
[Presidential Documents]
[Pages 31699-31700]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2022-11321]



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Vol. 87

Tuesday,

No. 100

May 24, 2022

Part IV





The President





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Proclamation 10399--National Safe Boating Week, 2022



Proclamation 10400--Armed Forces Day, 2022



Proclamation 10401--National Maritime Day, 2022


                        Presidential Documents 



Federal Register / Vol. 87 , No. 100 / Tuesday, May 24, 2022 / 
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Title 3--
The President

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                Proclamation 10399 of May 20, 2022

                
National Safe Boating Week, 2022

                By the President of the United States of America

                A Proclamation

                Exploring America's magnificent lakes, rivers, ponds, 
                bays, and oceans has long been a favorite pastime for 
                recreational boaters and a memorable way to discover 
                our Nation's natural treasures. As we prepare for 
                warmer weather, and as more Americans take to the 
                water, National Safe Boating Week reminds us of the 
                importance of following responsible and safe boating 
                practices.

                So many Americans enjoy recreational boating, and most 
                trips are safe. But many preventable accidents occur 
                each year that result in tragic deaths and injuries. 
                Observing boating safety precautions is essential for 
                all boaters, whether you are fishing, sailing, 
                kayaking, or motoring.

                Safe boating practices start well before the hull 
                breaks the water's surface. Experts agree that taking a 
                State-offered boating safety course is one of the best 
                ways to minimize accidents. Most boating fatalities 
                involve boats whose operators--including paddlers in 
                rentals--did not have proper boating safety education. 
                I urge all Americans to use the free assistance of the 
                Coast Guard Auxiliary and America's Boating Club to 
                ensure that your vessels are safe and that operators 
                have the tools they need to operate them safely.

                I also call upon Americans to follow basic boating 
                safety procedures and to always wear a life jacket to 
                protect yourself and your loved ones. In 2020, three-
                quarters of boating deaths were drownings, and nearly 7 
                out of every 8 drowning victims were not wearing a life 
                jacket. In addition, avoid using alcohol or drugs when 
                operating a boat. Alcohol continues to be a significant 
                contributing factor in boating deaths, and its effects 
                are compounded by water movement, exposure to the 
                elements, and dynamic operating conditions. Finally, 
                wearing an engine cut-off switch link will stop the 
                boat's engine in the event the operator falls 
                overboard, protecting everyone from vessel and 
                propeller strikes. By adhering to safe boating 
                practices, Americans will be safer on the water while 
                enjoying the boating season.

                This week, we also pay tribute to the United States 
                Coast Guard and the Federal, State, Tribal, and local 
                partners who help save lives and protect us from 
                accidents on the water. This season, let us recommit to 
                following basic boating safety procedures to prevent 
                boating fatalities, avoid property damage, and help 
                boaters stay safe as they enjoy the beauty of the open 
                water.

                In recognition of the importance of safe boating 
                practices, the Congress, by joint resolution approved 
                on June 4, 1958 (36 U.S.C. 131), as amended, has 
                authorized and requested the President to proclaim 
                annually the 7-day period before Memorial Day weekend 
                as ``National Safe Boating Week.''

                NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of 
                the United States of America, do hereby proclaim May 21 
                through May 27, 2022, as National Safe Boating Week. I 
                encourage all Americans who participate in boating 
                activities to observe this occasion by learning more 
                about safe boating practices, and by taking advantage 
                of boating safety education opportunities.

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                I also encourage the Governors of the States and 
                Territories, and appropriate officials of all units of 
                government, to join me in encouraging boating safety in 
                every community.

                IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 
                twentieth day of May, in the year of our Lord two 
                thousand twenty-two, and of the Independence of the 
                United States of America the two hundred and forty-
                sixth.
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