Recognizing May 2025 as National Water Safety Month.

89(R) HCR 150 - Enrolled version - Bill Text

H.C.R. No. 150

HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, National Water Safety Month is taking place in

May 2025, and this monthlong initiative serves as a reminder for

Texans to exercise caution and follow safety rules when around

water; and

WHEREAS, Although many Texans seek to escape the heat during

the summer months at the state's many lakes, rivers, beaches,

swimming pools, and water parks, it is important to be aware of

dangers that can arise from any activity involving water; and

WHEREAS, Last year, more than 100 children died in drowning

accidents in Texas; drowning is the leading cause of accidental

death for children under the age of five, and it can occur in almost

any amount of water, making it imperative that children are

supervised at all times, whether they are indoors or outdoors; and

WHEREAS, A number of organizations have joined together to

promote National Water Safety Month, among them the Pool & Hot Tub

Alliance, the American Red Cross, the National Drowning Prevention

Alliance, the National Recreation and Park Association, and the

World Waterpark Association; this coalition has worked to raise

awareness of ways that Americans can stay safe, which include

learning swimming skills, wearing life jackets, avoiding alcohol,

and knowing how to recognize the signs that someone is drowning; and

WHEREAS, Following water safety precautions can prevent

accidents and save lives, and by promoting the message of National

Water Safety Month, we can help ensure that more Texans are prepared

for the potential dangers that they may encounter when

participating in water-based activities; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the 89th Legislature of the State of Texas

hereby recognize May 2025 as National Water Safety Month.

Dyson

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President of the Senate

Speaker of the House

I certify that H.C.R. No. 150 was adopted by the House on May

23, 2025, by a non-record vote.

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Chief Clerk of the House

I certify that H.C.R. No. 150 was adopted by the Senate on May

27, 2025, by a viva-voce vote.

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Secretary of the Senate

APPROVED: __________________

Date

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Governor