A Resolution designating the week of June 7 through 13, 2026, as "Chesapeake Bay Awareness Week" in Pennsylvania.
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Overview
This resolution designates the week of June 7 through 13, 2026, as "Chesapeake Bay Awareness Week" in Pennsylvania. The resolution highlights the Chesapeake Bay's significance as a vital natural resource, supporting diverse ecosystems, substantial seafood production, and providing economic and recreational opportunities for residents and visitors. It encourages events and educational programs to raise awareness about the bay’s importance.
Key provisions
- Designates the week of June 7-13, 2026, as "Chesapeake Bay Awareness Week" in Pennsylvania.
- Recognizes the Chesapeake Bay as the largest and most productive estuary in the United States.
- Acknowledges the Bay's extensive watershed spanning six states and the District of Columbia.
- Highlights the Bay's importance as a source of drinking water and recreational activities for Pennsylvania.
- Notes the Bay’s support for a wide variety of plant and animal life, including numerous species of fish, shellfish, and underwater grasses.
- Recognizes the Bay's historical and economic significance to the region.
- Encourages events and educational programs to promote awareness of the Chesapeake Bay.
Who is affected
- Residents of Pennsylvania
- Visitors to Pennsylvania
- Individuals reliant on the Bay for livelihood
- Stakeholders in the Chesapeake Bay watershed
- Pennsylvania residents and visitors involved in recreational fishing and boating
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Benjamin Sanchez
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