Expressing support for the designation of March 6, 2025, as "Great Lakes Day".
H. Res. 194 is a non-binding House resolution introduced in the 119th Congress that expresses support for designating March 6, 2025, as “Great Lakes Day.” The measure underscores the importance of the Great Lakes—the five interconnected lakes that border eight states—and highlights their ecological, economic, and cultural significance. It cites the region’s waters, wildlife, recreational opportunities, and major role in drinking water supply, transportation, and employment. The resolution commits to preserving and protecting the Great Lakes, notably through programs such as the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, and urges all Americans and all levels of government to take additional actions, including efforts to protect Lake St. Clair. As a resolution, its effect is primarily symbolic and persuasive, signaling congressional support and potentially shaping awareness and policy emphasis rather than creating new laws or mandatory funding.
Key Points
- 1The resolution designates March 6, 2025, as “Great Lakes Day,” signaling congressional recognition and awareness of the Great Lakes region.
- 2It emphasizes the Great Lakes’ scope and importance, noting they border eight states and hold a critical share of U.S. and global freshwater resources.
- 3It highlights the ecological value of the region, including diverse wildlife and recreational opportunities, and notes Lake St. Clair as a central component of the Great Lakes system.
- 4It underscores the economic importance of the Great Lakes, including transportation, GDP, and employment supported by the region.
- 5It commits to preserving and protecting the Great Lakes through existing programs such as the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative and calls for expanded action by all Americans and all levels of government, with specific emphasis on safeguarding Lake St. Clair.