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Committee adopts resolution designating May 16–22 as National Safe Boating Week
Summary
House resolution 496, sponsored by Representative Hohenstein, designates May 16–22, 2026 as National Safe Boating Week in Pennsylvania; sponsor emphasized life jackets, no alcohol or drugs while boating, and having an emergency plan.
Paul read the resolution summary designating the week of May 16–22, 2026 as National Safe Boating Week in Pennsylvania. Representative Hohenstein, sponsor of the resolution, spoke about shoreline communities and wardens who patrol rivers and urged three core safety points: wear life jackets, avoid alcohol and drugs while boating, and make a plan so family members know where and how to reach you.
The committee reported and passed the resolution without recorded negative votes, and members were encouraged to film brief Safe Boating Week videos for constituents in room G21.
The resolution is ceremonial and expresses the committee's support for public education about safe boating practices rather than changing statutory requirements.
