Supporting the designation of October 23, 2025, as "National Marine Sanctuary Day".

House Resolution

H.Res. 822

119th Congress

Supporting the designation of October 23, 2025, as "National Marine Sanctuary Day".

In Committee

Introduced:Oct 21, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Jared Huffman

D - CA

Cosponsors

12

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Summary

Supports designation of October 23, 2025 as National Marine Sanctuary Day, commemorating the 1972 Marine Protection, Research, and Sanctuaries Act. Celebrates the National Marine Sanctuary System's role in ocean conservation, maritime heritage preservation, and coastal economy support.

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

Supports designation of October 23, 2025 as National Marine Sanctuary Day, commemorating the 1972 Marine Protection, Research, and Sanctuaries Act. Celebrates the National Marine Sanctuary System's role in ocean conservation, maritime heritage preservation, and coastal economy support.

Last updated: 12/29/2025

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Supports October 23, 2025 as National Marine Sanctuary Day
Commemorates 1972 Marine Protection, Research, and Sanctuaries Act
Recognizes sanctuaries generate billions and support jobs
Highlights protection of historic shipwrecks and cultural sites
Encourages responsible visitation and ocean recreation

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

Coastal communities, tourism operators, and conservation organizations would receive recognition of marine sanctuary benefits. Resolution promotes ocean conservation awareness as U.S. approaches 250th anniversary without creating binding policy.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

822, 119th Congress (2025). "Supporting the designation of October 23, 2025, as "National Marine Sanctuary Day".". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-hres-822