House would back global efforts to prevent drowning deaths and promote water safety.
The House of Representatives would formally support World Drowning Prevention Day. This means more attention would be given to preventing drowning worldwide, and governments would be encouraged to work together on new safety policies. The goal is to highlight the serious impact of drowning on families and communities and promote lifesaving solutions.
Today, the United Nations General Assembly has declared July 25 as World Drowning Prevention Day, and the World Health Organization has identified key ways to prevent drowning. If this bill passes, the U.S. House of Representatives would formally support this day and encourage governments worldwide to work together on new policies and investments to prevent drowning.
HRES 606 · 119th Congress · July 23, 2025 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 10/10
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