That the Senate—
supports the goals and ideals of National Water Safety Month;
supports promoting awareness of water safety by increasing public education and awareness;
acknowledges the grief of families who have faced the loss of a loved one, and commends the families who, in their grief, choose to promote and educate the public on water safety;
encourages States, localities, and territories of the United States to—
support the goals and ideals of National Water Safety Month by issuing a proclamation to designate May 2017 as “National Water Safety Month”;
support the adoption of codes and standards that provide safety requirements that may decrease the incidence of drowning; and
engage in and encourage public awareness campaigns, including campaigns that educate individuals on—
how to swim;
layers of protection; and
adult supervision;
recognizes the vital role that swimming and aquatic-related activities play in maintaining physical and mental health and enhancing quality of life;
encourages efforts to educate the public about water safety to prevent drownings and recreational water-related injuries; and
understands the vital importance of communicating water safety rules and programs to families and individuals of all ages, including owners of private pools, users of public swimming facilities, and visitors to waterparks.