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THIRD READING
Bill No: SCR 48
Author: Hueso (D), et al.
Amended: As introduced
Vote: 21
SUBJECT : Swimmable California Day
SOURCE : Author
DIGEST : This resolution proclaims July 25, 2013, as Swimmable
California Day to recognize Californians rights to clean and
safe waters for swimming and other appropriate activities, and
encourages Californians to enjoy and use their waters.
ANALYSIS : This resolution makes the following legislative
findings:
1. The California State Legislature passed the California
Porter-Cologne Water Quality Control Act in 1969 to entrust
the State Water Board and nine Regional Boards with broad
duties and powers to preserve and enhance all beneficial uses
of waters of the state, including, but not limited to,
recreation.
2. Continued efforts are needed to address polluted storm water
runoff, trash, and other threats to the health of
California's ocean, coastline, and waters.
3. California coastal areas, beaches, estuaries, rivers,
streams, and lakes enhance the quality of life and well-being
of Californians.
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4. An estimated 238 million people use and enjoy California's
beaches each year.
5. Urban rivers and other waters provide free exercise and
recreational opportunities for low-income communities that
might otherwise have limited access to natural environments
or open spaces.
6. California depends on clean water for its recreational and
eco-tourism, fishing industry, international ports, and other
coastal or ocean dependent industries.
7. California's ocean economy generates more than $40 billion
annually, with the tourism and recreation sectors accounting
for 76% of all coastal employment.
This resolution proclaims July 25, 2013, as Swimmable California
Day to recognize Californians' rights to clean and safe waters
for swimming and other appropriate activities, and encourages
Californians to enjoy and use their waters.
FISCAL EFFECT : Fiscal Com.: No
SUPPORT : (Verified 6/11/13)
California Coastkeeper
RM:d 6/12/13 Senate Floor Analyses
SUPPORT/OPPOSITION: SEE ABOVE
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