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                                 THIRD READING


          Bill No:  SCR 46
          Author:   Harman (R)
          Amended:  As introduced
          Vote:     21

           
          WITHOUT REFERENCE TO COMMITTEE OR FILE


           SUBJECT  :    Aquatics Safety Month

           SOURCE  :     Author


           DIGEST  :    This resolution declares May as Aquatics Safety  
          Month.

           ANALYSIS  :    

          Resolution findings:

          1. Self-directed and organized forms of recreation and the  
             creative uses of free time are vital to ensure  
             productive and happy lives of all our citizens.

          2. Athletic and recreational programs throughout the State  
             of California encompass a multitude of activities that  
             can result in personal accomplishment,  
             self-satisfaction, and family unity for all citizens,  
             regardless of their background, ability level, or age.

          3. The most popular sports and recreational activities  
             identified by American Sports Data, Inc.'s "2008  
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             Superstudy of Sports Participation" are swimming,  
             walking, jogging, bicycling, and weight training.

          4. The State of California is blessed with miles of beach  
             front, lakes, rivers, and swimming pools, both public  
             and private.

          5. The State of California should recognize that swimming  
             and aquatic-related activities provide an affordable  
             avenue for exercise and physical activity necessary for  
             good physical and mental health, and that participation  
             in swimming and aquatic activities enhances the quality  
             of life for all people.

          6. The State of California is extremely proud of the  
             swimming facilities, aquatic programs, trained aquatic  
             professionals who are responsible for the safety and  
             well-being of swimmers and aquatic participants, and for  
             the contributions of aquatics in providing to all ages  
             healthy places to recreate, learn, maintain, achieve  
             fitness objectives, and to build confidence and a sense  
             of self-worth, all of which ultimately contribute to the  
             quality of life in our communities and throughout the  
             state.

          This resolution declares May as Aquatics Safety Month.

           FISCAL EFFECT  :    Fiscal Com.:  No

          CTW:do  5/12/09   Senate Floor Analyses 

                       SUPPORT/OPPOSITION:  NONE RECEIVED

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