Jared Huffman (D-CA)
Supporting the designation of October 23, 2025, as "National Marine Sanctuary Day".
A Democratic resolution with 2 Republican cosponsors · See all 12 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This resolution supports designating October 23, 2025, as National Marine Sanctuary Day. It honors the 1972 law that started this conservation era and highlights the nationwide network of underwater parks. The text notes that these sanctuaries protect wildlife habitats, historic shipwrecks, and cultural sites while supporting coastal economies and tourism. It encourages people to responsibly visit these waters and recognizes their importance for recreation and conservation. Finally, the measure encourages federal agencies to work together to support the priorities of the original 1972 act.
Yes· 3 of 14
- Scored +4
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?
The resolution celebrates the National Marine Sanctuary System's role in conserving wildlife habitats and marine ecosystems.
- Scored +3
Does this better protect public land such as parks and forests?
The bill supports the management and preservation of underwater public parks and natural resources.
- Scored +2
Would business owners be better off under this?
Supports small businesses and commercial sectors reliant on marine tourism and recreation.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Support for Recreation and Tourism: Under Resolved (2) and Resolved (3), the resolution encourages people to responsibly visit and recreate in national marine sanctuaries and recognizes their importance for recreational opportunities and local economies. This is positive because it promotes outdoor activities and supports jobs in tourism and recreation sectors.
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Environmental and Cultural Protection: Under Resolved (4) and Resolved (5), the resolution acknowledges the importance of sanctuaries for conservation and cultural preservation, while celebrating the system's ability to protect significant ocean and Great Lakes places. This benefits the public by safeguarding wildlife habitats, historic shipwrecks, and sacred cultural places.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- None Identified: The provided text does not contain any specific sections or provisions that outline negative consequences, burdens, or penalties for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would business owners be better off under this? — Supports small businesses and commercial sectors reliant on marine tourism and recreation. Would children be better off under this? — Promotes outdoor recreation and environmental education in public waters. Would people in middle age be better off under this? — Supports recreational opportunities and coastal tourism. Would middle-income households be better off under this? — Encourages accessible public outdoor recreation and tourism opportunities. Would retired people be better off under this? — Promotes outdoor recreation and heritage appreciation suitable for retirees. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — Supports coastal and Great Lakes communities connected to marine sanctuaries. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — Supports recreational access and community heritage preservation. Would students be better off under this? — Encourages education and stewardship of marine and aquatic ecosystems. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — Encourages outdoor recreation and enjoyment of national marine sanctuaries.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this better protect air, water and wildlife? — The resolution celebrates the National Marine Sanctuary System's role in conserving wildlife habitats and marine ecosystems. Does this better protect public land such as parks and forests? — The bill supports the management and preservation of underwater public parks and natural resources.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to grow the economy? — The measure highlights how marine sanctuaries generate billions annually and support local tourism economies. Does this make it easier to run a small business? — The resolution acknowledges the importance of marine sanctuaries in supporting local coastal businesses and tourism. Is this likely to create jobs? — The resolution supports coastal economies and tourism sectors tied to national marine sanctuaries.
- 12/18/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 10/21/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
- 11 Cosponsors added.
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