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This resolution urges Governor Cuomo to declare July 2017 as Boating Safety Awareness Month in New York State.
Why it matters
Highlights growing safety concerns. The resolution draws attention to a rising number of boating-related deaths in New York, underlining a trend that could affect anyone enjoying the state’s waterways, particularly during peak summer months.
Points to gaps in boater education. It emphasizes that many boaters have not taken safety courses, suggesting that current regulations may not go far enough to ensure everyone on the water understands navigation laws and safe practices.
Promotes collective responsibility. By urging statewide awareness and participation, the resolution seeks to foster a culture of safety and shared vigilance, potentially reducing accidents and saving lives.
Uses personal stories to drive policy. The tragic story of Bryan Johnson is cited as a catalyst, making the case for proactive awareness efforts by connecting policy to real-world consequences.
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Declare Boating Safety Month
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Senate Resolution No. 3034 BY: Senator CARLUCCI MEMORIALIZING Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim July 2017, as Boating Safety Awareness Month in the State of New York WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize official months that are… Show allHide
Senate Resolution No. 3034 BY: Senator CARLUCCI MEMORIALIZING Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim July 2017, as Boating Safety Awareness Month in the State of New York WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize official months that are set aside to increase awareness of issues that affect the lives of citizens of New York State; and WHEREAS, The month of July is the height of summer, where water-based activities such as boating are at their peak; and WHEREAS, In 2012, Bryan Johnson lost his life in a tragic boating accident; and WHEREAS, In 2013 legislation was enacted that mandates that anyone born after 1996 take an eight hour boating safety course; and WHEREAS, There was 22 deaths related to recreational boating in New York State in 2016, up from 16 in 2015; and WHEREAS, Inexperienced and/or reckless boaters cause a great deal of danger and property damage when they irresponsibly operate at excessive speeds while not obeying navigation laws or do not understand the laws; and WHEREAS, Many boaters have never taken a boating safety course and, while they may think they are abiding by the navigation laws, they put themselves, as well as others, in danger; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body reaffirms its commitment to fostering continuing attention to boating safety in New York State, and encourages all New Yorkers to participate in Boating Safety Awareness Month; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim July 2017, as Boating Safety Awareness Month in the State of New York; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to The Honorable Andrew M. Cuomo, Governor of the State of New York.
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