H.Res. 822 is a symbolic resolution supporting the designation of October 23, 2025, as "National Marine Sanctuary Day" to commemorate the anniversary of the Marine Protection, Research, and Sanctuaries Act of 1972, which established the National Marine Sanctuary System. The resolution celebrates the network of underwater parks that protect important marine ecosystems, historical shipwrecks, and cultural sites across U.S. ocean and Great Lakes waters. It highlights the sanctuaries' contributions to the economy—generating billions of dollars annually through fishing, tourism, and recreation—while also supporting conservation, wildlife habitat protection, and coastal resilience. The resolution encourages Americans to visit and support these sanctuaries and calls on federal agencies to coordinate their efforts in advancing the goals of marine conservation and public access. No funding is required since this is a non-binding resolution that simply expresses congressional support for recognizing this observance.
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