# What This Bill Does

This is a simple resolution that officially designates one specific week in 2021—September 19 through September 25—as "National Estuaries Week" across the United States. An estuary is where a river meets the ocean and freshwater mixes with saltwater, creating unique ecosystems that support fish, birds, and other wildlife.

# Who This Affects and Why It Matters

This bill doesn't create any new laws or regulations, and it doesn't require anyone to do anything or spend money. Instead, it's a symbolic gesture meant to raise awareness about estuaries and their importance to the environment and our communities. During that designated week, government agencies, environmental organizations, schools, and communities are encouraged to hold events, educational programs, and activities that help people understand why these coastal areas matter.

# Real-World Impact

If you live near an estuary—like the Chesapeake Bay, San Francisco Bay, or the Mississippi River Delta—this week might mean local events where you can learn about the ecosystem or participate in cleanup efforts. For most people, the practical effect is minimal, but the resolution signals that Congress thinks estuaries are worth protecting and worth learning about. It's the kind of bill that helps draw public attention to environmental issues without imposing requirements or restrictions on anyone's daily life.

A resolution designating the week of September 19 through September 25, 2021, as "National Estuaries Week".

Whitehouse, Sheldon

 <p>This resolution designates the week of September 19-September 25, 2021, as National Estuaries Week.</p>