On the recordApril 21, 2015
April is the month when pools, beaches, streams, and lakes across the United States open up for the spring and summer months. As a former collegiate swimmer, I feel compelled to ensure that everyone is safe in the water during the upcoming months. I am proud to introduce bipartisan H. Res. 205 with another former college swimmer, Representative Jim Bridenstine, on behalf of USA Masters Swimming Association and their president, Nadine Day, to declare April as National Learn to Swim Month. Last year, 3,335 Americans unintentionally drowned. The number of American adults and children that are unable to swim can be reduced, and we are in a position to speak out and prevent this. Swimming proficiency is a problem that we can solve together, and with the help of State governments we can highlight this so that we are able to make water activities safe for everyone. Please join me, Mr. Speaker, in declaring April as National Learn to Swim Month. ____________________
