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Supporting the designation of a "National Learn to Swim Week" beginning on the 4th Sunday in June.

USA119th CongressHRES-1392| House 
| Updated: 6/25/2026
Donald Norcross

Donald Norcross

Democratic Representative

New Jersey

Cosponsors (6)
Troy A. Carter (Democratic)Don Bacon (Republican)Eleanor Holmes Norton (Democratic)Timothy M. Kennedy (Democratic)William R. Keating (Democratic)Debbie Wasserman Schultz (Democratic)

Energy and Commerce Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This resolution advocates for the designation of a "National Learn to Swim Week" , beginning on the fourth Sunday in June, to significantly raise awareness about water safety and encourage proactive measures to prevent drowning. It underscores that drowning is the leading cause of death for children aged 1 to 4 and a major cause of unintentional injury death across all age groups, with formal swimming lessons proven to reduce this risk by 88 percent among young children. The resolution also acknowledges that underserved communities face disproportionately high drowning risks due to limited access to swimming areas, lessons, and financial barriers. The House of Representatives asserts that learning to swim is a lifesaving skill that every individual should have the opportunity to acquire. It urges Federal, State, and local governments to promote and support access to swimming lessons through public funding, education, and community partnerships. Furthermore, it encourages schools and youth organizations to integrate water safety education into their programs and calls on Congress to support a national effort to reduce drowning deaths, including through the U.S. National Water Safety Action Plan, expanded instruction, public awareness campaigns, and infrastructure investment.
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Timeline
Jun 25, 2026
Submitted in House
Jun 25, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
  • June 25, 2026
    Submitted in House


  • June 25, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Supporting the designation of a "National Learn to Swim Week" beginning on the 4th Sunday in June.

USA119th CongressHRES-1392| House 
| Updated: 6/25/2026
This resolution advocates for the designation of a "National Learn to Swim Week" , beginning on the fourth Sunday in June, to significantly raise awareness about water safety and encourage proactive measures to prevent drowning. It underscores that drowning is the leading cause of death for children aged 1 to 4 and a major cause of unintentional injury death across all age groups, with formal swimming lessons proven to reduce this risk by 88 percent among young children. The resolution also acknowledges that underserved communities face disproportionately high drowning risks due to limited access to swimming areas, lessons, and financial barriers. The House of Representatives asserts that learning to swim is a lifesaving skill that every individual should have the opportunity to acquire. It urges Federal, State, and local governments to promote and support access to swimming lessons through public funding, education, and community partnerships. Furthermore, it encourages schools and youth organizations to integrate water safety education into their programs and calls on Congress to support a national effort to reduce drowning deaths, including through the U.S. National Water Safety Action Plan, expanded instruction, public awareness campaigns, and infrastructure investment.
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Timeline
Jun 25, 2026
Submitted in House
Jun 25, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
  • June 25, 2026
    Submitted in House


  • June 25, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Donald Norcross

Donald Norcross

Democratic Representative

New Jersey

Cosponsors (6)
Troy A. Carter (Democratic)Don Bacon (Republican)Eleanor Holmes Norton (Democratic)Timothy M. Kennedy (Democratic)William R. Keating (Democratic)Debbie Wasserman Schultz (Democratic)

Energy and Commerce Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted