This resolution expresses support for designating October 23, 2025 , as "National Marine Sanctuary Day," commemorating the 1972 Marine Protection, Research, and Sanctuaries Act. It highlights the National Marine Sanctuary System as a crucial network of underwater parks that conserves nationally significant natural, historical, and cultural resources across marine and Great Lakes waters. These sanctuaries provide vital habitats for wildlife, safeguard historic sites, and offer abundant recreational opportunities, contributing significantly to conservation, economic prosperity, and human well-being. The resolution emphasizes that national marine sanctuaries anchor marine and coastal economies by generating billions of dollars annually and supporting numerous jobs in fishing, tourism, recreation, and scientific sectors. They also connect communities through recreation, science, education, and stewardship, fostering community-based solutions for environmental protection and increasing coastal resilience. The House of Representatives encourages the public to responsibly visit, experience, and support these treasured sanctuaries, while also urging Federal agencies to collaborate in upholding the priorities of the Marine Protection, Research, and Sanctuaries Act of 1972.