Recognizes February 2, 2025, as World Wetlands Day.
This resolution recognizes February 2, 2025, as World Wetlands Day. It highlights the importance of wetlands for human life, providing freshwater, food, and raw materials, and protecting against floods and disasters. The resolution emphasizes the role of wetlands in maintaining ecological balance and cultural well-being. It also notes that coastal wetlands in the Northeast United States prevented $625 million in direct flood damages during Hurricane Sandy. The resolution directs that a copy be sent to the Secretary General of the United Nations.
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