Bill > SRes819

This Resolution officially designates September 25, 2024, as "National Lobster Day" and encourages people across the United States to celebrate this occasion with suitable events and activities. The resolution highlights the significant historical, economic, and cultural importance of lobsters in the U.S., noting their role as a long-standing economic driver and family tradition, providing livelihoods for thousands through catching, processing, and serving. It also emphasizes the lobster industry's commitment to sustainability for over 150 years, ensuring the health of lobster populations and marine environments, and acknowledges lobster's popularity as a versatile, nutritious food enjoyed in various culinary creations and holiday traditions, even inspiring innovation in diverse fields and serving as a cultural symbol.