Public Law 95–364

Joint Resolution

Authorizing and requesting the President of the United States to issue a proclamation designating the seven calendar days beginning September 17, 1978, as “National Port Week”.

Whereas the United States coastal and inland ports make a direct and significant contribution to our national economic well-being; and

Whereas much of the history of the United States has been shaped by its ports and interconnecting inland waterways and greatly influenced the growth of various communities; and

Whereas ports, in serving United States waterborne commerce, generate significant employment and direct dollar income to the local and regional economies they serve, as well as have a major impact on employment and production in areas far distant from their location; and

Whereas United States ports provide a wide variety of services and activities essential to the smooth and efficient conduct of foreign trade and have a direct impact on our balance of payments; and

Whereas American ports are a vital asset in maintaining a strong posture in national security: Now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled,

Approved September 15, 1978.