Florida Senate - 2021 (NP) SR By Senator Bradley 5-02369-21 20212024__ CODING: Words stricken are deletions; words underlined are additions. Senate Resolution A resolution recognizing April as “Springs Protection Awareness Month” in Florida. 3

WHEREAS, Florida’s springs are essential to the environment and the economy and to the residents of and visitors to this state, and

WHEREAS, Florida has one of the most productive aquifers in the world, which supports more than natural springs and gives this state one of the world’s highest concentrations of springs, and

WHEREAS, Florida is home to first-magnitude springs, and

WHEREAS, the groundwater supply is vital to the state’s economy, and approximately percent of Florida residents rely on it for their drinking water, and

WHEREAS, Florida’s springs reflect groundwater conditions and provide an important habitat for wildlife, making them a natural resource that must be protected, and

WHEREAS, Florida springs provide recreational enjoyment for residents and attract visitors from all over the world, and

WHEREAS, Florida’s springs discharge nearly billion gallons of water each day, and healthy springs reflect the State of Florida’s commitment to sustainable groundwater and surface water resource protection,

NOW, THEREFORE, 24

Be It Resolved by the Senate of the State of Florida: 26 That April is recognized as “Springs Protection Awareness Month” in Florida. 29