Loading chat...
FL S2146
Resolution
Status
3/7/2012
Primary Sponsor
Jack Latvala
Click for details
AI Summary
-
Recognizes the Clearwater Marine Aquarium for rehabilitating the dolphin "Winter," who was injured in a crab trap and required tail amputation.
-
Acknowledges the 2011 Warner Brothers film "Dolphin Tale" based on Winter's story, which stimulated the economy of Clearwater and the Tampa Bay area.
-
Credits Hanger Prosthetics and Orthotics, Inc. for developing Winter's prosthetic tail and Winter's Gel, now used by thousands of prosthetic users.
-
Honors the aquarium's efforts in inspiring individuals with prosthetics, particularly children and veterans returning from Middle East conflicts.
-
Directs the Florida Senate to present an official copy of the resolution to the Clearwater Marine Aquarium as recognition of the institution's heroic efforts in education, rescue, and rehabilitation.
Legislative Description
Clearwater Marine Aquarium
Last Action
Adopted -SJ 1137
3/9/2012