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PORTLAND, Ore. — In what officials are calling a major step forward for aquatic inclusivity, Oregon announced this week that all public swimming pools will be required to employ at least one certified drag queen lifeguard during Pride Month.

The new program, officially known as the Aquatic Fabulousness Initiative, is scheduled to begin immediately and will affect public pools from Astoria to Ashland.

According to state officials, traditional lifeguard certifications are no longer enough.

“We realized there was a serious lack of fabulousness in pool safety,” said one spokesperson. “Oregonians deserve lifeguards who can both perform a water rescue and deliver a dramatic entrance.”

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