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Proclamation 10454

National Public Lands Day, 2022

This proclamation designates September 24, 2022, as National Public Lands Day, a ceremonial observance encouraging Americans to volunteer in conserving public lands and offering free admission to federally managed sites for one day. It describes ongoing administration priorities including the America the Beautiful Initiative, Civilian Climate Corps, and restored monument protections, but contains no binding policy directives or mandates.

Federal Register Open PDF 87 FR 58707

Impact dates

  1. National Public Lands Day observance and free admission

Key directives

  • Proclaim September 24, 2022 as National Public Lands Day
  • Encourage Americans to join in a day of service for public lands
  • Invite Americans to express gratitude to staff and volunteers

Timeline

Immediate

  • Free admission to federally managed public lands on September 24, 2022

Near term (90d)

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Long term

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Risks & tensions

  • References to 'Inflation Reduction Act' and 'America the Beautiful Initiative' describe existing programs, not new commitments triggered by this proclamation
  • Mention of 30% conservation goal by 2030 is aspirational and voluntary, not a binding deadline created by this document
  • 'Civilian Climate Corps' described with 'hope to put Americans to work'—language is aspirational, not directive
Proclamation 10454: National Public Lands Day, 2022 · Executive Orders