National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day, 2024

In simple terms

This proclamation designates April 9, 2024, as National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day to honor former POWs and their sacrifices. It calls on Americans and government officials to observe the day with ceremonies and activities, but contains no substantive policy directives, funding, or regulatory changes.

Federal Register Open PDF 89 FR 25747

Record & deadlines

Apr 8, 2024Signed
Signed by the President
Apr 11, 2024FR published
Published in the Federal Register · 89 FR 25747
Federal Register PDF
Apr 9, 2024
National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day observance

Key directives

proclaim April 9, 2024 as National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day
call upon Americans to observe this day by honoring former POWs
call upon Federal, State, and local government officials and organizations to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and activities

What to expect

Immediate

designation of April 9, 2024 as observance day

Near term (90d)

ceremonial observance on April 9, 2024

Long term

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Risks & tensions

no binding obligations on agencies or officials; 'call upon' language is hortatory not mandatory