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Proc 8401ProclamationObama · DCeremonial

Proclamation 8401

Fiftieth Anniversary of Hawaii Statehood

President Obama proclaimed August 21, 2009 as the Fiftieth Anniversary of Hawaii Statehood, calling on Americans to observe the day with appropriate programs and ceremonies. The proclamation commemorates Hawaii's admission to the Union on August 21, 1959, and celebrates Native Hawaiian culture and contributions.

Federal Register Open PDF 74 FR 43025

Impact dates

  1. Fiftieth Anniversary of Hawaii Statehood observance day

Key directives

  • Proclaim August 21, 2009 as Fiftieth Anniversary of Hawaii Statehood
  • Call upon people of the United States to observe this day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities

Timeline

Immediate

  • Proclamation issued designating August 21, 2009 as anniversary observance

Near term (90d)

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Long term

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Risks & tensions

None flagged.

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