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Proc 8496ProclamationObama · DCeremonial

Proclamation 8496

National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day, 2010

President Obama proclaimed April 9, 2010, as National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day, calling on Americans and government officials to honor former POWs and their families through ceremonies and observances. The proclamation contains no substantive policy directives, funding allocations, or regulatory changes.

Federal Register Open PDF 75 FR 19183

Impact dates

  1. Proclamation of April 9, 2010 as National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day

Key directives

  • Proclaim April 9, 2010, as National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day
  • Call upon all Americans to observe this day of remembrance
  • Call upon Federal, State, and local government officials and organizations to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and activities

Timeline

Immediate

  • Proclamation of April 9, 2010 as National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day

Near term (90d)

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Long term

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Risks & tensions

None flagged.

Proclamation 8496: National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day, 2010 · Executive Orders