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Proc 8534ProclamationObama · DCeremonial

Proclamation 8534

King Kamehameha Day, 2010

President Obama proclaimed June 11, 2010 as King Kamehameha Day to mark the 200th anniversary of the unification of the Hawaiian Islands. The proclamation commemorates Hawaiian history and heritage, acknowledges past injustices against Native Hawaiians, and calls upon Americans to celebrate with appropriate ceremonies and activities.

Federal Register Open PDF 75 FR 34307

Impact dates

  1. King Kamehameha Day observance

Key directives

  • Proclaim June 11, 2010 as King Kamehameha Day
  • Call upon all Americans to celebrate Hawaii's rich heritage with appropriate ceremonies and activities

Timeline

Immediate

  • Proclamation takes effect upon issuance; June 11, 2010 designated as King Kamehameha Day

Near term (90d)

  • One-day observance on June 11, 2010

Long term

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Risks & tensions

  • Acknowledgment of historical injustice against Native Hawaiians without accompanying policy action may draw criticism
Proclamation 8534: King Kamehameha Day, 2010 · Executive Orders