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Proclamation 8612

International Day of Persons With Disabilities, 2010

Civil RightsCivil Rights

In simple terms

President Obama proclaimed December 3, 2010, as International Day of Persons with Disabilities, calling on Americans to observe the day with appropriate ceremonies and activities. The proclamation highlights U.S. commitment to disability rights, including signing the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and marking anniversaries of the Americans with Disabilities Act and Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.

Federal Register Open PDF 75 FR 76251

Record & deadlines

  1. Signed

    Signed by the President

  2. FR published

    Published in the Federal Register · 75 FR 76251

    Federal Register PDF

  3. International Day of Persons with Disabilities proclaimed and to be observed

Key directives

  • Proclaim December 3, 2010 as International Day of Persons with Disabilities
  • Call on all Americans to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies, activities, and programs

What to expect

Immediate

  • Proclamation of December 3, 2010 as International Day of Persons with Disabilities

Near term (90d)

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Long term

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Risks & tensions

None flagged.

Proclamation 8612: International Day of Persons With Disabilities, 2010 · Executive Orders