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Proc 8674ProclamationObama · DCeremonial

Proclamation 8674

Emergency Medical Services Week, 2011

President Obama proclaimed May 15-21, 2011 as Emergency Medical Services Week, recognizing EMTs, paramedics, first responders, and related personnel for their life-saving work. The proclamation encourages Americans to support local EMS providers and improve personal safety preparedness, while referencing recent legislation (James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Act) and the Federal EMS for Children program.

Federal Register Open PDF 76 FR 29133

Impact dates

  1. Start of Emergency Medical Services Week observance

Key directives

  • Proclaim May 15 through May 21, 2011 as Emergency Medical Services Week
  • Encourage Americans to observe by supporting local EMS providers and improving personal safety/preparedness

Timeline

Immediate

  • Proclamation of EMS Week for May 15-21, 2011

Near term (90d)

  • Observance period May 15-21, 2011

Long term

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Risks & tensions

None flagged.

Proclamation 8674: Emergency Medical Services Week, 2011 · Executive Orders