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Proc 8696ProclamationObama · DCeremonial

Proclamation 8696

World Hepatitis Day, 2011

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In simple terms

This proclamation designates July 28, 2011, as World Hepatitis Day to raise awareness about viral hepatitis, which affects millions of Americans, many of whom are undiagnosed. It highlights the Obama Administration's Action Plan for viral hepatitis prevention and notes Affordable Care Act coverage for hepatitis-related services, while encouraging public engagement in awareness activities.

Federal Register Open PDF 76 FR 46183

Record & deadlines

  1. Signed

    Signed by the President

  2. FR published

    Published in the Federal Register · 76 FR 46183

    Federal Register PDF

  3. World Hepatitis Day designation takes effect

Key directives

  • proclaim July 28, 2011 as World Hepatitis Day
  • encourage citizens, Government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and communities to join awareness activities

What to expect

Immediate

  • July 28, 2011 designated as World Hepatitis Day

Near term (90d)

  • encouraged awareness activities by citizens, agencies, nonprofits, and communities

Long term

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Risks & tensions

  • no binding mandates; purely hortatory
  • reference to Affordable Care Act coverage and Administration Action Plan are descriptive of existing policy, not new directives
Proclamation 8696: World Hepatitis Day, 2011 · Executive Orders