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Proc 8778ProclamationObama · DCeremonial

Proclamation 8778

American Red Cross Month, 2012

President Obama proclaimed March 2012 as American Red Cross Month, honoring the organization's 130+ years of humanitarian service and encouraging Americans to support relief organizations through programs, ceremonies, and activities. The proclamation is purely commemorative with no binding policy directives, agency mandates, or regulatory changes.

Federal Register Open PDF 77 FR 13181

Impact dates

  1. Proclamation effective; March 2012 designated as American Red Cross Month

Key directives

  • Proclaim March 2012 as American Red Cross Month
  • Encourage Americans to observe with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities
  • Encourage support for service and relief organizations

Timeline

Immediate

  • Proclamation takes effect upon signing; March 2012 designated as American Red Cross Month

Near term (90d)

  • Month-long observance during March 2012

Long term

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Risks & tensions

  • No substantive policy content; purely honorific and hortatory language
Proclamation 8778: American Red Cross Month, 2012 · Executive Orders