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Proc 8799ProclamationObama · DCeremonial

Proclamation 8799

National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day, 2012

President Obama proclaimed April 9, 2012 as National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day, calling on Americans and government officials at all levels to honor former POWs, service members, and veterans through ceremonies and observances. The proclamation contains no substantive policy directives, regulatory changes, or agency mandates.

Federal Register Open PDF 77 FR 22183

Impact dates

  1. National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day observance

Key directives

  • proclaim April 9, 2012 as National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day
  • call upon all Americans to observe this day by honoring American prisoners of war, service members, and veterans
  • call upon Federal, State, and local government officials and organizations to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and activities

Timeline

Immediate

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Near term (90d)

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Long term

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Risks & tensions

None flagged.

Proclamation 8799: National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day, 2012 · Executive Orders