Proc 8839ProclamationObama · DCeremonial

Proclamation 8839

Father's Day, 2012

In simple terms

This proclamation designates June 17, 2012, as Father's Day and calls for the display of the U.S. flag on all government buildings. It includes ceremonial language honoring fathers and mentions ongoing administration efforts to promote responsible fatherhood, but contains no substantive policy directives or binding mandates beyond the traditional flag display.

Record & deadlines

  1. Signed

    Signed by the President

  2. FR published

    Published in the Federal Register · 77 FR 37259

  3. Father's Day flag display on government buildings

Key directives

  • Display the flag of the United States on all Government buildings on June 17, 2012

Who is ordered

What to expect

Immediate

  • Flag display on government buildings for June 17, 2012

Near term (90d)

—

Long term

—

Risks & tensions

None flagged.

Proclamation 8839: Father's Day, 2012 · Executive Orders