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Proc 8889ProclamationObama · DCeremonial

Proclamation 8889

Blind Americans Equality Day, 2012

This proclamation designates October 15, 2012, as 'Blind Americans Equality Day' and calls on Americans to observe the day with appropriate ceremonies and programs. It highlights ongoing administration efforts to improve accessibility for blind and visually impaired Americans through implementation of the 21st Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act, Section 508 compliance, and STEM education initiatives.

Federal Register Open PDF 77 FR 64219

Impact dates

  1. Blind Americans Equality Day proclaimed and to be observed

Key directives

  • Proclaim October 15, 2012, as Blind Americans Equality Day
  • Call upon public officials, business and community leaders, educators, librarians, and Americans to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies, activities, and programs

Timeline

Immediate

  • Proclamation of October 15, 2012 as Blind Americans Equality Day

Near term (90d)

  • Observation of designated day with ceremonies and programs

Long term

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Risks & tensions

  • Document describes ongoing efforts rather than creating new binding obligations
  • Call to observe is hortatory with no enforcement mechanism
  • References to prior law (Public Law 88-628) and ongoing agency activities without new mandates
Proclamation 8889: Blind Americans Equality Day, 2012 · Executive Orders