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Proc 8908ProclamationObama · DCeremonial

Proclamation 8908

Thanksgiving Day, 2012

President Obama proclaimed Thursday, November 22, 2012 as a National Day of Thanksgiving, encouraging Americans to gather with family and friends, give thanks for blessings, and share with those in need. The proclamation contains no policy directives, mandates, or regulatory changes.

Federal Register Open PDF 77 FR 70679

Impact dates

  1. National Day of Thanksgiving proclaimed

Key directives

  • Proclaim Thursday, November 22, 2012 as National Day of Thanksgiving
  • Encourage people to join together in homes, places of worship, community centers to give thanks and share bounty

Timeline

Immediate

  • Thanksgiving Day observance on November 22, 2012

Near term (90d)

—

Long term

—

Risks & tensions

None flagged.

Proclamation 8908: Thanksgiving Day, 2012 · Executive Orders