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Proc 8940ProclamationObama · DCeremonial

Proclamation 8940

National Poison Prevention Week, 2013

President Obama proclaimed March 17-23, 2013 as National Poison Prevention Week, encouraging Americans to take precautions against accidental poisoning and properly store, use, and dispose of medications. The proclamation cites a 1961 congressional joint resolution authorizing the annual observance.

Federal Register Open PDF 78 FR 17069

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  • Proclamation designates March 17-23, 2013 as National Poison Prevention Week

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