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Proc 8956ProclamationObama · DCeremonial

Proclamation 8956

National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day, 2013

President Obama proclaimed April 9, 2013, as National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day, calling on Americans and government officials to honor former POWs, service members, and veterans through ceremonies and remembrance activities. The proclamation contains no binding policy directives, funding allocations, or regulatory changes.

Federal Register Open PDF 78 FR 21815

Impact dates

  1. National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day observance

Key directives

  • Proclaim April 9, 2013 as National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day
  • Call upon all Americans to observe this day of remembrance
  • Call upon Federal, State, and local government officials and organizations to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and activities

Timeline

Immediate

  • Proclamation takes effect upon signing; April 9, 2013 designated as observance day

Near term (90d)

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Long term

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Risks & tensions

None flagged.

Proclamation 8956: National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day, 2013 · Executive Orders