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Proclamation 8976

Military Spouse Appreciation Day, 2013

This proclamation designates May 10, 2013 as Military Spouse Appreciation Day, celebrating the sacrifices of military spouses and calling on Americans to honor them with ceremonies and activities. The document also highlights existing administration efforts to support military families through childcare, education, mortgage assistance, and the Joining Forces initiative to expand employment opportunities.

Federal Register Open PDF 78 FR 28463

Impact dates

  1. Military Spouse Appreciation Day observance

Key directives

  • Proclaim May 10, 2013 as Military Spouse Appreciation Day
  • Call upon people of the United States to honor military spouses with appropriate ceremonies and activities

Timeline

Immediate

  • May 10, 2013 designated as Military Spouse Appreciation Day

Near term (90d)

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Long term

—

Risks & tensions

None flagged.

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