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Proc 9021ProclamationObama · DCeremonial

Proclamation 9021

National POW/MIA Recognition Day, 2013

President Obama proclaimed September 20, 2013 as National POW/MIA Recognition Day, calling on Americans to honor prisoners of war and those missing in action through ceremonies and activities. The proclamation specifies that the POW/MIA flag will be flown at designated federal locations including the White House, Capitol, and military memorials.

Federal Register Open PDF 78 FR 58865

Impact dates

  1. National POW/MIA Recognition Day; POW/MIA flag flown at designated locations

Key directives

  • Proclaim September 20, 2013 as National POW/MIA Recognition Day
  • Urge all Americans to observe with appropriate ceremonies and activities

Timeline

Immediate

  • POW/MIA flag flown at designated federal locations on September 20, 2013

Near term (90d)

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Long term

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Risks & tensions

None flagged.

Proclamation 9021: National POW/MIA Recognition Day, 2013 · Executive Orders