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Proc 9036ProclamationObama · DCeremonial

Proclamation 9036

Child Health Day, 2013

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In simple terms

This proclamation designates Monday, October 7, 2013, as Child Health Day, calling on families, health professionals, community organizations, and governments to help ensure children's health. It highlights existing administration initiatives including anti-bullying efforts, the Let's Move! campaign against childhood obesity, Affordable Care Act benefits for children, and environmental regulations to reduce pollution and toxic emissions.

Federal Register Open PDF 78 FR 62309

Record & deadlines

  1. Signed

    Signed by the President

  2. FR published

    Published in the Federal Register · 78 FR 62309

    Federal Register PDF

  3. Child Health Day observance

Key directives

  • proclaim Monday, October 7, 2013 as Child Health Day
  • call upon families, child health professionals, faith-based and community organizations, and all levels of government to help ensure America's children stay healthy

What to expect

Immediate

  • October 7, 2013 designated as Child Health Day

Near term (90d)

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Long term

—

Risks & tensions

  • Proclamation describes past and ongoing policy actions (ACA, Let's Move!, EPA rules) but does not create new obligations; rhetorical commitment without enforceable mandates
  • References to controversial policies (ACA, climate regulations) embed political positioning within ceremonial text
Proclamation 9036: Child Health Day, 2013 · Executive Orders