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Proc 9160ProclamationObama · DCeremonial

Proclamation 9160

National Wilderness Month, 2014

President Obama proclaims September 2014 as National Wilderness Month to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Wilderness Act and Land and Water Conservation Fund Act. The proclamation celebrates American conservation heritage, highlights protected wilderness areas, and encourages Americans to visit and protect natural spaces.

Federal Register Open PDF 79 FR 52949

Impact dates

  1. National Wilderness Month ends

  2. National Wilderness Month begins

Key directives

  • Proclaim September 2014 as National Wilderness Month
  • Invite all Americans to visit and enjoy wilderness areas
  • Invite Americans to learn about wilderness history
  • Invite Americans to aid in protection of national treasures

Timeline

Immediate

  • September 2014 designated as National Wilderness Month

Near term (90d)

  • Public invitation to visit wilderness areas during September 2014

Long term

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Risks & tensions

  • Document notes pending expiration of Land and Water Conservation Fund without congressional action, but this is contextual not directive
  • Proclamation contains no binding policy or funding mandates
Proclamation 9160: National Wilderness Month, 2014 · Executive Orders