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Proc 9324--ProclamationObama · DCeremonial

Proclamation 9324--

National POW/MIA Recognition Day, 2015

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In simple terms

This proclamation designates September 18, 2015 as National POW/MIA Recognition Day, calling on Americans to honor prisoners of war and those missing in action through ceremonies and remembrance activities. It also notes the establishment of the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency to recover and account for missing service members.

Federal Register Open PDF 80 FR 57279

Record & deadlines

  1. Signed

    Signed by the President

  2. FR published

    Published in the Federal Register · 80 FR 57279

    Federal Register PDF

  3. National POW/MIA Recognition Day observance and flag display

Key directives

  • Proclaim September 18, 2015 as National POW/MIA Recognition Day
  • Urge all Americans to observe with appropriate ceremonies and activities
  • POW/MIA flag flown at specified locations on September 18, 2015

What to expect

Immediate

  • September 18, 2015 designated as National POW/MIA Recognition Day
  • POW/MIA flag flown at specified federal locations on September 18, 2015

Near term (90d)

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Long term

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Risks & tensions

None flagged.

Proclamation 9324--: National POW/MIA Recognition Day, 2015 · Executive Orders