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Proc 9421ProclamationObama · DCeremonial

Proclamation 9421

National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day, 2016

President Obama proclaimed April 9, 2016 as National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day, calling on Americans and government officials to honor former POWs, service members, and veterans through ceremonies and observances.

Federal Register Open PDF 81 FR 22019

Impact dates

  1. National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day observance

Key directives

  • Proclaim April 9, 2016 as National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day
  • Call upon all Americans to observe this day by honoring American prisoners of war, service members, and veterans
  • Call upon Federal, State, and local government officials and organizations to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and activities

Timeline

Immediate

  • Proclamation effective upon signing
  • April 9, 2016 designated as observance day

Near term (90d)

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Long term

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Risks & tensions

None flagged.

Proclamation 9421: National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day, 2016 · Executive Orders