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Proc 9426ProclamationObama · DCeremonial

Proclamation 9426

Earth Day, 2016

This proclamation designates April 22, 2016 as Earth Day, recounts the history of Earth Day since 1970, highlights U.S. climate achievements under the Obama administration, and encourages Americans to participate in environmental protection activities. It references the Paris Agreement signing occurring that day and describes U.S. clean energy investments and climate policies.

Federal Register Open PDF 81 FR 24453

Impact dates

  1. Earth Day designation takes effect

Key directives

  • Proclaim April 22, 2016 as Earth Day
  • Encourage all Americans to participate in programs and activities that will protect our environment and contribute to a healthy, sustainable future

Timeline

Immediate

  • April 22, 2016 designated as Earth Day
  • Encouragement to Americans to participate in environmental programs

Near term (90d)

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Long term

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Risks & tensions

  • Document is purely commemorative with no binding policy directives; rhetorical emphasis on climate action and Paris Agreement without operational mandates
Proclamation 9426: Earth Day, 2016 · Executive Orders