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Proc 9501ProclamationObama · DCeremonial

Proclamation 9501

National Public Lands Day, 2016

This proclamation designates September 24, 2016 as National Public Lands Day, encouraging Americans to volunteer in restoring public lands and announcing free admission to federally managed lands and waters for that day. It also references ongoing initiatives including the 'Every Kid in a Park' program providing free access to fourth graders and their families.

Federal Register Open PDF 81 FR 66787

Impact dates

  1. National Public Lands Day observance and free admission to federally managed lands and waters

Key directives

  • Proclaim September 24, 2016 as National Public Lands Day
  • Encourage all Americans to participate in a day of public service for our lands

Timeline

Immediate

  • Free admission to federally managed public lands and waters on September 24, 2016

Near term (90d)

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Long term

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Risks & tensions

None flagged.

Proclamation 9501: National Public Lands Day, 2016 · Executive Orders