National POW/MIA Recognition Day, 2019

In simple terms

This proclamation designates September 20, 2019 as National POW/MIA Recognition Day, calling on Americans to honor former prisoners of war and those missing in action. It announces the flying of the POW/MIA flag at the White House, Capitol, specified federal departments, memorials, post offices, and national cemeteries.

Federal Register Open PDF 84 FR 50709

Record & deadlines

Sep 19, 2019Signed
Signed by the President
Sep 25, 2019FR published
Published in the Federal Register · 84 FR 50709
Federal Register PDF
Sep 20, 2019
National POW/MIA Recognition Day; POW/MIA flag flown at designated locations

Key directives

Proclaim September 20, 2019 as National POW/MIA Recognition Day
Fly POW/MIA flag at White House, Capitol, specified departments and memorials on September 20, 2019
Call upon Federal, State, and local officials and private organizations to observe with appropriate ceremonies

What to expect

Immediate

POW/MIA flag flown at designated locations on September 20, 2019

Near term (90d)

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Long term

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Risks & tensions

None flagged.