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Proclamation 9988

American Red Cross Month, 2020

This proclamation designates March 2020 as American Red Cross Month to honor the organization's 139 years of humanitarian service, including disaster response, blood donation, military family support, and international aid. It encourages Americans to observe the month with programs and activities supporting the Red Cross and its local chapters.

Federal Register Open PDF 85 FR 12715

Impact dates

  1. American Red Cross Month observance begins

Key directives

  • Proclaim March 2020 as American Red Cross Month
  • Encourage Americans to observe with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities
  • Encourage support for the work of the American Red Cross and local chapters

Timeline

Immediate

  • Proclamation takes effect upon signing; March 2020 designated as American Red Cross Month

Near term (90d)

  • Month-long observance during March 2020

Long term

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Risks & tensions

None flagged.

Proclamation 9988: American Red Cross Month, 2020 · Executive Orders