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 123STA T . 3 59 5 PROCL A M AT I O N8 33 7—J AN. 6, 2 0 09 WHER E AStheUni te d St a te sco ntin u es to act in acco r dance w ith the b a l ance o f interests relatin g to traditional uses of the oceans recog - ni z ing freedo m of na v igation and overflight and other internationall y recognized lawful uses of the sea WHEREAS section 2 of the Act of J une 8,1906(34 Stat . 22 5, 16 U.S. C . 431 ) (the ‘ ‘Anti q uities Act ’ ’) authorizes the P resident, in his discretion, to declare by p ublic proclamation historic landmar k s, historic and pre- historic structures, and other ob j ects of historic or scientific interest that are situated upon lands owned or controlled by the G overnment of the United States to be national monuments, and to reserve as a part thereof parcels of land, the limits of which in all cases shall be con- fined to the smallest area compatible with the proper care and manage- ment of the objects to be protected; WHEREAS it is in the public interest to preserve the lands, submerged lands and waters of, and marine environment around Rose Atoll as necessary for the care and management of the historic and scientific objects therein
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W, T HERE F ORE, I , GEORGE W. B USH, President of the United States of America, by the authority vested in me by section 2 of the Antiquities Act, do proclaim that there are hereby set apart and re- served as the Rose Atoll M arine National Monument (the ‘‘monument’’ or ‘‘marine national monument’’) for the purpose of protecting the ob- jects described in the above preceding paragraphs, all lands and inter- ests in lands owned or controlled by the Government of the United States within the boundaries that lie appro x imately 50 nautical miles from the mean low water line of Rose Atoll as depicted on the accom- panying map entitled ‘‘Rose Atoll Marine National Monument’’ at- tached to and forming a part of this proclamation. The Federal land and interests in land reserved consists of approximately 13,451 square miles of emergent and submerged lands and waters of and around Rose Atoll in American Samoa, which is the smallest area compatible with the proper care and management of the objects to be protected. All Federal lands and interests in lands within the boundaries of this monument are hereby withdrawn from all forms of entry, location, se- lection, sale, or leasing or other disposition under the public land laws to the extent that those laws apply. Man a gem en tof t h eMa ri ne N ationa l Mon u ment The Secretary of the Interior shall have management responsibility for the monument, including Rose Atoll National Wildlife Refuge, in con- sultation with the Secretary of Commerce, except that the Secretary of Commerce, through the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Adminis- tration, shall have the primary management responsibility regarding the management of the marine areas of the monument seaward of mean low water, with respect to fishery-related activities regulated pursuant to the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (16 U.S.C. 1801 ets e q .), and any other applicable authorities. The Sec- retary of Commerce shall initiate the process to add the marine areas of the monument to the Fagatele Bay National Marine Sanctuary in ac- cordance with the National Marine Sanctuaries Act (16 U.S.C. 1431 et seq.), including its provision for consultation with an advisory council, to further the protection of the objects identified in this proclamation. In developing and implementing any management plans and any man- agement rules and regulations, the Secretary of Commerce shall consult


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 123STA T . 3 596PROCL A M AT I O N8 33 7—J AN. 6, 2 0 09 with th eS e cr et a r yof the In terior an ds ha l l desi g nate and in v olve as coo p erating agencies the agencies with ju risdiction or special e x pertise , including the D epart m ent of State, the Department of Defense, and other agencies through scoping in accordance with the N ational E nvi - ronmental P olicy A ct (42U. S. C .4 3 2 1ets e q . ) , its implementing regula- tions and with Executive O rder 133 5 2 of August 2 6 ,2 0 04, F acilitation of Cooperative Conservation, and shall treat as a cooperating agency the G overnment of American Samoa, consistent with these authorities. T he Secretary of the Interior shall continue to manage the R ose Atoll National W ildlife Refuge consistent with the protection of the o b jects identified in this proclamation. The Secretary of the Interior shall, in developing any management plans and any management rules and reg- ulations governing the Rose Atoll National Wildlife Refuge, comply with the National Environmental Policy Act and consult with the Sec- retary of Commerce. For the purposes of protecting the objects identified above, the Secre- taries of the Interior and Commerce, respectively, shall not allow or permit any appropriation, injury, destruction, or removal of any feature of this monument except as provided for by this proclamation or as otherwise provided for by law. R e gula t ion o fSc ientific Exp lo r ation an d Researc h Subject to such terms and conditions as the Secretaries deem necessary for the care and management of the objects of this monument, the Sec- retary of the Interior may permit scientific exploration and research within the monument, including incidental appropriation, injury, de- struction, or removal of features of this monument for scientific study, and the Secretary of Commerce may permit fishing within the monu- ment for scientific exploration and research purposes to the extent au- thori z ed by the M agnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Manage- ment Act. The prohibitions re q uired by this proclamation shall not re- strict scientific exploration or research activities by or for the Secre- taries, and nothing in this proclamation shall be construed to require a permit or other authorization from the other Secretary for their re- spective scientific activities. Regulation of F ishing and M anage m ent of Fisher y Resources The Secretaries shall prohibit commercial fishing within the monu- ment. Subject to such terms and conditions as the Secretaries deem necessary for the care and management of the objects of this monu- ment, the Secretaries may permit noncommercial and sustenance fish- ing or, after consultation with the Government of American Samoa, tra- ditional indigenous fishing within the monument. The Secretaries of the Interior and Commerce, respectively, in consultation with the Gov- ernment of American Samoa, shall provide for a process to ensure that recreational fishing shall be managed as a sustainable activity con- sistent with Executive Order 12 9 62 of J une 7, 1995, as amended, and other applicable law. This proclamation shall be applied in accordance with international law. No restrictions shall apply to or be enforced against a person who is not a citizen, national, or resident alien of the United States (includ- ing foreign flag vessels) unless in accordance with international law. The management plan and implementing regulations shall impose no restrictions on innocent passage in the territorial sea or otherwise re-

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 123STA T . 3 597PROCL A M AT I O N8 337 —J AN. 6, 2 0 09 stric t nav i g ati o nan d ov e r fl ig h t and other internationall y recogni z ed la w f u lusesoftheseainthe m onument and shall incor p orate the pro - visions of this proclamation regarding A rmed F orces actions and com- pliance with international law .N othing in this proclamation shall b e deemed to diminish or enlarge the j urisdiction of the G overnment of American S amoa. T he Secretaries of the I nterior and C ommerce shall , in developing any management plans and any management rules and regulations governing the marine areas of the monument, as described above, consult with the Govern- ment of American Samoa. Emerg e nci e s,Nat i o na lS ec u rit y ,an dL a w En f orcement A cti v ities 1 . The prohibitions re q uired by this proclamation shall not apply to ac- tivities necessary to respond to emergencies threatening life, property, or the environment, or to activities necessary for national security or law enforcement purposes. 2 . Nothing in this proclamation shall limit agency actions to respond to emergencies posing an unacceptable threat to human health or safety or to the marine environment and admitting of no other feasible solu- tion. Armed F orces Actions 1. The prohibitions required by this proclamation shall not apply to ac- tivities and e x ercises of the Armed Forces ( including those carried out by the U nited States Coast Guard ) . 2. The Armed Forces shall ensure, by the adoption of appropriate measures not impairing operations or operational capabilities, that its vessels and aircraft act in a manner consistent, so far as is reasonable and practicable, with this proclamation. 3 . In the event of threatened or actual destruction of, loss of, or injury to a monument living marine resource resulting from an incident, in- cluding but not limited to spills and groundings, caused by a compo- nent of the D epartment of Defense or the United States Coast Guard, the cognizant component shall promptly coordinate with the Secretary of the Interior or Commerce, as appropriate for the purpose of ta k ing appropriate actions to respond to and mitigate any actual harm and, if possible, restore or replace the monument resource or quality. 4 . Nothing in this proclamation or any regulation implementing it shall limit or otherwise affect the Armed Forces ’; discretion to use, maintain, improve, manage, or control any property under the administrative control of a M ilitary Department or otherwise limit the availability of such property for military mission purposes. The establishment of this monument is subject to valid existing rights. This proclamation is not intended to, and does not, create any right or benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity, by any party against the United States, its agencies, instrumentalities, or entities, its officers, employees, or agents, or any other person. Nothing in this proclamation shall be deemed to revoke any existing withdrawal, reservation, or appropriation; however, the national monu- ment shall be dominant over any other existing Federal withdrawal, reservation, or appropriation.


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422 steps, balanced eerily on the steep ascent of North Court Street beside the ancient brick court and colony house where his grandfather—a cousin of that celebrated privateersman, Captain Whipple, who burnt His Majesty's armed schooner Gaspee in 1772—had voted in the legislature on May 4, 1776, for the independence of the Rhode Island Colony. Around him in the damp, low-ceiled library with the musty white panelling, heavy carved overmantel and small-paned, vine-shaded windows, were the relics and records of his ancient family, among which were many dubious allusions to the shunned house in Benefit Street. That pest spot lies not far distant—for Benefit runs Iedgewise just above the court house along the precipitous hill up which the first settlement climbed.

When, in the end, my insistent pestering and maturing years evoked from my uncle the hoarded lore I sought, there lay before me a strange enough chronicle. Long-winded, statistical, and drearily genealogical as some of the matter was, there ran through it a continuous thread of brooding, tenacious horror and preternatural malevolence which impressed me even more than it had impressed the good doctor. Separate events fitted together uncannily, and seemingly irrelevant details held mines of hideous possibilities. A new and burning curiosity grew in me, compared to which my boyish curiosity was feeble and inchoate.

The first revelation led to an exhaustive research, and finally to that shuddering quest which proved so disastrous to myself and mine. For at the last my uncle insisted on joining the search I had commenced, and after a certain night in that house he did not come away with me. I am lonely without that gentle soul whose long years were filled only with honor, virtue, good taste, benevolence, and learning. I have reared a marble urn to his memory in St. John's churchyard—the place that Poe loved—the hidden grove of giant willows on the hill, where tombs and headstones huddle quietly between the hoary bulk of the church and the houses and bank walls of Benefit Street.

The history of the house, opening amidst a maze of dates, revealed no trace of the sinister either about its construction or about the prosperous and honorable family who built it. Yet from the first a taint of calamity, soon increased to boding significance, was apparent. My uncle's carefully compiled record began with the building of the structure in 1763, and followed the theme with an unusual amount of detail. The shunned house, it seems, was first inhabited by William Harris and his wife Rhoby Dexter, with their children, Elkanah, born in 1755, Abigail, born in 1757, William, Jr., born in 1759, and Ruth, born in 1761. Harris was a substantial merchant and seaman in the West India trade, connected with the firm of Obadiah Brown and his nephews. After Brown's death in 1761, the new firm of Nicholas Brown & Company made him master of the brig Prudence, Providence-built, of 120 tons, thus enabling him to erect the new homestead he had desired ever since his marriage.

The site he had chosen—a recently straightened part of the new and fashionable Back Street, which ran along the side of the hill above crowded Cheapside—was all that could be wished, and the building did justice to the location. It was the best that moderate means could afford, and Harris hastened to move in before the birth of a fifth child which the family expected. That child, a boy, came in December; but was stillborn. Nor was any child to be born alive in that house for a century and a half.

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 123STA T . 3 60 0 PROCL A M AT I O N8 338 —J AN. 13, 200 9Proclam a ti o n83 38o fJ an u ar y1 3 ,20 0 9Relig i ousFr ee d o mDay,20 0 9BythePr e sid e n t of the U nited S t a tes of Am eri c a A Proc l amation Relig i ousfr ee d o m is th e fou n d a tion of a health y and ho p eful so c iety .O n Religious F reedom D ay ,w e recogni z e the importance of the 1786 passage of the V irginia S tatute for Religious Freedom. W e also cele -b rate the first liberties enshrined in our C onstitution ’ s B ill of Rights, which guarantee the free e x ercise of religion for all A mericans and pro- hibit an establishment of religion. Our N ation was founded by people see k ing ha v en from religious perse- cution, and the religious liberty they found here remains one of this land’s greatest blessings. As Americans, we believe that all people have inherent dignity and worth. T hough we may profess different creeds and worship in different manners and places, we respect each other’s humanity and expression of faith. P eople with diverse views can prac- tice their faiths here while living together in peace and harmony, car- rying on our Nation’s noble tradition of religious freedom. The U nited States also stands with religious dissidents and believers from around the globe who practice their faith peacefully. Freedom is not a grant of government or a right for Americans alone it is the birth- right of every man, woman, and child throughout the world. No human freedom is more fundamental than the right to worship in accordance with one’s conscience. Religious Freedom Day is an opportunity to celebrate our legacy of reli- gious liberty, foster a culture of tolerance and peace, and renew com- mitments to ensure that every person on E arth can en j oy these basic human rights. NOW, T H EREFORE, I , G EORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Con- stitution and laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim J anuary 16, 20 0 9, as Religious Freedom Day. I call on all Americans to reflect on the great blessing of religious liberty, endeavor to preserve this freedom for future generations, and commemorate this day with appropriate events and activities. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirteenth day of January, in the year of our L ord two thousand nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-third. GEORGE W. BUSH


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 123STA T . 3 60 1 PROCL A M AT I O N8 33 9—J AN. 1 5, 2009 Proclam a ti o n83 3 9 o fJ an u ar y15,20 09 Nation a lS an c tit y o fHum an L if eD ay ,20 0 9BythePr e sid e n t of the U nited S t a tes of Am eri c a A Proc l amation Al l human l ife i s a g if t f ro m our C reator that is sa c re d, uni q ue, and w orth y of p rotection .O n N ational S anctity of H uman L ife D ay, our country recogni z es that each person, including e v ery person waiting to b e born, has a special place and purpose in this world. W e also under - score our dedication to heeding this message of conscience by spea k ing up for the weak and voiceless among us. T he most basic duty of government is to protect the life of the inno- cent. M y Administration has been committed to building a culture of life by vigorously promoting adoption and parental notification laws, opposing F ederal funding for abortions overseas, encouraging teen ab- stinence, and funding crisis pregnancy programs. I n 20 02, I was hon- ored to sign into law the B orn-Alive Infants P rotection Act, which e x - tends legal protection to children who survive an abortion attempt. I signed legislation in 200 3 to ban the cruel practice of partial-birth abor- tion, and that law represents our commitment to building a culture of life in America. Also, I was proud to sign the U nborn V ictims of Vio- lence Act of 200 4, which allows authorities to charge a person who causes death or in j ury to a child in the womb with a separate offense in addition to any charges relating to the mother. America is a caring Nation, and our values should guide us as we har- ness the gifts of science. In our zeal for new treatments and cures, we must never abandon our fundamental morals. We can achieve the great breakthroughs we all seek with reverence for the gift of life. The sanctity of life is written in the hearts of all men and women. On this day and throughout the year, we aspire to build a society in which every child is welcome in life and protected in law. We also encourage more of our fellow Americans to join our just and noble cause. History tells us that with a cause rooted in our deepest principles and appeal- ing to the best instincts of our citizens, we will prevail. NOW, TH ER EFORE, I, G EORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Con- stitution and laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim J anuary 18, 200 9 , as National Sanctity of Human Life Day. I call upon all Ameri- cans to recognize this day with appropriate ceremonies and to under- score our commitment to respecting and protecting the life and dignity of every human being. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fifteenth day of January, in the year of our Lord two thousand nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-third. GEORGE W. BUSH


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 123STA T . 3 60 2 PROCL A M AT I O N8 3 4 0 —J AN. 1 5, 200 9Proclam a ti o n8340 o fJ an u ar y15,2 00 9MartinLu t he r K in g,J r ., F e d era lHo lida y , 20 0 9BythePr e sid e n t of the U nited S t a tes of Am eri c a A Proc l amation OntheMar t i n Lu ther K in g,J r ., F e d era lHo lida y , w ere c ogni z eoneo f hi s tory ’ s m ost conse q uential ad v ocates for equality and civil rights, and we cele b rate his p owerful message of j ustice and hope. Our N ation is better because D r. King was a man of courage and vision who under - stood that love and compassion will always triumph over bitterness and hatred. A s Americans, we believe it is self-evident that all men are created equal and that freedom is not a grant of government but a gift from the Author of Life. Dr. King trusted in these beliefs articulated in our founding documents even when our country’s practices did not live up to its promises. He roused the conscience of a complacent Nation by drawing attention to the ugliness of discrimination and segregation and by calling on Americans to live up to our guarantee of equality. Our Nation has seen tremendous progress in redeeming the ideals of America and protecting every person’s G od-given rights. T he historic election of B arac k Obama as P resident of the U nited S tates reflects the real advances our Nation has made in the fight against the bigotry that Dr. King opposed. More work remains, though, and we must heed Dr. King’s words that ‘ ‘injustice anywhere is a threat to justice every- where.’’ By continuing to spread his message and demanding that the equal rights he fought for are e x tended to all people, we can ensure that the dignity of every person is respected and that the hope for a better tomorrow reaches every community throughout the world. As we observe Dr. King’s birthday, we commemorate his leadership and strength of character. W e go forward with confidence that if we remain true to our founding principles, our Nation will continue to ad- vance the cause of justice and remain a beacon of hope to people ev- erywhere. NOW, TH ER EFORE, I , GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the C on- stitution and laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim January 19, 20 09, as the Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday. I encourage all Americans to observe this day with appropriate civic, community, and service programs and activities in honor of Dr. King’s life and legacy. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fifteenth day of January, in the year of our Lord two thousand nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-third. GEORGE W. BUSH


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 123STA T . 3 60 3 PROCL A M AT I O N8 3 4 1 —J AN. 16, 200 9Proclam a ti o n8341 o fJ an u ar y 1 6,20 0 9ToImple me nt t h e U n i te dS t a te s-P e ru Trade Promotion Ag reement and f or O ther Purposes BythePr e sid e n t of the U nited S t a tes of Am eri c a A Proc l amation 1.OnApril 1 2, 2 0 0 6, theU nite dS t a te s entered int o the United States -P er uT rade Pro m otion A g reement ( the ‘ ‘Agreement ’ ’ ) ,andon J une 2 4 and June 2 5, 200 7 , the Parties to the Agreement signed a proto c ol amending the Agreement. C ongress appro v ed the Agreement as amend- ed in section 101(a) o f the United States-Peru Trade Promotion Agree- ment I mplementation Act (the‘‘Implementation Act’’) (Pu b lic L a w 110 – 1 38, 121 Stat. 1455) (1 9 U.S.C. 3805 note). 2. Section 105(a) of the Implementation Act authori z es the President to establish or designate within the D epartment of Commerce an office that shall be responsible for providing administrative assistance to pan- els established under chapter 21 of the Agreement. 3. Section 201 of the Implementation Act authorizes the President to proclaim such modifications or continuation of an y duty, such con- tinuation of duty-free or e x cise treatment, or such additional duties, as the President determines to be necessary or appropriate to carry out or apply Articles 2.3, 2.5, 2.6, 3.3.13 and Annex 2.3 of the Agreement. 4. Section 201(d) of the Implementation Act authorizes the President to ta k e such action as may be necessary in implementing the tariff-rate q uotas set forth in Appendix I to the Schedule of the United States to Annex 2.3 of the Agreement to ensure that imports of agricultural goods do not disrupt the orderly marketing of commodities in the United States. 5. Consistent with section 201(a)(2) of the Implementation Act, Peru is to be removed from the enumeration of designated beneficiary devel- oping countries eligible for the benefits of the G eneralized System of Preferences (GSP) on the date the Agreement enters into force. F urther, consistent with section 604 of the Trade Act of 1974, as amended (the ‘‘1974 Act’’) (19 U.S.C. 2483), I have determined that other technical and conforming changes to the H armonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS) are necessary to reflect that Peru is no longer eligi- ble to receive the benefits of the GSP. 6. Section 203 of the Implementation Act sets forth certain rules for de- termining whether a good is an originating good for the purpose of im- plementing preferential tariff treatment provided for under the Agree- ment. I have decided that it is necessary to include these rules of ori- gin, together with particular rules applicable to certain other goods, in the HTS. 7. Section 203(o) of the Implementation Act authorizes the President to determine that a fabric, yarn, or fiber is or is not available in com- mercial quantities in a timely manner in the United States and Peru to establish procedures governing the request for any such determina- tion and ensuring appropriate public participation in any such deter- mination; to add any fabric, yarn, or fiber determined to be not avail- able in commercial quantities in a timely manner in the United States


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 123STA T . 3 605PROCL A M AT I O N8 3 4 1 —J AN. 16, 200 9(the‘ ‘ CAFT A -DR A c t ’ ’ ) ( Publi c Law109–53, 119 S tat .467 ) (19 U .S.C. 4031), the d ut y t r eat m e n t nece s sary t o carry out or a p ply Articles 3.3 and 3. 2 7, and Anne x es 3.3 (includin g the schedule o f United States duty reductions with respect to originating goods) and 3.27, of the CAFTA-DR. I ha v e determined that technical corrections to the H TS are necessary to provide the intended duty treatment under the CAFTA-DR. 14. Section 604 of the 1974 Act, as amended, authori z es the President to embody in the HTS the substance of relevant provisions of that Act, or other Acts affecting import treatment, and of actions ta k en there- under, including the removal, modification, continuance, or imposition of any rate of duty or other import restriction. NOW ,TH E REFORE, I, G EORGE W. B USH, President of the United States of America, acting under the authority vested in me by the Con- stitution and the laws of the United States of America, including but not limited to section 604 of the 1974 Act sections 105(a), 201, 203, 20 8, and subtitle B of title III of the Implementation Act; and section 301 of title 3, United States Code, and having made the determination under section 101(b) of the Implementation Act necessary for the ex- change of notes, do hereby proclaim (1) In order to provide generally for the preferential tariff treatment being accorded under the Agree- ment, to set forth rules for determining whether goods imported into the customs territory of the United States are eligible for preferential tariff treatment under the Agreement, to provide certain other treat- ment to originating goods of Peru for the purposes of the Agreement, to provide tariff-rate q uotas with respect to certain originating goods of Peru, to reflect Peru’s removal from the enumeration of designated ben- eficiary developing countries for purposes of the GSP, and to make technical and conforming changes in the general notes to the HTS, the HTS is modified as set forth in Annex I of Publication 4058 of the United States International Trade Commission, entitled, ‘‘ M odifications to the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States to Implement the United States-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement’’, which is incor- porated by reference into this proclamation. (2) In order to implement the initial stage of duty elimination provided for in the Agreement and to provide for future staged reductions in du- ties for originating goods of Peru for purposes of the Agreement, the HTS is modified as provided in Annex II of Publication 4058, effective on the dates specified in the relevant sections of such publication and on any subsequent dates set forth for such duty reductions in that pub- lication. (3) The amendments to the HTS made by paragraphs (1) and (2) of this proclamation shall be effective with respect to goods entered, or with- drawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the relevant dates indicated in Annex II to Publication 4058. (4) The Secretary of Commerce is authorized to exercise my authority under section 105(a) of the Implementation Act to establish or des- ignate an office within the Department of Commerce to carry out the functions set forth in that section. (5) The United States Trade Representative (USTR) is authorized to ex- ercise my authority under section 201(d) of the Implementation Act to take such action as may be necessary in implementing the tariff-rate quotas set forth in Appendix I to the Schedule of the United States to


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 123STA T . 3 60 6 PROCL A M AT I O N8 3 4 1 —J AN. 16, 200 9An n ex2.3ofth eA gr ee m ent to en su re th a t i m p orts of agri c u l tural goo d s do not disrupt the orderl y mar k eting of commodities in the U nited S tates. T his action is set forth in Annex I of P u b lication 4058 . (6) The C ITA is authori z ed to exercise my authority under section 203(o) of the Implementation Act to determine that a fabric , yarn, or fiberisorisnota v ailable in commercial q uantities in a timely manner in the United States and Peru to establish procedures governing the request for any such determination and ensuring appropriate public participation in any such determination; to add any fabric, yarn, or fiber determined to be not available in commercial quantities in a time - ly manner in the United States and Peru to the list in Annex 3- B of the Agreement in a restricted or unrestricted quantity; to eliminate a restriction on the quantity of a fabric, yarn, or fiber w ithin 6 months after adding the fabric, yarn, or fiber to the list in Annex 3-B of the Agreement in a restricted quantity; and to restrict the quantity of, or remove from the list in Annex 3-B of the Agreement, certain fabrics, yarns, or fibers. ( 7 ) The CITA is authorized to exercise my authority under section 208 of the Implementation Act to exclude certain textile and apparel goods from the customs territory of the United States; to determine whether an enterprise ’ s production of, and capability to produce, goods are con- sistent with statements by the enterprise; to find that an enterprise has knowingly or willfully engaged in circumvention; and to deny pref- erential tariff treatment to textile and apparel goods. (8) The CITA is authorized to exercise the functions of the President under subtitle B of title III of the Implementation Act to review re- quests, and to determine whether to commence consideration of such requests; to cause to be published in the F ederal R egister a notice of commencement of consideration of a request and notice seeking public comment; to determine whether imports of a Peruvian textile or ap- parel article are causing serious damage, or actual threat thereof, to a domestic industry producing an article that is like, or directly competi- tive with, the imported article; and to provide relief from imports of an article that is the sub j ect of such a determination. ( 9 ) The CITA, after consultation with the Commissioner of Customs (the ‘ ‘Commissioner’’), is authorized to consult with representatives of Peru for the purpose of identifying particular textile or apparel goods of Peru that are mutually agreed to be handloomed fabrics, handmade goods made of such handloomed fabrics, folklore goods, or handmade goods that substantially incorporate a historical or traditional regional design or motif, as provided in Article 3.3. 1 2 of the Agreement. The Commissioner shall take actions as directed by the CITA to carry out any such determination. (10) The USTR is authorized to fulfill my obligations under section 104 of the Implementation Act to obtain advice from the appropriate advi- sory committees and the United States International Trade Commission on the proposed implementation of an action by presidential proclama- tion; to submit a report on such proposed action to the appropriate congressional committees; and to consult with those congressional committees regarding the proposed action. (11) The USTR is authorized to modify U.S. note 29 to subchapter X XII of chapter 98 of the H TS in a notice published in the Federal Register to reflect modifications pursuant to paragraph (6) of this proclamation


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 123STA T . 3 607PROCL A M AT I O N8 3 4 2 —J AN. 16, 200 9bytheCITA t o the lis to f f a b r i c s , yar n s, or fibers in Anne x3-B of the A g ree m ent .(12) In or d ertoma k e technical corrections necessary to p ro v ide the in- tended d u ty treatment under Articles 2. 5 and 2. 6 of the USMF TA, Arti- cles 2.5 and 2.6 of the USBFTA, and the CAFTA- DR , the H TS is modi- fied as set forth in Annex III of P ublication 40 5 8 . (13) All provisions of previous proclamations and E xecutive O rders that are inconsistent w ith the actions taken in this proclamation are su- perseded to the extent of such inconsistency. I NW ITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this sixteenth day of J anuary, in the year of our L ord two thousand nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-third. G EORGE W. BUSH Proclam a ti o n8342 o fJ an u ar y16, 2 0 0 9ToSuspendE n trya s Im m ig rants and N onimmigrants o fF oreign G o v ernment O ffi c ia l s R esponsi b le for Failing To C ombat Traffic k ing in P ersons BythePr e sid e n t of the U nited S t a tes of Am eri c a A Proc l amation In order to foster greater resolve to address trafficking in persons (TIP), specifically in punishing acts of trafficking and providing protections to the victims of these crimes, consistent with the Trafficking V ictims Protection Act of 2000, as amended (the ‘ ‘Act ’ ’) (22 U.S.C. 7 101 et se q .), it is in the interests of the United States to restrict the inter- national travel and to suspend entry into the United States, as immi- grants or nonimmigrants, of certain senior government officials respon- sible for domestic law enforcement, j ustice, or labor affairs who have impeded their governments’ antitrafficking efforts, have failed to im- plement their governments’ antitrafficking laws and policies, or who otherwise bear responsibility for their governments’ failures to take steps recogni z ed internationally as appropriate to combat trafficking in persons, and whose governments have been ranked more than once as Tier 3 countries, which represent the worst anti-TIP performers, in the Department of State’s annual Trafficking in Persons Report, and for which I have made a determination pursuant to section 110(d)(1)-(2) or (4) of the Act. The Act reflects international antitrafficking standards that guide efforts to eradicate this modern-day form of slavery around the world. NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Con- stitution and the laws of the United States, including section 212(f) of the Immigration and Nationality Act of 1 9 52, 8 U.S.C. 1182(f), and sec- tion 301 of title 3, United States Code, hereby find that the unrestricted immigrant and nonimmigrant entry into the United States of persons described in section 1 of this proclamation would, except as provided


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 123STA T . 3 608PROCL A M AT I O N 83 4 2 —J AN. 16, 200 9forinsect ions 2a n d3 oft h is p roc l a m ation ,b e detrimental to the inter - ests of the U nited S tates .I therefore hereb y proclaim that
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he entry into the United States, as immi g rants or non- immigrants, of the follo w ing aliens is hereby s u spended: ( a ) Senior go v ernment officials — defined as the heads of ministries or agencies and officials occupying positions within the two bureaucratic levels below those top positions—responsible for domestic law en- forcement, j ustice, or labor affairs who have impeded their govern- ments ’ antitraffic k ing efforts, have failed to implement their govern- ments’ antitrafficking laws and policies, or who otherwise bear respon- sibility for their governments’ failures to take steps recogni z ed inter- nationally as appropriate to combat trafficking in persons, and who are members of governments for which I have made a determination pur- suant to section 1 1 0 (d)(1)-(2) or ( 4 ) of the A ct, in the current year and at least once in the preceding 3 years (b) The spouses of persons described in subsection (a) of this section. Sec. 2 . Section 1 of this proclamation shall not apply with respect to any person otherwise covered by section 1 where entry of such person would not be contrary to the interest of the United States. Sec. 3 . P ersons covered by sections 1 or 2 of this proclamation shall be identified by the Secretary of State or the Secretary’s designee, in his or her sole discretion, pursuant to such procedures as the Secretary may establish under section 5 of this proclamation. Sec. 4 . N othing in this proclamation shall be construed to derogate from United States G overnment obligations under applicable inter- national agreements. Sec. 5 . The Secretary of State shall implement this proclamation pursu- ant to such procedures as the Secretary, in consultation with the Sec- retary of H omeland Security, may establish. Sec. 6 . This proclamation is effective immediately. It shall remain in effect until such time as the Secretary of State determines that it is no longer necessary and should be terminated, either in whole or in part. Any such determination by the Secretary of State shall be published in the Fed e ralR e gist er. Sec. 7 . This proclamation is not intended to, and does not, create any right, benefit, or privilege, substantive or procedural, enforceable at laworine q uity by any party against the United States, its depart- ments, agencies, instrumentalities, or entities, its officers or employees, or any other person. IN W ITN E SS WHE R E OF , I have hereunto set my hand this si x teenth day of J anuary, in the year of our L ord two thousand nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-third. GEORGE W. B USH


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 123STA T . 3 609PROCL A M AT I O N8 3 4 4 —FEB .2, 2009 Proclam a ti o n834 3o fJ an u ar y20, 200 9Nation a lD a y o fRe ne w al an d Re c onciliation ,20 0 9BythePr e sid e n t of the U nited S t a tes of Am eri c a A Proc l amation AsItake t h esa cr e do ath o f the h ig hest office i n the l and , Ia m h u m -b led b y the res p onsibility placed upon my shoulders, rene w ed by the courage and decency of the American people, and fortified by my faith in an awesome G od .W e are in the midst of a season of trial. O ur N ation is being tested, and our people know great uncertainty. Y et the story of America is one of renewal in the face of ad v ersity, reconciliation in a time of discord, and we know that there is a purpose for everything under heaven. On this Inauguration D ay, we are reminded that we are heirs to over two centuries of American democracy, and that this legacy is not sim- ply a birthright — it is a glorious burden. Now it falls to us to come to- gether as a people to carry it forward once more. S o in the words of P resident Abraham L incoln, let us remember that

‘ T he mystic chords of memory, stretching from every battlefield and patriot grave to every living heart and hearthstone all over this broad land, will yet swell the chorus of the U nion, when again touched, as surely they will be, by the better angels of our nature. ’ ’ NOW, T HER E F ORE, I, B ARA CK OBA M A, President of the United States of America, by the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim J anuary 20, 200 9 , a National Day of Renewal and Reconciliation, and call upon all of our citi z ens to serve one another and the common purpose of remaking this Nation for our new century. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twentieth day of January, in the year of our Lord two thousand nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-third. BARACK OBAMA Proclamation 8344 of Feb ruary 2, 2009 Am e r ican H eart M ont h , 2009 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Together, we can turn the tide on the number one killer of American women and men. Heart disease claims more lives each year than all forms of cancer combined. During American Heart Month, we renew our commitment to promoting heart disease awareness. It is never too late to start protecting heart health. Certain risk factors can lead to heart disease. These include: high blood pressure, high cholesterol, obesity, physical inactivity, smoking, and


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 123STA T . 3 6 1 0PROCL A M AT I O N8 3 4 4 —FEB .2, 200 9diabet e s.Pr a c tici ng t h e fol lo w ing ‘ ‘ B ig F o u r ’ ’ habits can hel pm itigate these ris k s eating a heart health y diet , getting regular physical acti v ity, maintaining a healthy weight, and avoiding tobacco. U nfortunately, only 3 percent of U. S. adults practice all of these habits. A sa N ation, we must work to increase that number. Forming these healthy habits does not have to be difficult: Setting real - istic goals, making gradual improvements, and inviting family and friends to j oin in this pursuit can lead to a healthier lifestyle. Above all, we must remember that taking action can mean a longer, healthier, and more enjoyable life. M ichelle and I especially encourage women to take heart health seri- ously. More women than men die of heart disease each year, and many women fail to make the connection between risk factors and their per- sonal risk of developing heart disease. T he Federal G overnment’s TheH e art Tr u th campaign gives women a personal and urgent wake-up call about their risk for heart disease. O n the first Friday in February, The Heart Truth will lead the Nation in celebrating National W ear R ed D ay to promote heart disease awareness. All Americans are encouraged to wear red or the Red Dress Pin — the national symbol for women and heart disease awareness—to show support for adopting the Big Four heart health lifestyle habits. This year on National Wear Red Day, we urge all Americans to practice the ‘‘Big Four’’ healthy habits for reduc- ing heart disease risk. During American H eart Month, we also honor the health professionals, researchers, and other heart health ambassadors whose efforts help all Americans lead longer and healthier lives. In acknowledgement of the importance of the ongoing fight against car- diovascular disease, the C ongress, by J oint Resolution approved De- cember 3 0, 196 3, as amended (7 7 Stat. 84 3 36 U.S.C. 101 ) , has re- q uested that the President issue an annual proclamation designating February as ‘‘American Heart Month.’’ NOW, TH E REFORE, I, BARAC K OBAMA, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim February 2 009 as American Heart Month, and I invite all Americans to participate in National Wear Red Day on February 6, 2009. I also invite the Governors of the States, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, officials of other areas sub- ject to the jurisdiction of the United States, and the American people to join me in recogni z ing and reaffirming our commitment to fighting cardiovascular disease. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this second day of February, in the year of our L ord two thousand nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-third. BARACK OBAMA


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 123STA T . 3 6 11 PROCL A M AT I O N8 3 45—FEB .2, 2 0 0 9Proclam a ti o n8345 o fFeb r u ar y2, 2 0 0 9Nation a lAfr i c anA me rican H i s tor yM ont h,20 0 9BythePr e sid e n t of the U nited S t a tes of Am eri c a A Proc l amation The h istory o fA fri can A m ericans is u ni q ue an d rich , and one that has he lp ed to define w hat it means to b e an American . Arri v in g on ships on the shores of N orth America more than 30 0 years ago, recogni z ed more as possessions than people, African Americans have come to k now the freedoms fought for in establishing the U nited S tates and gained through the use of our founding principles of freedom of speech, freedom of the press, the right to assembly, and due process of law. The ideals of the F ounders became more real and more true for every citizen as African Americans pressed us to realize our full poten - tial as a Nation and to uphold those ideals for all who enter into our borders and embrace the notion that we are all endowed with certain unalienable rights. Since C arter G . W oodson first sought to illuminate the African Amer- ican e x perience, each February we pause to reflect on the contributions of this community to our national identity. The history is one of strug- gle for the recognition of each person ’ s humanity as well as an influ- ence on the broader American culture. African Americans designed our beautiful Capital City, gave us the melodic rhythms of New O rleans J azz, issued new discoveries in science and medicine, and forced us to examine ourselves in the pages of classic literature. This legacy has only added luster to the brand of the United States, which has drawn immigrants to our shores for centuries. This year’s theme, ‘ ‘The Q uest for B lack Citizenship in the Americas,’’ is a chance to examine the evolution of our country and how African Americans helped draw us ever closer to becoming a more perfect union. The narrative of the African American pursuit of full citizenship with all of the rights and privileges afforded others in this country is also the story of a maturing young Nation. The voices and examples of the African American people worked collectively to remove the boulders of systemic racism and discrimination that pervaded our laws and our public consciousness for decades. Through the work of Frederick D ouglass and H arriet Tubman, Booker T. Washington and George Washington Carver, M artin L uther K ing and Thurgood Marshall, the African American community has steadily made progress toward the dreams within its grasp and the promise of our Nation. Meanwhile, the belief that those dreams might one day be realized by all of our citi- zens gave African American men and women the same sense of duty and love of country that led them to shed blood in every war we have ever fought, to invest hard-earned resources in their communities with the hope of self empowerment, and to pass the ideals of this great land down to their children and grandchildren. As we mark National African American History Month, we should take note of this special moment in our Nation’s history and the actors who worked so diligently to deliver us to this place. One such organization is the National Association for the Advancement of Colored P eople —


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 123STA T . 3 6 12 PROCL A M AT I O N8 3 4 6 —FEB .2 7, 2 0 0 9theNA A CP—w h ic h thi sy e ar wi l l wit n ess 10 0 years of ser v ice to the Nation on F e b r u ary 1 2.B ecause of their wor k, inclu d in g the contribu - tions of those lu m inaries on the front lines and great advocates behind the scenes, we as a Nation were able to take the dramatic ste p swe have in recent history. N OW , THER EFORE, I , BARAC K OBA M A, President of the U nited S tates of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Con- stitution and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim Feb- ruary 200 9 as National African American History Month. I call upon public officials, educators, librarians, and all the people of the United States to observe this month with appropriate ceremonies, activities, and programs that raise awareness and appreciation of African Amer- ican history. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this second day of February, in the year of our L ord two thousand nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-third. BARACK OBAMA Proclam a ti o n8346 o fFeb r u ar y27, 2 0 0 9AmericanR e dC r os s M on th,20 0 9BythePr e sid e n t of the U nited S t a tes of Am eri c a A Proc l amation Si x ty-two years after its founding, the Red Cross was instrumental in what President Franklin D . Roosevelt called the ‘ ‘greatest single cru- sade of mercy in all of history. ’ ’ In19 43, at the height of World War II, President Roosevelt called on the American people to support the troops by supporting the Red Cross, which provided food, blood, and supplies to American troops, allies, and civilians across the world. President Roosevelt asked Americans to donate funds to the Red Cross, setting a goal of $ 12 5 million for 6 weeks of fundraising. The American people responded with characteristic generosity, opening their hearts and wallets. The Red Cross met this goal in less than 6 weeks. During that season of generosity and unity, President Roosevelt proclaimed March 1943 as the first Red Cross Month. The Red Cross has continued to serve those suffering from large- and small-scale disasters. The organi z ation is best known for its work help- ing communities deal with ma j or disasters such as hurricanes, floods, and wildfires. These large-scale disasters represent a major part of the work of the American Red Cross. J ust as important are the tens of thou- sands of small-scale disasters that occur every day in communities na- tionwide, and the volunteers who respond to them. These efforts in- clude supporting our military and their families, collecting and distrib- uting blood, helping the needy, delivering health and safety education, and providing aid abroad. In every response, volunteers are the key to Red Cross efforts. V olun- teers represent 96 percent of the Red Cross workforce. Without their giving spirit, disaster relief operations would fall short, blood dona-


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 123STA T . 3 6 13 PROCL A M AT I O N8 3 47—FEB .27, 2 0 0 9tionsw o uldfa il , and t hem ission of the R ed Cr oss would g o unfulfilled .W hether hel p ing militar y families stay c onnected with ser v ice mem b ers around the world, teaching C P R and first aid, or sup - porting other members of the I nternational Red Cross and Red Crescent M ovement, volunteers are critical to the success of each and every Red Cross endeavor. T hese individuals epitomi z e the generosity and com- munity spirit of the A merican people. NO W,T HE RE F ORE, I, B ARAC K OBAMA, President of the U nited S tates of America and Honorary Chairman of the American Red Cross, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the United States do hereby proclaim March 20 0 9 as American Red Cross Month. I encourage all Americans to support this organization ’ s noble humanitarian mission. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-sev- enth day of February, in the year of our L ord two thousand nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-third. BARACK OBAMA Proclam a ti o n8347 o fFeb r u ar y2 7, 2 0 0 9Nation a lC on sumerP rote c tion W ee k,20 0 9BythePr e sid e n t of the U nited S t a tes of Am eri c a A Proc l amation Consumer education helps every American who enters the mar k et- place. When making a purchase, consumers should know their rights and should learn about goods and services before they buy. This knowledge allows consumers to make sound decisions and protects families and individuals from fraud and abuse. Consumer vigilance also prevents problems before they arise. D uring National Consumer Protection Week, we highlight consumer education efforts to help Americans make wise decisions. Federal, State, and local agencies pri- vate sector organizations; and consumer advocacy groups band together to encourage Americans to learn about the protections the law affords and to take full advantage of the resources available for consumers of every age. This year’s theme for National Consumer Protection Week, ‘ ‘Nuts & Bolts Tools for Today’s Economy,’’ focuses on the basic information consumers need as they face the opportunities and pitfalls of the mar- ketplace. Every day, consumers make tough choices about saving, in- vesting, and spending their hard-earned money. Whether selecting a mortgage payment plan, seeking a credit report, or buying a car, staying well-informed and vigilant can help citizens make prudent choices. A few days, hours, or even minutes of preparatory research can ulti- mately save time and money. As part of National Consumer Protection Week, the Federal Trade Commission has organized a coalition of public- and private-sector or- ganizations to provide practical tips on a wide range of topics. These tips are available at www.consumer.gov / ncpw. The website also in-


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 123STA T . 3 6 1 4PROCL A M AT I O N8 348 —FEB .2 7, 2 0 0 9cludesinformat ion on h ome foreclosure , identit y theft, and p rotectin gb usinesses .W or k ing together, consumers, businesses, and G o v ernment can strengthen our robust free market for the benefit of all A mericans. NO W, THER E F ORE, I , B ARA CK OBA M A, P resident of the U nited S tates of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Con - stitution and la w s of the United States, do hereby proclaim March 1 through March 7, 20 0 9 , as National Consumer Protection Week. I call upon Government officials, industry leaders, and advocates across the Nation to provide our citi z ens with information about consumer rights, and I encourage all Americans to take a proactive role in strengthening our economy. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-sev- enth day of February, in the year of our L ord two thousand nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-third. BARACK OBAMA Proclam a ti o n834 8o fFeb r u ar y27, 2 0 0 9SaveYourVis io nW ee k,20 0 9BythePr e sid e n t of the U nited S t a tes of Am eri c a A Proc l amation Blindness and visual impairment affect millions of Americans. Early diagnosis and timely treatment are critical to minimize vision loss from eye diseases as well as vision loss that is correctable with eye glasses or contact lenses. D uring Save Y our V ision Week, I encourage all Americans to take action to protect their vision. Unfortunately, most people have limited knowledge of blinding eye disorders. In a 200 5 study by the National Eye Institute, part of the Na- tional Institutes of Health, only eight percent of respondents knew that glaucoma, a condition that can damage the optic nerve and cause vi- sion loss and blindness, strikes without early warning. Similarly, only 11 percent knew that diabetic eye disease also begins as a silent vision threat. Several demographic groups are at higher risk for visual impairment, including teenagers, diabetics, Hispanics, African Americans, and the economically disadvantaged. Older Americans are more susceptible to eye conditions such as age-related macular degeneration, diabetic ret- inopathy, and glaucoma. Children need regular vision screenings be- cause vision disorders left untreated during childhood can lead to per- manent visual impairment during adulthood. Still, eye disease knows no bounds, and every American should take steps to protect his or her eyesight. Doctors recommend seeking routine eye e x aminations, maintaining a healthy diet, wearing sunglasses to protect the eyes from damaging ultraviolet rays, and using protective eyewear in hazardous environments. The National Eye Institute ’ s website, www.nei.nih.gov, provides resources for learning more about common vision conditions and information on finding an eye health


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 123STA T . 3 6 1 5PROCL A M AT I O N8 3 49—FEB .2 7, 2 0 09 profes s i o nal.Byb ein g proa ct i v ean d see k ing o u t infor m ation ,A meri - cans can do t h eir part to prevent or reduce vision loss. T o remind Americans about the importance of safeguarding their eye- sight, the C ongress, by j oint resolution approved D ecember 30, 196 3, as amended (7 7 S tat. 6 2 9 36 U .S.C. 13 8) , has authori z ed and re q uested the P resident to proclaim the first w eek in M arch of each year as ‘ ‘Save Y our V ision W eek. ’ ’ NO W,T HER E F ORE, I , BARAC K OBAMA, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim March 1 through March 7, 2009, as Save Your Vision Week. During this time, I invite eye care profes- sionals, teachers, members of the media, and all organizations dedi- cated to preserving eyesight to join in activities that will raise aware- ness of vision diseases and disorders. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-sev- enth day of February, in the year of our L ord two thousand nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-third. BARACK OBAMA Proclam a ti o n8349 o fFeb r u ar y27, 2 0 09 ReadAcros sA m er i ca D a y,20 0 9BythePr e sid e n t of the U nited S t a tes of Am eri c a A Proc l amation Read Across America Day provides an opportunity to support efforts toe x cite children about reading and to educate families about the im- portance of literacy. I encourage families and all citizens to celebrate the joy and emphasize the importance of reading. Every American child deserves the opportunity to solve the puzzles of mystery novels, to discover the beauty of poetry, to imagine the fantas- tical worlds of science fiction, and to explore their own world through books about nature and foreign lands. Reading provides unending en- joyment and helps unlock a child’s creative potential. We must make literacy the birthright of every American. Every child also deserves the tools they will need for success. Students must read well to meet high standards in the classroom. Understanding science, mathematics, and the arts requires the ability to read pro- ficiently. Beyond the schoolyard, our youth must be prepared to meet the demands of the global economy. New technologies and steep com- petition abroad require our Nation to focus on children’s reading skills as a building block for future personal achievements. Families must play an active role in this effort. On Read Across Amer- ica Day, parents are encouraged to read to their children for at least 30 minutes. I also encourage parents to recognize the critical impor- tance of literacy for their children’s future and to develop habits at home that encourage reading, such as reading to their children every night or providing incentives for them to read on their own.


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 123STA T . 3 6 16 PROCL A M AT I O N8 3 50— MAR. 2 , 200 9OnReadAcros sA m er i ca D a y,w e p ar t ner wit h the N ationa lE d u cation Association and mar k the b irthday o fT heodor G eisel, whose belo v ed Dr .S euss books still inspire children throu g hout the world to read. NO W ,T H ERE F ORE, I , B ARA CK OBA M A, P resident of the U nited States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Con - stitution and laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim March 2, 2 0 0 9 , as Read Across America Day. I call upon children, families, edu- cators, librarians, public officials, and all the people of the United States to observe this day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-sev- enth day of February, in the year of our L ord two thousand nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-third. BARACK OBAMA Proclam a ti o n8350 o fM arc h2, 200 9Irish-Ame ri canH eri t a g e Mo nth ,20 0 9BythePr e sid e n t of the U nited S t a tes of Am eri c a A Proc l amation Even before the birth of our Nation, the sons and daughters of Erin de- parted their homes in search of liberty and a more hopeful future. As these early pioneers left familiar lands, they carried with them the rich traditions of home. This March we honor their j ourney and their last- ing contributions to the history and culture of the United States. Following the colonial migrations, the United States enjoyed the great- est influ x of Irish during the 184 0s as Ireland suffered the Great Fam- ine. Hungry but hopeful, poor but perseverant, Irish-Americans sei z ed the opportunity to work hard, enjoy success, and pursue the American Dream. Many took on the difficult work of constructing America ’ s infrastruc- ture. Others assumed positions of leadership. Among those leaders were signers of the Declaration of Independence and Presidents of the United States. Still others enjoyed great success and influence in the arts and literature. From social activists to business leaders, athletes to clergy, and first responders to soldiers, distinguished Irish-Americans have made indelible contributions to our national identity. Today, tens of millions of Irish-Americans can look back with pride on the legacy of their forebears. Irish-Americans are integral to the rich fabric of the United States, and we are grateful for their service and contributions. NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Con- stitution and laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim March 2009 as Irish-American Heritage Month. I encourage all Americans to observe this month with appropriate ceremonies, programs, and activi- ties.


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 123STA T . 3 6 1 7PROCL A M AT I O N8 3 5 1 — MAR. 3 , 2 0 0 9INW I T N ES SW H E R E OF, I have he r e untos et my han d th i sse c ond day o fM arch, in the year of our L ord t w o thousand nine, and of the Inde -p endence of the U nited States of A merica the two hundred and thirty- third .B ARA CK OBAMA Proclam a ti o n8351 o fM arc h 3 ,20 0 9Women’sHi s t o ryM ont h,20 0 9BythePr e sid e n t of the U nited S t a tes of Am eri c a A Proc l amation With passion and coura g e, women have taught us that when we b and together to advocate for our highest idea l s, we can advance our com- mon well-being and strengthen the fabric of our Nation. Each year dur- ing Women ’ s History Month, we remember and celebrate women from all wal k s of life who have shaped this great Nation. This year, in ac- cordance with the theme, ‘ ‘Women Taking the Lead to Save our P lan- et,’’ we pay particular tribute to the efforts of women in preserving and protecting the environment for present and future generations. Ellen Swallow Richards is known to have been the first woman in the United States to be accepted at a scientific school. She graduated from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1873 and went on to be- come a prominent chemist. In 1887, she conducted a survey of water q uality in Massachusetts. This study, the first of its kind in America, led to the Nation’s first state water-quality standards. Women have also taken the lead throughout our history in preserving our natural environment. In 1 90 0, Maria Sanford led the Minnesota Federation of Women’s G roups in their efforts to protect forestland near the Mississippi River, which eventually became the Chippewa Na- tional Forest, the first Congressionally mandated national forest. Mar- j ory Stoneman D ouglas dedicated her life to protecting and restoring the Florida Everglades. Her book, T he Ev er g lades
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 123STA T . 3 6 1 8PROCL A M AT I O N 83 5 2 — MAR. 13 , 2 0 0 9earth.S hea lsop ropose d that Am er ic ai nv est in alternative ener gy so u rces such as hydroelectricity , solar po w er, and wind power. T hese women helped protect our environment and our people while challenging the status q uo and b rea k ing social barriers. Their achieve - ments inspired generations o f American women and men not only to save our planet, but also to overcome obstacles and pursue their inter- ests and talents. They j oin a long and proud history of American women leaders, and this month we honor the contributions of all women to our N ation. N OW ,T HER E F ORE, I , B ARA CK OBA M A, P resident of the U nited States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Con- stitution and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim March 20 0 9 as Women ’ s History Month. I call upon all our citi z ens to observe this month with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities that honor the history, accomplishments, and contributions of American women. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this third day of March, in the year of our L ord two thousand nine, and of the Inde- pendence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty- third. BARACK OBAMA Proclam a ti o n8352 o fM arc h1 3, 2 0 0 9Nation a lP oi s onP rev ention W ee k,20 0 9BythePr e sid e n t of the U nited S t a tes of Am eri c a A Proc l amation Since 1 9 6 2, National Poison Prevention Week has helped raise aware- ness about the dangers of potentially poisonous substances and has provided the opportunity to educate fellow Americans about pre- venting and responding to poisonings. This education effort is critical to the well-being of children and adults alike, as both remain suscep- tible to poison e x posure. According to the American Association of Poison Control Centers ( AAPCC ) , more than two million potential poison exposures are re- ported to the Nation’s 61 poison control centers every year. More than half of those exposures involve children aged five and under. The AAPCC also reports that more than one thousand deaths due to poi- soning take place in the United States every year. Poisoning most frequently involves medicines and typical household chemicals, including cleaning supplies and personal care products. When improperly stored, these substances can present threats to the health and well-being of people subject to exposure. Taking simple steps can protect family and friends from harm. For example, keeping poisonous materials in their original containers, placing these materials out of children’s reach, following handling instructions and rec- ommended dosages, and installing carbon monoxide detectors can all help save lives. More information can be found at www.aapcc.org. In the event of a potential poisoning, experts at local poison control cen-


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 123STA T . 3 6 1 9PROCL A M AT I O N8 3 5 3 — MAR. 2 4, 2 0 09 terscanb e reac h e d at 1–80 0– 2 22–1222 .A sch il dren and ad u lts su f fer fr omp oison e x posures , all Americans should ta k e seriousl y this g ra v e health risk. T o encourage Americans to learn more about the dangers of accidental poisonings and to take appropriate preventive measures, the C ongress, by j oint resolution approved S eptember 2 6 ,1 9 61, as amended (75 Stat. 681 ) , has authori z ed and re q uested the P resident to issue a proclama - tion designating the third w eek of M arch each year as ‘ ‘ N ational Poison Prevention W eek. ’ ’ I encourage all Americans to familiarize themselves with this issue and take steps to protect their families. N O W,T HER E F ORE, I, B ARAC K OBAMA, President of the U nited States of America, do hereby proclaim March 15 through March 21, 2009, as National Poison Prevention Week. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirteenth day of March, in the year of our L ord two thousand nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-third. BARACK OBAMA Proclam a ti o n835 3o fM arc h24, 2 0 0 9Gre e kInd e p enden c e Day:AN a tio na l Day o fC ele b ration of Greek and A m erican Democracy ,20 0 9BythePr e sid e n t of the U nited S t a tes of Am eri c a A Proc l amation The American people join Hellenes today in commemorating the 188th anniversary of G reece’s independence. As we celebrate the establish- ment of the Hellenic Republic, we honor the historic contributions of Greeks and Greek-Americans. Americans celebrated the cause of Greek independence during the new nation’s earliest years. In 182 4, summarizing support for the Greek struggle among the American people, then-Representative Henry Clay declared, ‘‘That it is felt with the deepest intensity, expressed in al- most every possible form, and that it increases with every new day and passing hour.’’ His words are echoed today as Americans celebrate the anniversary of this struggle for independence. The relationship between Greece and the United States owes much to the vision of democracy and liberty forged in Greece. In constructing a modern democratic framework, our Nation’s founders drew upon the immutable principles of the ancient Greeks. All who cherish the ideal of democratic governance are beneficiaries of the Greek legacy. From the literary classics taught in our children’s classrooms to the gleaming monuments of our Nation’s capital, Greek cultural traditions have also found a home in the United States. In classrooms across the country, many of our students still immerse themselves in the epics of Homer, the dramas of Sophocles, and the philosophical innovations of Plato and Aristotle. Among the Greek-influenced structures in Wash-


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 123STA T . 3 6 2 0PROCL A M AT I O N8 3 54— APR. 1 , 200 9ingto n ,D.C .,o urNa tion ’s Ca p ito lB uil d ing dra w supont he ar c hitec - tural legac y o f the ancient G ree k s. I n recent history, Greece and the U nited S tates ha v e stood together to m eet the challenges of our times. Greeks and A mericans fought for common causes over the course of the 20 th century and continue to colla b orate in this century, including through membership in the North Atlantic T reaty O rgani z ation. The strength of the bond between Greece and the United States is e x - emplified by the Greek-American community, which enriches our Na- tion with its cultural heritage and helps maintain the living relation- ship between our countries. On the anniversary of Greece’s independence, we celebrate this friend- ship and look forward to realizing our common goals and aspirations. NO W ,T HER E F ORE, I, BARAC K OBA M A, P resident of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Con- stitution and laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim March 2 5, 200 9 ,as ‘ ‘Greek Independence Day A National Day of Celebration of Greek and American Democracy.’’ I call upon the people of the United States to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and activities. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty- fourth day of March, in the year of our L ord two thousand nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-third. BARACK OBAMA Proclam a ti o n8354 o fAp ril 1,20 0 9Nation a lC an cer Control M ont h,20 0 9BythePr e sid e n t of the U nited S t a tes of Am eri c a A Proc l amation We have achieved remarkable progress in the fight against cancer. Mir- acles in medical research have helped us understand how to prevent, detect, and treat cancer more effectively, and Americans are now more aware of how to protect themselves from this disease. Despite this progress, cancer continues to kill more Americans than any other malady but heart disease. Marking National Cancer Control Month, we recommit to the battle against cancer and emphasize the promise of medical research and the healthy steps Americans can take to protect themselves. To gain new ground in cancer prevention, detection, and treatment, my Administration will continue to press for increased support for re- search at the National Institutes of Health, the National Cancer Insti- tute, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and academic and other institutions. The Federal Government plays an indispensable role in investing in this research, which will save and improve lives for generations to come. As researchers work daily to better understand this disease, Americans can take steps to decrease their risk of developing cancer. Individuals


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 123STA T . 3 6 21 PROCL A M AT I O N8 3 5 5 — APR. 1 , 2 0 0 9ofal la ges s h o u l d see kr egular a n da p propr i a t e c heck - ups .T hese check-ups should include screening , such as m ammograms, the P ap test, and tests for colorectal cancer, all of w hich can help detect cancer during its earl y stages. H ealthy personal ha b its can also reduce the risk of cancer. S moking ac- counts for thousands of cancer deaths e v ery year, and q uitting — even after many years—can greatly reduce the risk of cancer. Physical inac- tivity and obesity may cause a substantial proportion of colon, breast, endometrial, kidney, and esophageal cancers in the U nited States, so maintaining physical activity and a healthy diet can help prevent can- cer, among other diseases. F inally, moderating alcohol intake and sun e x posure can help protect A mericans. Too many American families have been touched by cancer. As we ob- serve N ational C ancer Control M onth, I call upon all courageous cancer patients and survivors, health care providers, researchers, advocates, and others involved in this struggle to work together in support of our Nation ’ s goal to control, and ultimately defeat, this devastating disease. N OW ,TH ER EFORE, I, B ARAC K OBAMA, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Con- stitution and laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim April 20 0 9 as National Cancer Control Month. I encourage citi z ens, medical insti- tutions, government and social service agencies, businesses, nonprofit organizations, and other interested groups to j oin in activities that help control cancer. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this first day of April, in the year of our L ord two thousand nine, and of the Inde- pendence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty- third. BARACK OBAMA Proclam a ti o n835 5o fAp ril 1,20 0 9Nation a lCh il dAbusePr e v ention M onth ,20 0 9BythePr e sid e n t of the U nited S t a tes of Am eri c a A Proc l amation When the child next door is maltreated, we all suffer. Every American has a stake in the well-being of our Nation’s children. They are mem- bers of our communities, and they are our future. National Child Abuse Prevention Month provides the opportunity to underscore our commit- ment to preventing and responding appropriately to child abuse. This month, we emphasize the importance of understanding child abuse and the need for all Americans to help families overcome this dev- astating problem. The tragedy of child abuse may afflict American children in different ways. Abuse may occur physically, sexually, and emotionally. Child neglect, another form of child maltreatment, may occur physically and emotionally. Understanding the forms of child abuse is critical to pre- venting and responding to maltreatment.


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 123STA T . 3 6 22 PROCL A M AT I O N8 3 5 6 — APR. 1 , 2 0 0 9Awel l -inform e da nd st ron g famil y ist h es u rest defense against c hild a b use .T o hel p educate and strengthen families , community members can offer their time and counsel to parents and children who may need assistance. F ore x ample, parent support groups pro v ide an organi z ed forum for assistance. M ore informally, community members may sim- ply offer a helping hand to families under stress. More information about what families and communities can do is available at www.childwelfare.gov / preventing. C ivic organizations and government also have an important role to play. Civic groups offer essential support through education, assistance to those at ris k , and treatment for victims. G overnment at the local, S tate, and Federal level must provide funding for services, conduct public education pro j ects, and enforce child abuse laws. As we recognize that we all suffer when our children are abused, that we all benefit from mutual concern and care, and that we all have a responsibility to help, more American children will grow up healthy, happy, and with unlimited potential for success. NOW ,T HER EFORE, I , B ARAC K OBAMA, P resident of the U nited States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Con- stitution and laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim April 20 0 9, as National Child Abuse Prevention Month. I encourage all citizens to help prevent and respond to child abuse by strengthening families and contributing to all children ’ s physical, emotional, and developmental needs. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this first day of April, in the year of our L ord two thousand nine, and of the Inde- pendence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty- third. BARACK OBAMA Proclam a ti o n8356 o fAp ril 1,20 0 9Nation a lD onat eL i f e M ont h,20 0 9BythePr e sid e n t of the U nited S t a tes of Am eri c a A Proc l amation Through organ, tissue, and marrow donation Americans can give the extraordinary gift of life. National D onate Life Month provides an op- portunity to honor those who have given of themselves to save lives and to call upon others to participate in this generous effort. Every day in our Nation and across the world, Americans dedicate themselves to helping those in need. During times of crisis and calm, Americans have looked beyond themselves to aid friends and strangers alike. This spirit of giving represents a hallmark of our national char- acter. Many Americans have followed this tradition of generosity through organ, tissue, and marrow donation. These selfless individuals have saved lives and strengthened families and communities, and they de- serve respect and admiration for their contributions.


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 123STA T . 3 6 23 PROCL A M AT I O N8 3 57— APR. 3 , 2 0 0 9Iurgeal l Am er ic a nstof ollo w t h ese e x am p les by consi d ering becoming an organ , tissue, or marrow donor .T he call for help from those in need of transplants is clear. M ore donors are needed to meet the needs of those on the national waiting list for life - sa v ing transplants. W hen con- sidering organ donation, Americans should consult family members to ensure that loved ones are fully aware of the donor ’ s decisions. J oining the ran k s of organ donors is simple. I encourage Americans to learn more about becoming a donor at www.organdonor.gov. NO W,T HER E F ORE, I, B ARA CK OBAMA, P resident of the U nited S tates of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Con- stitution and laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim April 20 0 9 as National D onate L ife Month. I call upon health care professionals, volunteers, educators, government agencies, faith-based and commu- nity groups, and private organi z ations to j oin forces to increase the number of organ and tissue donors throughout our Nation. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this first day of April, in the year of our Lord two thousand nine, and of the Inde- pendence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty- third. BARACK OBAMA Proclam a ti o n8357 o fAp ril 3 ,20 0 9Education and Sh a r in gD a y,U. S. A ., 20 0 9BythePr e sid e n t of the U nited S t a tes of Am eri c a A Proc l amation The education we provide our children must prepare them to succeed in a global economy and to contribute to their communities. Com- memorating Education and Sharing Day, U.S.A., we underscore our commitment to a competitive and complete education. The professional demands of today’s workplace re q uire a renewed commitment to education. Our youngest children need a strong early foundation. Standards must be raised, curricula must be enhanced, and teachers must be supported. Families, communities, and educators must collaborate to ensure that students are working hard and receiv- ing the best instruction possible. Y et knowledge alone will not bring the future our children deserve. Our schools and community institutions must also help each child de- velop a moral compass. Education must blend basic American values such as honesty, personal responsibility, and service. These indispen- sable elements will not only help children succeed in challenging work environments, they will also help our youth engage in and contribute to their communities. Few have better understood or more successfully promoted these ideas than Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, the Lubavitcher Rebbe, who emphasized the importance of education and good character. Through the establishment of educational and social service institu- tions across the country and the world, Rabbi Schneerson sought to


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 123STA T . 3 6 2 4PROCL A M AT I O N8 3 5 8 — APR. 8 , 2 0 0 9empow e ry o ung peop l e a n di n s pire indi v iduals o f all ages .O n th is day , we raise his c all anew. N O W , THER E F ORE, I , BA RA CK OBA M A, P resident of the U nited S tates of America, b y virtue of the authority vested in me by the Con - stitution and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim April 5, 20 0 9 ,as ‘ ‘Education and Sharing D ay, U.S.A., 2009. ’ ’ I call upon all the people of the United States to loo k to the future with a renewed sense of civic engagement and common purpose. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this third day of April, in the year of our L ord two thousand nine, and of the Inde- pendence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty- third. BARACK OBAMA Proclam a ti o n835 8o fAp ril 8 ,20 0 9Nation a lD.A. R . E .Da y,20 0 9BythePr e sid e n t of the U nited S t a tes of Am eri c a A Proc l amation Drugs, gangs, and violence threaten our children and communities every day. Today we commemorate Drug Abuse Resistance Education ( D.A.R.E. ) , a program that has worked to educate children and protect them from these problems. National D.A.R.E. Day provides the oppor- tunity to reflect upon the dangers of drugs, gangs, and violence and to emphasi z e efforts to combat these threats. From inner cities to suburbs and rural communities, gangs and drug dealers prey upon youth across the United States. Unaware of the dan- gers of drug abuse and violence, many youth surrender the promise of a bright future. Every child lost in this battle represents a tragedy for our Nation, and we must do more to stop it. Education efforts to help children avoid drugs and violence must begin in the home. Parents must be positive role models and take the lead in advising their children on the effects of drugs on their health and well-being. The D.A.R.E. program has worked to educate students about drugs, gangs, and violence for more than 25 years. Placing law-enforcement personnel in the classroom, D.A.R.E. provides students with important lessons from e x perts and seeks to prepare them for the difficult en- counters and choices they may face. Today we honor D.A.R.E. for its important work. The efforts of D.A.R.E.’s instructors and supporters benefit our Nation’s children and are deserving of praise and appreciation. D.A.R.E.’s renewed efforts to implement science-based programs and to strengthen partnerships among law enforcement, families, and their communities are particu- larly worthy of commendation. Through effective teaching methods and broad participation, D.A.R.E. can help ensure that every child in America en j oys the opportunities he or she deserves.


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 123STA T . 3 6 2 5PROCL A M AT I O N8 35 9— APR. 8 , 2 0 09 NOW,THER E F ORE, I , BA RA CK OBA M A, Presid e ntof t h e U nited S t a tesofA m eri c a, byv irt u e of the authority vested in me by the Con - stitution and l a w s of the United States, do hereby p roclaim April 8, 20 0 9 , as National D. A.R.E. Day. I call upon our youth, parents, edu- cators, law enforcement personnel, and all the people of the United States to observe this day with appropriate pro g rams and activities. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eighth day of April, in the year of our L ord two thousand nine, and of the Inde- pendence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty- third. BARACK OBAMA Proclam a ti o n8359 o fAp ril 8 ,20 09 Nation a lSexu al As sault A w a r eness M ont h,20 0 9BythePr e sid e n t of the U nited S t a tes of Am eri c a A Proc l amation Se x ual assault scars the lives of millions in the United States. To in- crease awareness about this issue, prevent future crimes, and aid vic- tims, this month we mar k National Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Sexual assault is pervasive in the United States. Study after study has shown that this crime impacts people at all age levels and in every part of this Nation. One recent study found that 1 8 percent of women in this country have been raped in their lifetime. In addition, rates of sex- ual assault remain startlingly high for students from high school to col- lege. A 200 5 survey of high school students found that 10.8 percent of girls and 4 .2 percent of boys from grades nine to twelve were forced to have sexual intercourse at some time in their lives. A study of col- lege women found that 1 3 . 7 percent of undergraduate women had been victims of at least one completed sexual assault since entering college. Unlike victims of sexual assault in the larger community, students vic- timi z ed by other students often face additional challenges in a ‘ ‘closed ’ ’ campus environment. For example, a victim may continue to live in danger if the perpetrator resides in the same dormitory or at- tends the same classes. These statistics are all the more alarming given that, according to recent research, a ma j ority of victims do not report their attacks to police. V ictims of all ages suffer from both the physical and emotional con- se q uences of the attack. Sexual assault can lead to long-term health problems including chronic pain, stomach problems, and sexually transmitted diseases. It can also cause severe emotional harm that may be even more painful than the assault itself and resulting physical inju- ries. The effects of sexual assault go well beyond the direct victim sex- ual assault also has a profound impact on a victim’s family, friends, neighbors, and workplace. Victims need an array of services to heal from the trauma of sexual as- sault, including crisis intervention, 24-hour sexual assault hotlines, medical and criminal justice accompaniment, advocacy, and coun- seling. Victim service providers are essential to this effort and work


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 123STA T . 3 6 26 PROCL A M AT I O N8 36 0— APR. 9, 2009 tirel e s sl y t oh el pv i c ti m s cope w ith the tr au mao f se x ual assault a nd transition from ‘ ‘victim ’ ’ to ‘‘survivor . ’’ L andmar k le g islation has helped fund these critical services. T he V ic - tims of C rime A ct of 1984( V O CA ,P u b lic Law 98 – 4 73) established the Crime Victims F und to fund services such as forensic sexual assault examinations and compensation claims for both adult and child vic- tims. For example, since 1997, VOCA funding has supported the devel- opment of S exual Assault N urse E xaminer (SANE) programs and multi- disciplinary Sexual Assault R esponse Teams (SART). The Violence Against W omen Act of 20 0 5 (VAWA, Public Law 109–1 6 2) authori z ed the Sexual Assault Services Program, the first Federal funding dedi- cated exclusively to sexual assault services. The Program includes funding for culturally specific programs that serve victims who face uni q ue cultural and linguistic barriers. I n addition to helping victims, offenders must be held accountable for their crimes. Sexual assault forensic examinations and trained exam- iners can ensure that victims are treated with requisite sensitivity and that critical evidence is collected to facilitate a successful prosecution. To this end, VAWA mandates that all States that accept Federal grants to combat violence against women ensure that sexual assault victims receive forensic examinations free of charge, even if the victim chooses not to report the crime to the police. To make continued progress, my Administration supports efforts to help Americans better understand this issue. Working together, we can reduce the incidence of sexual assault and help all who have experi- enced this heinous crime. NOW, T H EREFORE, I, B ARAC K OBA M A, President of the U nited States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Con- stitution and laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim April 2009, as National Sexual Assault Awareness Month. I urge all Americans to respond to sexual assault by creating policies at work and school, by engaging in discussions with family and friends, and by making the prevention of sexual assault a priority in their communities. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eighth day of April, in the year of our Lord two thousand nine, and of the Inde- pendence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty- third. BARACK OBAMA Proclam a ti o n8360 o fAp ril 9,2 009 Nation a lF o rme r P ri s oner o fW ar R e c o g nition D a y,20 0 9BythePr e sid e n t of the U nited S t a tes of Am eri c a A Proc l amation American prisoners of war exemplify the courage and sacrifice that de- fine our men and women in uniform. These brave warriors have paid a massive share of the costs of freedom, and our Nation will be forever in their debt. Today we honor all prisoners of war by recognizing the


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 123STA T . 3 6 2 7PROCL A M AT I O N8 361 — APR. 9, 2 0 09 trem e ndous s ac r if ices made and t h e hardshi p s endured by those w ho fi g ht for our freedom .A merican prisoners of war ha v ee x perienced extreme conditions across the wor l d and many have made the ultimate sacrifice. S ixty - seven years ago , in the midst of W orld War I I, nearly 12, 0 00 Americans and 76 ,000 F ilipinos were captured while defending positions on the B a- taan P eninsula in the Philippines. As prisoners of war, they endured the Bataan D eath M arch, suffering starvation, torture, and unspea k able conditions. T housands were randomly executed and many perished on this j ourney. During the K orean War, more than 1,600 Americans died under grave conditions at the Pyok Tong camp. In V ietnam ’ s H oa L o Prison — the infamous Hanoi Hilton—Americans endured torture and other forms of inhumane treatment. There are countless tales of the bravery of American prisoners of war— of the burdens borne, of the acts of heroism. These individuals have made great sacrifices and have demonstrated an enduring faith in themselves and in the U nited States. Their commitment calls out to all Americans to live up to our N ation’s highest ideals and to serve our fellow citi z ens with e q ual selflessness and honor. We will never forget their sacrifices. Their spirit of service will inspire the American people for generations to come. N O W, TH ER EFORE, I, BARA C K OBAMA, President of the United States of America, by the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim April 9, 2009, as National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day, and I urge all Amer- icans to observe this day of remembrance with appropriate ceremonies and activities. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this ninth day of April, in the year of our Lord two thousand nine, and of the Inde- pendence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty- third. BARACK OBAMA Proclam a ti o n8361 o fAp ril 9,20 09 PanAmeric an D a y an d Pan American W ee k,20 0 9BythePr e sid e n t of the U nited S t a tes of Am eri c a A Proc l amation A common heritage, an interconnected world, and shared goals and values unite the Pan American community. As a proud member of this group of countries, the United States celebrates Pan American Day and Pan American Week and commits to working with our partners in the Organization of American States to advance a common future. The Pan American community is highly interwoven, and the peoples of the Americas must work together to build the future we seek. When one country faces economic, security, or health challenges, its neigh- bors share in this hardship. Together, the Pan American community can build strong partnerships to surmount common concerns and fur- ther mutual success.