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TABLE SHOWING DISPOSITION OF ALL SECTIONS OF ‘‘(c) CONTINUING EFFECT.—An order, rule, or regula- FORMER TITLE 36—Continued tion in effect under a law replaced by section 1 or 2 of this Act continues in effect under the corresponding Title 36 Title 36 provision enacted by this Act until repealed, amended, Former Sections New Sections or superseded. 5908(f) ...... 21003 ‘‘(d) ACTIONS AND OFFENSES UNDER PRIOR LAW.—An 5908(g) (related to member- 21004 action taken or an offense committed under a law re- ship). placed by section 1 or 2 of this Act is deemed to have 5908(g) (related to directors 21005 been taken or committed under the corresponding pro- and officers). vision enacted by this Act. 5909 ...... 21011 ‘‘(e) INFERENCES.—An inference of a legislative con- 5910 ...... 21009 5911 ...... 21012 struction is not to be drawn by reason of the location 5912 ...... 10102 in the United States Code of a provision enacted by this 5913 (related to termination of 21002 Act or by reason of a caption or catch line of the provi- charter). sion. 5913 (related to duty to main- 21008 ‘‘(f) SEVERABILITY.—If a provision enacted by this Act tain status). is held invalid, all valid provisions that are severable 5914 ...... 21002 from the invalid provision remain in effect. If a provi- 5915 ...... 21001 sion enacted by this Act is held invalid in any of its applications, the provision remains valid for all valid ap- ENACTING CLAUSE plications that are severable from any of the invalid Pub. L. 105–225, § 1, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1253, pro- applications.’’ vided in part that: ‘‘Certain general and permanent laws of the United States, related to patriotic and na- REPEALS AND SAVINGS PROVISIONS tional observances, ceremonies, and organizations, are Pub. L. 105–354, § 5(a), Nov. 3, 1998, 112 Stat. 3245, pro- revised, codified, and enacted as title 36, United States vided that: ‘‘The repeal of a law by this Act may not be Code, ‘Patriotic and National Observances, Ceremonies, construed as a legislative inference that the provision and Organizations’ ’’. was or was not in effect before its repeal.’’ Pub. L. 105–354, § 5(b), Nov. 3, 1998, 112 Stat. 3245, re- LEGISLATIVE PURPOSE AND CONSTRUCTION pealed specified laws, except for rights and duties that Pub. L. 105–354, § 4, Nov. 3, 1998, 112 Stat. 3245, pro- matured, penalties that were incurred, and proceedings vided that: that were begun before Nov. 3, 1998. ‘‘(a) NO SUBSTANTIVE CHANGE.—(1) Section 1 of this Pub. L. 105–225, § 6(a), Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1499, pro- Act restates, without substantive change, laws enacted vided that: ‘‘The repeal of a law by this Act may not be before September 5, 1998, that were replaced by section construed as a legislative inference that the provision 1. Section 1 may not be construed as making a sub- was or was not in effect before its repeal.’’ stantive change in the laws replaced. Pub. L. 105–225, § 6(b), Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1499, re- ‘‘(2) Laws enacted after September 4, 1998, that are in- pealed specified laws, except for rights and duties that consistent with this Act supersede this Act to the ex- matured, penalties that were incurred, and proceedings tent of the inconsistency. that were begun before Aug. 12, 1998. ‘‘(b) REFERENCES.—A reference to a law replaced by this Act, including a reference in a regulation, order, or other law, is deemed to refer to the corresponding pro- Subtitle I—Patriotic and National vision enacted by this Act. Observances and Ceremonies ‘‘(c) CONTINUING EFFECT.—An order, rule, or regulation in effect under a law replaced by this Act con- PART A—OBSERVANCES AND CEREMONIES tinues in effect under the corresponding provision en- Chapter Sec. acted by this Act until repealed, amended, or super- 1. Patriotic and National Observ- seded. ‘‘(d) ACTIONS AND OFFENSES UNDER PRIOR LAW.—An ances ...... 101 action taken or an offense committed under a law re- 3. National Anthem, Motto, Floral placed by this Act is deemed to have been taken or Emblem March, and Tree ...... 301 committed under the corresponding provision enacted 5. Presidential Inaugural Ceremonies 501 by this Act. 7. Federal Participation in Carl Gar- ‘‘(e) INFERENCES.—An inference of a legislative con- ner Federal Lands Cleanup Day .. 701 struction is not to be drawn by reason of the location 9. Miscellaneous ...... 901 in the United States Code of a provision enacted by this Act or by reason of a heading of the provision. PART B—UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT ORGANIZATIONS ‘‘(f) SEVERABILITY.—If a provision enacted by this Act INVOLVED WITH OBSERVANCES AND CEREMONIES is held invalid, all valid provisions that are severable from the invalid provision remain in effect. If a provi- 21. American Battle Monuments Com- sion enacted by this Act is held invalid in any of its ap- mission ...... 2101 plications, the provision remains valid for all valid ap- 23. United States Holocaust Memorial plications that are severable from any of the invalid Council ...... 2301 applications.’’ 25. President’s Committee on Employ- Pub. L. 105–225, § 5, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1499, pro- ment of People With Disabilities 2501 vided that: ‘‘(a) NO SUBSTANTIVE CHANGE.—Sections 1 and 2 of AMENDMENTS this Act restate, without substantive change, laws en- 2004—Pub. L. 108–447, div. J, title I, § 109(b)(1), Dec. 8, acted before August 16, 1997, that were replaced by 2004, 118 Stat. 3344, substituted ‘‘March, and Tree’’ for those sections. Those sections may not be construed as ‘‘, and March’’ in item for chapter 3. making a substantive change in the laws replaced. Laws enacted after August 15, 1997, that are inconsist- PART A—OBSERVANCES AND CEREMONIES ent with this Act supersede this Act to the extent of the inconsistency. CHAPTER 1—PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL ‘‘(b) REFERENCES.—A reference to a law replaced by OBSERVANCES section 1 or 2 of this Act, including a reference in a regulation, order, or other law, is deemed to refer to the Sec. corresponding provision enacted by this Act. 101. American Heart Month. TITLE 36—PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, Page 12 AND ORGANIZATIONS

Sec. activities are fitting and proper to honor Ronald 102. Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month. Reagan on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of 103. Cancer Control Month. his birth; and 104. Carl Garner Federal Lands Cleanup Day. ‘‘(4) submit to the President and Congress reports 105. Child Health Day. pursuant to section 7. 106. Constitution Day and Citizenship Day. 107. Columbus Day. ‘‘SEC. 4. MEMBERSHIP. 108. Constitution Week. ‘‘(a) NUMBER AND APPOINTMENT.—The Commission 109. Father’s Day. shall be composed of 11 members as follows: 110. Flag Day. ‘‘(1) The Secretary of the Interior. 111. Gold Star Mother’s Day. ‘‘(2) Four members appointed by the President after 112. Honor America Days. considering the recommendations of the Board of 113. Law Day, U.S.A. Trustees of the Ronald Reagan Foundation. 114. Leif Erikson Day. ‘‘(3) Two Members of the House of Representatives 115. Loyalty Day. appointed by the Speaker of the House of Representa- 116. Memorial Day. tives. 117. Mother’s Day. ‘‘(4) One Member of the House of Representatives 118. National Aviation Day. appointed by the minority leader of the House of Rep- 119. National Day of Prayer. resentatives. 120. National Defense Transportation Day. ‘‘(5) Two Members of the Senate appointed by the 121. National Disability Employment Awareness majority leader of the Senate. Month. ‘‘(6) One Member of the Senate appointed by the mi- 122. National Flag Week. nority leader of the Senate. 123. National Forest Products Week. ‘‘(b) EX OFFICIO MEMBER.—The Archivist of the 124. National Freedom Day. United States shall serve in an ex officio capacity on 125. National Grandparents Day. the Commission to provide advice and information to 126. National Hispanic Heritage Month. the Commission. 127. National Korean War Veterans Armistice ‘‘(c) TERMS.—Each member shall be appointed for the Day. life of the Commission. 128. National Maritime Day. ‘‘(d) DEADLINE FOR APPOINTMENT.—All members of the 129. National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. Commission shall be appointed not later than 90 days 130. National Poison Prevention Week. after the date of the enactment of this Act [June 2, 131. National Safe Boating Week. 2009]. 132. National School Lunch Week. ‘‘(e) VACANCIES.—A vacancy on the Commission 133. National Transportation Week. shall— 134. Pan American Aviation Day. ‘‘(1) not affect the powers of the Commission; and 135. Parents’ Day. ‘‘(2) be filled in the manner in which the original 136. Peace Officers Memorial Day. appointment was made. 137. Police Week. ‘‘(f) RATES OF PAY.—Members shall not receive com- 138. Save Your Vision Week. pensation for the performance of their duties on behalf 139. Steelmark Month. of the Commission. 140. Stephen Foster Memorial Day. ‘‘(g) TRAVEL EXPENSES.—Each member of the Com- 141. Thomas Jefferson’s birthday. mission shall be reimbursed for travel and per diem in 142. White Cane Safety Day. lieu of subsistence expenses during the performance of 143. Wright Brothers Day. duties of the Commission while away from home or his 144. Patriot Day. or her regular place of business, in accordance with applicable provisions under subchapter I of chapter 57 of AMENDMENTS title 5, United States Code. 2004—Pub. L. 108–447, div. J, title I, § 111(c)(2), Dec. 8, ‘‘(h) QUORUM.—A majority of the members of the 2004, 118 Stat. 3345, inserted ‘‘Constitution Day and’’ be- Commission shall constitute a quorum to conduct busi- fore ‘‘Citizenship Day’’ in item 106. ness, but two or more members may hold hearings. 2001—Pub. L. 107–89, § 2, Dec. 18, 2001, 115 Stat. 877, ‘‘(i) CHAIRPERSON.—The chairperson of the Commis- added item 144. sion shall be elected by a majority vote of the members of the Commission. RONALD REAGAN CENTENNIAL COMMISSION ‘‘SEC. 5. DIRECTOR AND STAFF OF COMMISSION. Pub. L. 111–25, June 2, 2009, 123 Stat. 1767, provided ‘‘(a) DIRECTOR AND STAFF.—The Commission shall ap- that: point an executive director and such other additional ‘‘SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. personnel as are necessary to enable the Commission to ‘‘This Act may be cited as the ‘Ronald Reagan Cen- perform its duties. tennial Commission Act’. ‘‘(b) APPLICABILITY OF CERTAIN CIVIL SERVICE LAWS.— The executive director and staff of the Commission ‘‘SEC. 2. ESTABLISHMENT. may be appointed without regard to the provisions of ‘‘There is established a commission to be known as title 5, United States Code, governing appointments in the ‘Ronald Reagan Centennial Commission’ (in this the competitive service, and may be paid without re- Act referred to as the ‘Commission’). gard to the provisions of chapter 51 and subchapter III ‘‘SEC. 3. DUTIES OF COMMISSION. of chapter 53 of such title relating to classification and ‘‘The Commission shall— General Schedule pay rates, except that the rate of pay ‘‘(1) plan, develop, and carry out such activities as for the executive director and other staff may not ex- the Commission considers fitting and proper to honor ceed the rate payable for level V of the Executive Ronald Reagan on the occasion of the 100th anniver- Schedule under section 5316 of such title. sary of his birth; ‘‘(c) DETAIL OF FEDERAL EMPLOYEES.—Upon request of ‘‘(2) provide advice and assistance to Federal, State, the Commission, the Secretary of the Interior or the and local governmental agencies, as well as civic Archivist of the United States may detail, on a reim- groups[,] to carry out activities to honor Ronald bursable basis, any of the personnel of that department Reagan on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of or agency to the Commission to assist it in carrying his birth; out its duties under this Act. ‘‘(3) develop activities that may be carried out by ‘‘(d) EXPERTS AND CONSULTANTS.—The Commission the Federal Government to determine whether the may procure such temporary and intermittent services Page 13 TITLE 36—PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS as are necessary to enable the Commission to perform 225TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION its duties. COMMEMORATION ‘‘(e) VOLUNTEER AND UNCOMPENSATED SERVICES.—Not- Pub. L. 108–447, div. J, title II, Dec. 8, 2004, 118 Stat. withstanding section 1342 of title 31, United States 3348, provided that: Code, the Commission may accept and use voluntary and uncompensated services as the Commission deter- ‘‘SEC. 201. SHORT TITLE. mines necessary. ‘‘This title may be cited as the ‘225th Anniversary of the American Revolution Commemoration Act’. ‘‘SEC. 6. POWERS OF COMMISSION. ‘‘SEC. 202. FINDINGS AND PURPOSES. ‘‘(a) HEARINGS.—The Commission may, for the purpose of carrying out this Act, hold hearings, sit and act ‘‘(a) FINDINGS.—Congress finds the following: at times and places, take testimony, and receive evi- ‘‘(1) The American Revolution, inspired by the spir- dence as the Commission considers appropriate. it of liberty and independence among the inhabitants ‘‘(b) MAILS.—The Commission may use the United of the original 13 colonies of Great Britain, was an States mails in the same manner and under the same event of global significance having a profound and conditions as other departments and agencies of the lasting effect upon American Government, laws, cul- United States. ture, society, and values. ‘‘(c) OBTAINING OFFICIAL DATA.—The Commission may ‘‘(2) The years 2000 through 2008 mark the 225th an- secure directly from any department or agency of the niversary of the Revolutionary War. United States information necessary to enable it to ‘‘(3) Every generation of American citizens should carry out its duties under this Act. Upon request of the have an opportunity to understand and appreciate chairperson of the Commission, the head of that de- the continuing legacy of the American Revolution. partment or agency shall furnish that information to ‘‘(4) This 225th anniversary provides an opportunity the Commission. to enhance public awareness and understanding of the ‘‘(d) GIFTS, BEQUESTS, DEVISES.—The Commission impact of the American Revolution’s legacy on the may solicit, accept, use, and dispose of gifts, bequests, lives of citizens today. or devises of money, services, or property, both real ‘‘(5) Although the National Park Service admin- and personal, for the purpose of aiding or facilitating isters battlefields, historical parks, historic sites, and its work. programs that address elements of the story of the ‘‘(e) AVAILABLE SPACE.—Upon the request of the Com- American Revolution, there is a need to establish mission, the Administrator of General Services shall partnerships that link sites and programs adminis- make available nationwide to the Commission, at a tered by the National Park Service with those of normal rental rate for Federal agencies, such assist- other Federal and non-Federal entities in order to ance and facilities as may be necessary for the Com- place the story of the American Revolution in the mission to carry out its duties under this Act. broad context of its causes, consequences, and mean- ‘‘(f) CONTRACT AUTHORITY.—The Commission may ings. enter into contracts with and compensate government ‘‘(6) The story and significance of the American and private agencies or persons to enable the Commis- Revolution can best engage the American people sion to discharge its duties under this Act. through a national program of the National Park Service that links historic structures and sites, ‘‘SEC. 7. REPORTS. routes, activities, community projects, exhibits, and ‘‘(a) ANNUAL REPORTS.—The Commission shall submit multimedia materials, in a manner that is both uni- to the President and the Congress annual reports on fied and flexible. the revenue and expenditures of the Commission, in- ‘‘(b) PURPOSES.—The purposes of this Act [probably cluding a list of each gift, bequest, or devise to the should be ‘‘title’’] are as follows: Commission with a value of more than $250, together ‘‘(1) To recognize the enduring importance of the with the identity of the donor of each gift, bequest, or American Revolution in the lives of American citi- devise. zens today. ‘‘(b) INTERIM REPORTS.—The Commission may submit ‘‘(2) To authorize the National Park Service to to the President and Congress interim reports as the coordinate, connect, and facilitate Federal and non- Commission considers appropriate. Federal activities to commemorate, honor, and inter- ‘‘(c) FINAL REPORT.—Not later than April 30, 2011, the pret the history of the American Revolution, its sig- Commission shall submit a final report to the Presi- nificance, and its relevance to the shape and spirit of dent and the Congress containing— American Government and society. ‘‘(1) a summary of the activities of the Commission; ‘‘SEC. 203. 225TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE AMERICAN ‘‘(2) a final accounting of funds received and ex- REVOLUTION COMMEMORATION PROGRAM. pended by the Commission; and ‘‘(a) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary of the Interior ‘‘(3) the findings, conclusions, and final recom- (hereinafter in this Act [title] referred to as the ‘Sec- mendations of the Commission. retary’) shall establish a program to be known as the ‘‘SEC. 8. TERMINATION. ‘225th Anniversary of the American Revolution Com- ‘‘The Commission may terminate on such date as the memoration’ (hereinafter in this Act [title] referred to Commission may determine after it submits its final as the ‘225th Anniversary’). In administering the 225th report pursuant to section 7(c), but not later than May Anniversary, the Secretary shall— 30, 2011. ‘‘(1) produce and disseminate to appropriate persons educational materials, such as handbooks, maps, in- ‘‘SEC. 9. ANNUAL AUDIT. terpretive guides, or electronic information related ‘‘The Inspector General of the Department of the In- to the 225th Anniversary and the American Revolu- terior may perform an audit of the Commission, shall tion; make the results of any audit performed available to ‘‘(2) enter into appropriate cooperative agreements the public, and shall transmit such results to the Com- and memoranda of understanding to provide tech- mittee on Oversight and Government Reform of the nical assistance under subsection (c); House of Representatives and the Committee on Home- ‘‘(3) assist in the protection of resources associated land Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate. with the American Revolution; ‘‘(4) enhance communications, connections, and col- ‘‘SEC. 10. PROHIBITION ON OBLIGATION OF FED- laboration among the National Park Service units ERAL FUNDS. and programs related to the Revolutionary War; ‘‘No Federal funds may be obligated to carry out this ‘‘(5) expand the research base for American Revolu- Act.’’ tion interpretation and education; and TITLE 36—PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, Page 14 AND ORGANIZATIONS

‘‘(6) create and adopt an official, uniform symbol or sary of Lincoln’s birth and provided for a final report device for the theme ‘Lighting Freedom’s Flame: by the Commission not later than Apr. 30, 2010, and ter- American Revolution, 225th Anniversary’ and issue mination of the Commission 120 days after submission regulations for its use. of the report. ‘‘(b) ELEMENTS.—The 225th Anniversary shall encom- ROC. NO. 8522. ARMED FORCES DAY pass the following elements: P ‘‘(1) All units and programs of the National Park Proc. No. 8522, May 14, 2010, 75 F.R. 28185, provided: Service determined by the Secretary to pertain to the America’s Armed Forces represent the very best of American Revolution. our national character. They have answered the call to ‘‘(2) Other governmental and nongovernmental defend our Nation, and their service and sacrifice hum- sites, facilities, and programs of an educational, re- ble us all. On Armed Forces Day, we pay tribute to search, or interpretive nature that are documented to these patriots who risk their lives, sometimes giving be directly related to the American Revolution. their last full measure of devotion, to preserve the vi- ‘‘(3) Through the Secretary of State, the participa- sion of our forebears and the freedoms we enjoy. tion of the Governments of the United Kingdom, Our service members carry on the proud traditions of France, the Netherlands, Spain, and Canada. duty and valor that have sustained us from our earliest ‘‘(c) COOPERATIVE AGREEMENTS AND MEMORANDA OF days of independence. Today, we have the greatest UNDERSTANDING.—To achieve the purposes of this Act military force in the history of the world because we [title] and to ensure effective coordination of the Fed- have the finest personnel in the world. Wherever they eral and non-Federal elements of the 225th Anniversary are needed, from Iraq and Afghanistan to right here at with National Park Service units and programs, the home, they are serving and protecting our Nation. Secretary may enter into cooperative agreements and We owe our Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines, and memoranda of understanding with, and provide tech- Coast Guardsmen more than our gratitude; we owe nical assistance to, the following: them our support. That is why my Administration is ‘‘(1) The heads of other Federal agencies, States, committed to ensuring they have the strategy, clear units of local government, and private entities. mission, and equipment they need to get the job done, ‘‘(2) In cooperation with the Secretary of State, the and the resources they deserve when they come home. Governments of the United Kingdom, France, the We are also increasing support for military spouses and Netherlands, Spain, and Canada. families who must deal with the stress and separation ‘‘(d) AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS.—There is au- of war. thorized to be appropriated to the Secretary to carry Today, let us raise our flags high to honor the service out this Act [title] $500,000 for each of fiscal years 2004 members who keep us safe, as we reaffirm our commit- through 2009.’’ ment to fulfill our duty to them. NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President BENJAMIN FRANKLIN TERCENTENARY COMMISSION of the United States of America, and Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces of the United States, con- Pub. L. 107–202, July 24, 2002, 116 Stat. 739, known as tinuing the precedent of my predecessors in office, do the Benjamin Franklin Tercentenary Commission Act, hereby proclaim the third Saturday of each May as created the Commission to celebrate the 300th anniver- Armed Forces Day. sary of Franklin’s birth, established the Commission’s I direct the Secretary of Defense on behalf of the membership, duties and powers, authorized appropria- Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and the Sec- tions, required interim reports and a final report by retary of Homeland Security on behalf of the Coast Jan. 16, 2007, and provided that the Commission would Guard, to plan for appropriate observances each year, terminate 120 days after submitting its final report. with the Secretary of Defense responsible for soliciting BROWN V. BOARD OF EDUCATION 50TH ANNIVERSARY the participation and cooperation of civil authorities COMMISSION and private citizens. I invite the Governors of the States, the Common- Pub. L. 107–41, Sept. 18, 2001, 115 Stat. 226, created the wealth of Puerto Rico, and other areas subject to the Brown v. Board of Education 50th Anniversary Commis- jurisdiction of the United States, to provide for the ob- sion to plan and coordinate the commemoration of the servance of Armed Forces Day within their jurisdiction 50th anniversary of the Supreme Court decision in each year in an appropriate manner designed to in- Brown v. Board of Education and provided for reports crease public understanding and appreciation of the by the Commission and for its termination not later Armed Forces of the United States. than Feb. 1, 2005. I also invite veterans, civic, and other organizations JAMES MADISON COMMEMORATION COMMISSION to join in the observance of Armed Forces Day each year. Pub. L. 106–550, Dec. 19, 2000, 114 Stat. 2745, known as Finally, I call upon all Americans to display the flag the James Madison Commemoration Commission Act, of the United States at their homes on Armed Forces created the James Madison Commemoration Commis- Day, and I urge citizens to learn more about military sion and the James Madison Commemoration Advisory service by attending and participating in the local ob- Committee, directed them to prepare various publica- servances of the day. I also encourage Americans to tions, activities, and events relating to the life of volunteer at organizations that provide support to our James Madison, and provided for a final report by the troops. Commission not later than Feb. 15, 2002, and the termi- Proclamation 8380 of May 14, 2009, is hereby super- nation of the Commission and Committee not later seded. than 60 days after submission of the report. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fourteenth day of May, in the year of our ABRAHAM LINCOLN BICENTENNIAL COMMISSION Lord two thousand ten, and of the Independence of the Pub. L. 106–173, Feb. 25, 2000, 114 Stat. 14, as amended United States of America the two hundred and thirty- by Pub. L. 107–20, title II, § 2804, July 24, 2001, 115 Stat. fourth. 185; Pub. L. 107–68, title II, § 209, Nov. 12, 2001, 115 Stat. BARACK OBAMA. 588; Pub. L. 107–117, div. B, § 917(a), Jan. 10, 2002, 115 Prior similar proclamations were contained in the Stat. 2324; Pub. L. 108–7, div. H, title I, § 1304, Feb. 20, following: 2003, 117 Stat. 379; Pub. L. 108–59, § 1, July 14, 2003, 117 Proc. No. 8380, May 14, 2009, 74 F.R. 23603, superseded Stat. 860; Pub. L. 111–8, div. G, title I, § 1204, Mar. 11, by Proc. No. 8522, May 14, 2010, 75 F.R. 28185. 2009, 123 Stat. 826, known as the Abraham Lincoln Bi- Proc. No. 7562, May 16, 2002, 67 F.R. 35707, superseded centennial Commission Act, established the Abraham by Proc. No. 8380, May 14, 2009, 74 F.R. 23603. Lincoln Bicentennial Commission to plan and carry out Proc. No. 6693, May 21, 1994, 59 F.R. 26923, superseded various activities to honor the bicentennial anniver- by Proc. No. 7562, May 16, 2002, 67 F.R. 35707. Page 15 TITLE 36—PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, § 101 AND ORGANIZATIONS

Proc. No. 5983, May 17, 1989, 54 F.R. 21593, superseded § 101. American Heart Month by Proc. No. 6693, May 21, 1994, 59 F.R. 26923. Proc. No. 4934, Apr. 16, 1982, 47 F.R. 16767, superseded The President is requested to issue each year by Proc. No. 5983, May 17, 1989, 54 F.R. 21593. a proclamation— Proc. No. 4571, May 15, 1978, 43 F.R. 21313, superseded (1) designating February as American Heart by Proc. No. 4934, Apr. 16, 1982, 47 F.R. 16767. Month; Proc. No. 4492, Mar. 22, 1977, 42 F.R. 15889, superseded by Proc. No. 4571, May 15, 1978, 43 F.R. 21313. (2) inviting the chief executive officers of Proc. No. 4357, Mar. 25, 1975, 40 F.R. 13293, superseded the States, territories, and possessions of the by Proc. No. 4492, Mar. 22, 1977, 42 F.R. 15889. United States to issue proclamations designat- Proc. No. 4276, Mar. 21, 1974, 39 F.R. 10877, superseded ing February as American Heart Month; and by Proc. No. 4357, Mar. 25, 1975, 40 F.R. 13293. (3) urging the people of the United States to Proc. No. 3655, May 7, 1965, 30 F.R. 6467, superseded by recognize the nationwide problem of heart and Proc. No. 4276, Mar. 21, 1974, 39 F.R. 10877. Proc. No. 3399, Mar. 22, 1961, 26 F.R. 2501, superseded blood vessel diseases and to support all essen- by Proc. No. 3655, May 7, 1965, 30 F.R. 6467. tial programs required to solve the problem. Proc. No. 3172, Mar. 6, 1957, 22 F.R. 1427, superseded by (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1254.) Proc. No. 3399, Mar. 22, 1961, 26 F.R. 2501.

PROC. NO. 8455. NATIONAL FARM-CITY WEEK HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES Proc. No. 8455, Nov. 20, 2009, 74 F.R. 61261, provided: Revised Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large) Our Nation’s farm and ranch families supply many of Section the basic necessities of our daily life. They manage a 101 ...... 36:169b. Dec. 30, 1963, Pub. L. 88–254, large portion of our country’s fertile land base, and 77 Stat. 843. they are caretakers of our valuable natural resources and diverse ecosystems. Their connections with urban In clause (2), the words ‘‘chief executive officers’’ are and suburban communities are critical to our economy substituted for ‘‘Governors’’, and the words ‘‘terri- and to the nourishment of our people. During National tories, and possessions’’ are substituted for ‘‘terri- Farm-City Week, we express gratitude for the contribu- tories’’, for clarity and consistency in the revised title tions of our Nation’s farmers and ranchers, and we re- and with other titles of the United States Code. dedicate ourselves to providing all Americans with ac- cess to healthy food, and thus, a healthy future. SHORT TITLE OF 2009 AMENDMENT Pioneered by Native Americans, agriculture was our Pub. L. 111–113, § 1, Dec. 14, 2009, 123 Stat. 3026, pro- Nation’s first industry. For agriculture to thrive in the vided that: ‘‘This Act [amending sections 190104 and 21st century, we must continue to cultivate the rela- 190109 of this title] may be cited as the ‘Reserve Offi- tionships between farmers and rural businesses and cers Association Modernization Act of 2009’.’’ their partners and customers in cities and towns. American farmers and ranchers are proud to grow the SHORT TITLE OF 2008 AMENDMENT food, feed, fuel, and fiber that enhance our national se- Pub. L. 110–207, § 1, Apr. 30, 2008, 122 Stat. 719, provided curity and prosperity, and remain steadfast stewards of that: ‘‘This Act [amending section 140503 of this title] the land they love. We must ensure that farming is may be cited as the ‘Purple Heart Family Equity Act maintained as an economically, socially, and environ- of 2007’.’’ mentally sustainable way of life for future generations. This Thanksgiving season, we celebrate farms of SHORT TITLE OF 2007 AMENDMENT every size that produce fruits, vegetables, dairy, and livestock indispensable to the health of our families. Pub. L. 110–26, § 1, May 11, 2007, 121 Stat. 103, provided We also recognize the vital ties between our urban and that: ‘‘This Act [enacting sections 300111 and 300112 of suburban communities and their local farmers through this title, amending sections 300101 to 300105, 300107, regional food systems, farmers markets, and commu- 300109, and 300110 of this title, renumbering former sec- nity gardens. During National Farm-City Week, we cel- tion 300111 of this title as section 300113 of this title, ebrate the bounty of America, and we honor the com- and enacting provisions set out as a note under section mitment of those who grow, harvest, and deliver agri- 300101 of this title] may be cited as the ‘The American cultural goods to feed our country and grow our econ- National Red Cross Governance Modernization Act of omy. 2007’.’’ NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President SHORT TITLE OF 2005 AMENDMENT of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws Pub. L. 109–9, title III, § 311, Apr. 27, 2005, 119 Stat. 226, of the United States, do hereby proclaim the week end- provided that: ‘‘This subtitle [subtitle B (§§ 311, 312) of ing on Thanksgiving Day of each year as National title III of Pub. L. 109–9, amending sections 151703, Farm-City Week. I call on Americans as they gather 151705, 151706, and 151711 of this title] may be cited as with their families and friends to reflect on the accom- the ‘National Film Preservation Foundation Reauthor- plishments of all who dedicate their lives to promoting ization Act of 2005’.’’ our Nation’s agricultural abundance and environmental SHORT TITLE OF 2002 AMENDMENT stewardship. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my Pub. L. 107–323, § 1, Dec. 4, 2002, 116 Stat. 2787, provided hand this twentieth day of November, in the year of our that: ‘‘This Act [amending section 902 of this title and Lord two thousand nine, and of the Independence of the enacting provisions set out as a note under section 902 United States of America the two hundred and thirty- of this title] may be cited as the ‘POW/MIA Memorial fourth. Flag Act of 2002’.’’ BARACK OBAMA. SHORT TITLE OF 1998 AMENDMENT EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 13072 Pub. L. 105–277, div. C, title I, § 142(a), Oct. 21, 1998, 112 Ex. Ord. No. 13072, Feb. 2, 1998, 63 F.R. 6041, provided Stat. 2681–603, provided that: ‘‘This section [enacting for formation of the White House Millennium Council section 220512 of this title, amending sections 220501, to lead the country in a celebration of the new millen- 220503 to 220506, 220509 to 220511, 220521 to 220524, and nium by initiating and recognizing national and local 220528 of this title, and enacting provisions set out as a projects that contributed in educational, creative, and note under section 220501 of this title] may be cited as productive ways to America’s commemoration of that the ‘Olympic and Amateur Sports Act Amendments of historic time. 1998’.’’ § 102 TITLE 36—PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, Page 16 AND ORGANIZATIONS

§ 102. Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month other than the first Saturday after Labor Day if a manager of Federal land decides that an alter- (a) DESIGNATION.—May is Asian/Pacific Amer- native date is more appropriate because of cli- ican Heritage Month. matological or other factors. (b) PROCLAMATIONS.—The President is requested to issue each year a proclamation call- (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1255.) ing on the people of the United States, and the HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES chief executive officers of each State of the United States, the District of Columbia, the Vir- Revised Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large) gin Islands, Puerto Rico, Guam, American Section Samoa, the Northern Mariana Islands, the Mar- 104(a) ...... 36:169i (1st sen- Aug. 27, 1986, Pub. L. 99–402, shall Islands, Micronesia, and Palau are re- tence). § 3, 100 Stat. 910; Nov. 12, 1996, Pub. L. 104–333, § 806, quested to issue each year proclamations calling 110 Stat. 4188. on the people of their respective jurisdictions, to 104(b) ...... 36:169i (last sentence). observe Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and ac- In subsection (b), the words ‘‘associated with Carl tivities. Garner Federal Lands Cleanup Day’’ are omitted as un- (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1254.) necessary.

HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES § 105. Child Health Day The President is requested to issue each year Revised Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large) Section a proclamation— 102(a) ...... 36:169k(a). Oct. 23, 1992, Pub. L. 102–450, (1) designating the first Monday in October § 2, 106 Stat. 2251. as Child Health Day; and 102(b) ...... 36:169k(b)–(d). (2) inviting all agencies and organizations interested in child welfare to unite on Child § 103. Cancer Control Month Health Day in observing exercises that will (a) GENERAL.—The President is requested— make the people of the United States aware of (1) to issue each year a proclamation des- the fundamental necessity of a year-round ignating April as Cancer Control Month; and program to protect and develop the health of (2) to invite each year the chief executive of- the children of the United States. ficers of the States, territories, and posses- (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1255.) sions of the United States to issue proclamations designating April as Cancer Control HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES Month. Revised Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large) (b) CONTENTS OF PROCLAMATIONS.—As part of Section those proclamations, the chief executive officers 105 ...... 36:143. May 18, 1928, ch. 643, 45 Stat. and President are requested to invite the medi- 617; Sept. 22, 1959, Pub. L. 86–352, 73 Stat. 627. cal profession, the press, and all agencies and individuals interested in a national program for the control of cancer by education and other co- § 106. Constitution Day and Citizenship Day operative means to unite during Cancer Control (a) DESIGNATION.—September 17 is designated Month in a public dedication to the program and as Constitution Day and Citizenship Day. in a concerted effort to make the people of the (b) PURPOSE.—Constitution Day and Citizen- United States aware of the need for the pro- ship Day commemorate the formation and sign- gram. ing on September 17, 1787, of the Constitution (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1255.) and recognize all who, by coming of age or by naturalization, have become citizens. HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES (c) PROCLAMATION.—The President may issue Revised each year a proclamation calling on United Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large) Section States Government officials to display the flag 103 ...... 36:150. Mar. 28, 1938, ch. 56, 52 Stat. of the United States on all Government build- 148. ings on Constitution Day and Citizenship Day and inviting the people of the United States to In subsection (a)(2), the words ‘‘chief executive offi- observe Constitution Day and Citizenship Day, cers’’ are substituted for ‘‘Governors’’ for clarity and consistency in the revised title and with other titles of in schools and churches, or other suitable the United States Code. places, with appropriate ceremonies. (d) STATE AND LOCAL OBSERVANCES.—The civil § 104. Carl Garner Federal Lands Cleanup Day and educational authorities of States, counties, cities, and towns are urged to make plans for (a) DESIGNATION.—The first Saturday after the proper observance of Constitution Day and Labor Day is Carl Garner Federal Lands Cleanup Citizenship Day and for the complete instruc- Day. tion of citizens in their responsibilities and op- (b) PROCLAMATION.—The President shall issue portunities as citizens of the United States and a proclamation calling on the people of the of the State and locality in which they reside. United States to observe Carl Garner Federal Lands Cleanup Day with appropriate programs, (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1255; Pub. ceremonies, and activities. However, activities L. 108–447, div. J, title I, § 111(c)(1), Dec. 8, 2004, may be undertaken in individual States on a day 118 Stat. 3344.) Page 17 TITLE 36—PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, § 110 AND ORGANIZATIONS

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Revised Revised Section Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large) Section Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large)

106(a) ...... 36:153 (1st par. Feb. 29, 1952, ch. 49, § 1, 66 107 ...... 36:146. Apr. 30, 1934, ch. 184, 48 Stat. 1st–13th words). Stat. 9. 657. 106(b) ...... 36:153 (1st par. 14th word–words before ‘‘and the Presi- In clause (1), the words ‘‘the 2d Monday in October’’ dent’’). are substituted for ‘‘October 12’’ in the Act of April 30, 106(c) ...... 36:153 (1st par. 1934 (ch. 184, 48 Stat. 657), because of section 1(b) of the words after ‘‘of citizenship’’). Act of June 28, 1968 (Public Law 90–363, 82 Stat. 250). 106(d) ...... 36:153 (2d, last pars.). § 108. Constitution Week

In subsection (d), the text of 36:153 (last par.) is omit- The President is requested to issue each year ted as obsolete. a proclamation— (1) designating September 17 through Sep- AMENDMENTS tember 23 as Constitution Week; and 2004—Pub. L. 108–447, § 111(c)(1)(A), inserted ‘‘Con- (2) inviting the people of the United States stitution Day and’’ before ‘‘Citizenship Day’’ in section to observe Constitution Week, in schools, catchline. churches, and other suitable places, with ap- Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 108–447, § 111(c)(1)(B), substituted propriate ceremonies and activities. ‘‘is designated as Constitution Day and Citizenship Day’’ for ‘‘is Citizenship Day’’. (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1256.) Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 108–447, § 111(c)(1)(C), inserted ‘‘Constitution Day and’’ before ‘‘Citizenship Day’’ and HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES substituted ‘‘commemorate’’ for ‘‘commemorates’’ and Revised ‘‘recognize’’ for ‘‘recognizes’’. Section Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large) Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 108–447, § 111(c)(1)(D), inserted ‘‘Constitution Day and’’ before ‘‘Citizenship Day’’ in 108 ...... 36:159. Aug. 2, 1956, ch. 875, 70 Stat. 932. two places. Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 108–447, § 111(c)(1)(E), inserted ‘‘Constitution Day and’’ before ‘‘Citizenship Day’’. § 109. Father’s Day

EDUCATIONAL AND TRAINING MATERIALS FOR NEW FED- (a) DESIGNATION.—The third Sunday in June is ERAL EMPLOYEES CONCERNING THE U.S. CONSTITUTION Father’s Day. (b) PROCLAMATION.—The President is requested Pub. L. 108–447, div. J, title I, § 111, Dec. 8, 2004, 118 Stat. 3344, provided that: to issue a proclamation— ‘‘(a) The head of each Federal agency or department (1) calling on United States Government of- shall— ficials to display the flag of the United States ‘‘(1) provide each new employee of the agency or de- on all Government buildings on Father’s Day; partment with educational and training materials (2) inviting State and local governments and concerning the United States Constitution as part of the people of the United States to observe Fa- the orientation materials provided to the new em- ther’s Day with appropriate ceremonies; and ployee; and (3) urging the people of the United States to ‘‘(2) provide educational and training materials offer public and private expressions of Fa- concerning the United States Constitution to each employee of the agency or department on September ther’s Day to the abiding love and gratitude 17 of each year. they have for their fathers. ‘‘(b) Each educational institution that receives Fed- (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1256.) eral funds for a fiscal year shall hold an educational program on the United States Constitution on Septem- HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES ber 17 of such year for the students served by the educational institution. Revised Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large) ‘‘(c) [Amended section 106 of this title and table of Section contents of this chapter.] 109(a) ...... 36:142a (1st sen- Apr. 24, 1972, Pub. L. 92–278, ‘‘(d) This section shall be without fiscal year limita- tence). 86 Stat. 124. tion.’’ 109(b) ...... 36:142a (last sentence).

§ 107. Columbus Day In subsection (b)(1), the word ‘‘appropriate’’ is omit- The President is requested to issue each year ted as unnecessary. a proclamation— In subsection (b)(2), the words ‘‘State and local governments’’ are substituted for ‘‘the governments of the (1) designating the second Monday in Octo- States and communities’’ for consistency in the revised ber as Columbus Day; title and with other titles of the United States Code. (2) calling on United States Government officials to display the flag of the United States § 110. Flag Day on all Government buildings on Columbus (a) DESIGNATION.—June 14 is Flag Day. Day; and (b) PROCLAMATION.—The President is requested (3) inviting the people of the United States to issue each year a proclamation— to observe Columbus Day, in schools and (1) calling on United States Government of- churches, or other suitable places, with appro- ficials to display the flag of the United States priate ceremonies that express the public sen- on all Government buildings on Flag Day; and timent befitting the anniversary of the discov- (2) urging the people of the United States to ery of America. observe Flag Day as the anniversary of the (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1256.) adoption on June 14, 1777, by the Continental § 111 TITLE 36—PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, Page 18 AND ORGANIZATIONS

Congress of the Stars and Stripes as the offi- tions with each other and with other coun- cial flag of the United States. tries; and (2) for the cultivation of the respect for law (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1256.) that is so vital to the democratic way of life. HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES (c) PROCLAMATION.—The President is requested to issue a proclamation— Revised Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large) Section (1) calling on all public officials to display 110(a) ...... 36:157 (words before Aug. 3, 1949, ch. 385, 63 Stat. the flag of the United States on all Govern- 1st comma). 492. ment buildings on Law Day, U.S.A.; and 110(b) ...... 36:157 (words after 1st comma). (2) inviting the people of the United States to observe Law Day, U.S.A., with appropriate § 111. Gold Star Mother’s Day ceremonies and in other appropriate ways, through public entities and private organiza- (a) DESIGNATION.—The last Sunday in Septem- tions and in schools and other suitable places. ber is Gold Star Mother’s Day. (b) PROCLAMATION.—The President is requested (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1257.) to issue a proclamation calling on United States HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES Government officials to display the flag of the United States on all Government buildings, and Revised Section Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large) the people of the United States to display the flag and hold appropriate meetings at homes, 113(a) ...... 36:164 (1st par. 1st Apr. 7, 1961, Pub. L. 87–20, 75 sentence). Stat. 43. churches, or other suitable places, on Gold Star 113(b) ...... 36:164 (1st par. last Mother’s Day as a public expression of the love, sentence). 113(c) ...... 36:164 (last par.). sorrow, and reverence of the people for Gold Star Mothers. In subsection (b)(1), the word ‘‘countries’’ is sub- (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1256.) stituted for ‘‘nations’’ for consistency in the revised title and with other titles of the United States Code. HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES In subsection (c)(2), the word ‘‘entities’’ is substituted for ‘‘bodies’’ for consistency in the revised Revised title and with other titles of the Code. Section Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large)

111(a) ...... 36:148 (words before June 23, 1936, ch. 736, 49 § 114. Leif Erikson Day comma). Stat. 1895. 111(b) ...... 36:147. The President may issue each year a procla- 36:148 (words after mation designating October 9 as Leif Erikson comma). Day. In subsection (b), the text of 36:148 (words after (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1257.) comma) is omitted as unnecessary. The words ‘‘Gold Star Mother’s Day’’ are substituted for ‘‘the last Sun- HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES day in September’’ in 36:147 for clarity. The word ‘‘American’’ is omitted as unnecessary. Revised Section Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large)

§ 112. Honor America Days 114 ...... 36:169c. Sept. 2, 1964, Pub. L. 88–566, 78 Stat. 849. (a) DESIGNATION.—The 21 days from Flag Day through Independence Day is a period to honor § 115. Loyalty Day America. (b) CONGRESSIONAL DECLARATION.—Congress (a) DESIGNATION.—May 1 is Loyalty Day. declares that there be public gatherings and ac- (b) PURPOSE.—Loyalty Day is a special day for tivities during that period at which the people the reaffirmation of loyalty to the United of the United States can celebrate and honor States and for the recognition of the heritage of their country in an appropriate way. American freedom. (c) PROCLAMATION.—The President is requested (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1257.) to issue a proclamation— HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES (1) calling on United States Government officials to display the flag of the United States Revised Section Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large) on all Government buildings on Loyalty Day; and 112(a) ...... 36:157b (words be- June 13, 1975, Pub. L. 94–33, (2) inviting the people of the United States fore comma). 89 Stat. 211. 112(b) ...... 36:157b (words after to observe Loyalty Day with appropriate cere- comma). monies in schools and other suitable places.

§ 113. Law Day, U.S.A. (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1257.) HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES (a) DESIGNATION.—May 1 is Law Day, U.S.A. (b) PURPOSE.—Law Day, U.S.A., is a special Revised day of celebration by the people of the United Section Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large) States— 115(a) ...... 36:162 (1st–13th July 18, 1958, Pub. L. 85–529, (1) in appreciation of their liberties and the words). 72 Stat. 369. 115(b) ...... 36:162 (14th reaffirmation of their loyalty to the United word–semicolon). States and of their rededication to the ideals 115(c) ...... 36:162 (words after of equality and justice under law in their rela- semicolon). Page 19 TITLE 36—PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, § 116 AND ORGANIZATIONS

§ 116. Memorial Day rial Day as the sacred and noble event that that day is intended to be. (a) DESIGNATION.—The last Monday in May is ‘‘SEC. 3. DEFINITIONS. Memorial Day. ‘‘In this Act: (b) PROCLAMATION.—The President is requested ‘‘(1) ALLIANCE.—The term ‘Alliance’ means the Re- to issue each year a proclamation— membrance Alliance established by section 9(a). (1) calling on the people of the United States ‘‘(2) COMMISSION.—The term ‘Commission’ means to observe Memorial Day by praying, accord- the White House Commission on the National Mo- ing to their individual religious faith, for per- ment of Remembrance established by section 5(a). manent peace; ‘‘(3) EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND WHITE HOUSE LIAI- (2) designating a period of time on Memorial SON.—The term ‘Executive Director and White House Day during which the people may unite in Liaison’ means the Executive Director and White House Liaison appointed under section 10(a)(1). prayer for a permanent peace; ‘‘(4) MEMORIAL DAY.—The term ‘Memorial Day’ (3) calling on the people of the United States means the legal public holiday designated as Memo- to unite in prayer at that time; and rial Day by section 6103(a) of title 5, United States (4) calling on the media to join in observing Code. Memorial Day and the period of prayer. ‘‘(5) TRIBAL GOVERNMENT.—The term ‘tribal government’ means the governing body of an Indian tribe (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1257.) (as defined in section 4 of the Indian Self-Determina- tion and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. 450b). HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES ‘‘SEC. 4. NATIONAL MOMENT OF REMEMBRANCE. Revised ‘‘The minute beginning at 3:00 p.m. (local time) on Section Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large) Memorial Day each year is designated as the ‘National 116 ...... 36:169g. May 11, 1950, ch. 182, 64 Stat. Moment of Remembrance’. 158. ‘‘SEC. 5. ESTABLISHMENT OF WHITE HOUSE COM- In subsection (a), the designation is added, and the MISSION ON THE NATIONAL MOMENT OF RE- words ‘‘last Monday in May’’ are substituted for ‘‘May MEMBRANCE. 30’’ in the Act of May 11, 1950 (ch. 182, 64 Stat. 158), be- ‘‘(a) ESTABLISHMENT.—There is established a commis- cause of section 1(b) of the Act of June 28, 1968 (Public sion to be known as the ‘White House Commission on Law 90–363, 82 Stat. 250). the National Moment of Remembrance’. In subsection (b)(4), the word ‘‘media’’ is substituted ‘‘(b) MEMBERSHIP.— for ‘‘newspapers, radio stations, and all other mediums ‘‘(1) COMPOSITION.—The Commission shall be com- of information’’ to eliminate unnecessary words. posed of the following: ‘‘(A) 4 members appointed by the President, in- NATIONAL MOMENT OF REMEMBRANCE cluding at least 1 representative of tribal govern- Pub. L. 106–579, Dec. 28, 2000, 114 Stat. 3078, as amendments. ed by Pub. L. 110–161, div. H, title I, § 1502(e), Dec. 26, ‘‘(B) The Secretary of Defense (or a designee). 2007, 121 Stat. 2250, provided that: ‘‘(C) The Secretary of Veterans Affairs (or a designee). ‘‘SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. ‘‘(D) The Secretary of the Smithsonian Institu- ‘‘This Act may be cited as the ‘National Moment of tion (or a designee). Remembrance Act’. ‘‘(E) The Director of the Office of Personnel Man- ‘‘SEC. 2. FINDINGS. agement (or a designee). ‘‘Congress finds that— ‘‘(F) The Administrator of General Services (or a ‘‘(1) it is essential to remember and renew the leg- designee). acy of Memorial Day, which was established in 1868 to ‘‘(G) The Secretary of Transportation (or a des- pay tribute to individuals who have made the ulti- ignee). mate sacrifice in service to the United States and ‘‘(H) The Secretary of Education (or a designee). their families; ‘‘(I) The Secretary of the Interior (or a designee). ‘‘(2) greater strides must be made to demonstrate ‘‘(J) The Executive Director of the President’s appreciation for those loyal people of the United Commission on White House Fellows (or a des- States whose values, represented by their sacrifices, ignee). are critical to the future of the United States; ‘‘(K) The Secretary of the Army (or a designee). ‘‘(3) the Federal Government has a responsibility to ‘‘(L) The Secretary of the Navy (or a designee). raise awareness of and respect for the national herit- ‘‘(M) The Secretary of the Air Force (or a des- age, and to encourage citizens to dedicate themselves ignee). to the values and principles for which those heroes of ‘‘(N) The Commandant of the Marine Corps (or a the United States died; designee). ‘‘(4) the relevance of Memorial Day must be made ‘‘(O) The Commandant of the Coast Guard (or a more apparent to present and future generations of designee). people of the United States through local and na- ‘‘(P) The Executive Director and White House Li- tional observances and ongoing activities; aison (or a designee). ‘‘(5) in House Concurrent Resolution 302, agreed to ‘‘(Q) The Chief of Staff of the Army. May 25, 2000, Congress called on the people of the ‘‘(R) The Chief of Naval Operations. United States, in a symbolic act of unity, to observe ‘‘(S) The Chief of Staff of the Air Force. a National Moment of Remembrance to honor the ‘‘(T) Any other member, the appointment of men and women of the United States who died in the whom the Commission determines is necessary to pursuit of freedom and peace; carry out this Act. ‘‘(6) in Presidential Proclamation No. 7315 of May ‘‘(2) NONVOTING MEMBERS.—The members appointed 26, 2000 (65 Fed. Reg. 34907), the President proclaimed to the Commission under subparagraphs (K) through Memorial Day, May 29, 2000, as a day of prayer for (T) of paragraph (1) shall be nonvoting members. permanent peace, and designated 3:00 p.m. local time ‘‘(3) DATE OF APPOINTMENTS.—All appointments on that day as the time to join in prayer and to ob- under paragraph (1) shall be made not later than 90 serve the National Moment of Remembrance; and days after the date of enactment of this Act [Dec. 28, ‘‘(7) a National Moment of Remembrance and other 2000]. commemorative events are needed to reclaim Memo- ‘‘(c) TERM; VACANCIES.— § 116 TITLE 36—PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, Page 20 AND ORGANIZATIONS

‘‘(1) TERM.—A member shall be appointed to the tion of Memorial Day and the National Moment of Commission for the life of the Commission. Remembrance; ‘‘(2) VACANCIES.—A vacancy on the Commission— ‘‘(D) an accounting of funds received and ex- ‘‘(A) shall not affect the powers of the Commis- pended by the Commission in the fiscal year cov- sion; and ered by the report, including a detailed description ‘‘(B) shall be filled in the same manner as the of the source and amount of any funds donated to original appointment was made. the Commission in that fiscal year; and ‘‘(d) INITIAL MEETING.—Not later than 30 days after ‘‘(E) a description of cooperative agreements and the date specified in subsection (b)(3) for completion of contracts entered into by the Commission. appointments, the Commission shall hold the initial ‘‘SEC. 7. POWERS. meeting of the Commission. ‘‘(a) HEARINGS.— ‘‘(e) MEETINGS.—The Commission shall meet at the ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The Commission may hold such call of the Chairperson. hearings, sit and act at such times and places, take ‘‘(f) QUORUM.—A majority of the voting members of such testimony, and receive such evidence as the the Commission shall constitute a quorum, but a lesser Commission considers advisable to carry out this number of members may hold hearings. Act. ‘‘(g) CHAIRPERSON AND VICE CHAIRPERSON.—The Com- ‘‘(2) PUBLIC PARTICIPATION.—The Commission shall mission shall select a Chairperson and a Vice Chair- provide for reasonable public participation in matters person from among the members of the Commission at before the Commission. the initial meeting of the Commission. ‘‘(b) INFORMATION FROM FEDERAL AGENCIES.— ‘‘SEC. 6. DUTIES. ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The Commission may secure di- ‘‘(a) IN GENERAL.—The Commission shall— rectly from a Federal agency such information as the ‘‘(1) encourage the people of the United States to Commission considers necessary to carry out this give something back to their country, which provides Act. them so much freedom and opportunity; ‘‘(2) PROVISION OF INFORMATION.—On request of the ‘‘(2) encourage national, State, local, and tribal Chairperson of the Commission, the head of the agen- participation by individuals and entities in com- cy shall provide the information to the Commission. memoration of Memorial Day and the National Mo- ‘‘(c) POSTAL SERVICES.—The Commission may use the ment of Remembrance, including participation by— United States mails in the same manner and under the ‘‘(A) national humanitarian and patriotic organi- same conditions as other agencies of the Federal Gov- zations; ernment. ‘‘(B) elementary, secondary, and higher education ‘‘(d) GIFTS.—The Commission may solicit, accept, institutions; use, and dispose of, without further Act of appropria- ‘‘(C) veterans’ societies and civic, patriotic, edu- tion, gifts, bequests, devises, and donations of services cational, sporting, artistic, cultural, and historical or property. organizations; ‘‘(e) POWERS OF MEMBERS AND AGENTS.—Any member ‘‘(D) Federal departments and agencies; and or agent of the Commission may, if authorized by the ‘‘(E) museums, including cultural and historical Commission, take any action that the Commission is museums; and authorized to take under this Act. ‘‘(3) provide national coordination for commemora- ‘‘(f) AUTHORITY TO PROCURE AND TO MAKE LEGAL tions in the United States of Memorial Day and the AGREEMENTS.— ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—Subject to the availability of ap- National Moment of Remembrance. propriations, to carry out this Act, the Chairperson ‘‘(b) REPORTS.— or Vice Chairperson of the Commission or the Execu- ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—For each fiscal year in which the Commission is in existence, the Commission shall tive Director and White House Liaison may, on behalf submit to the President and Congress a report de- of the Commission— ‘‘(A) procure supplies, services, and property; and scribing the activities of the Commission during the ‘‘(B) enter into contracts, leases, and other legal fiscal year. agreements. ‘‘(2) CONTENTS.—A report under paragraph (1) may ‘‘(2) RESTRICTIONS.— include— ‘‘(A) WHO MAY ACT ON BEHALF OF COMMISSION.—Ex- ‘‘(A) recommendations regarding appropriate accept as provided in paragraph (1), nothing in this tivities to commemorate Memorial Day and the Na- Act authorizes a member of the Commission to pro- tional Moment of Remembrance, including— cure any item or enter into any agreement de- ‘‘(i) the production, publication, and distribu- scribed in that paragraph. tion of books, pamphlets, films, and other edu- ‘‘(B) DURATION OF LEGAL AGREEMENTS.—A con- cational materials; tract, lease, or other legal agreement entered into ‘‘(ii) bibliographical and documentary projects by the Commission may not extend beyond the date and publications; of termination of the Commission. ‘‘(iii) conferences, convocations, lectures, semi- ‘‘(3) SUPPLIES AND PROPERTY POSSESSED BY COMMIS- nars, and other similar programs; SION AT TERMINATION.—Any supply, property, or other ‘‘(iv) the development of exhibits for libraries, asset that is acquired by, and, on the date of termi- museums, and other appropriate institutions; nation of the Commission, remains in the possession ‘‘(v) ceremonies and celebrations commemorat- of, the Commission shall be considered property of ing specific events that relate to the history of the General Services Administration. wars of the United States; and ‘‘(g) EXCLUSIVE RIGHT TO NAME, LOGOS, EMBLEMS, ‘‘(vi) competitions, commissions, and awards re- SEALS, AND MARKS.— garding historical, scholarly, artistic, literary, ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The Commission may devise any musical, and other works, programs, and projects logo, emblem, seal, or other designating mark that related to commemoration of Memorial Day and the Commission determines— the National Moment of Remembrance; ‘‘(A) to be required to carry out the duties of the ‘‘(B) recommendations to appropriate agencies or Commission; or advisory bodies regarding the issuance by the ‘‘(B) to be appropriate for use in connection with United States of commemorative coins, medals, and the commemoration of Memorial Day or the Na- stamps relating to Memorial Day and the National tional Moment of Remembrance. Moment of Remembrance; ‘‘(2) LICENSING.— ‘‘(C) recommendations for any legislation or ad- ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—The Commission— ministrative action that the Commission deter- ‘‘(i) shall have the sole and exclusive right to mines to be appropriate regarding the commemora- use the name ‘White House Commission on the Page 21 TITLE 36—PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, § 116 AND ORGANIZATIONS

National Moment of Remembrance’ on any logo, ‘‘(i) ARMY; AIR FORCE.—The Secretary of the emblem, seal, or descriptive or designating mark Army and the Secretary of the Air Force shall that the Commission lawfully adopts; and each detail a commissioned officer above the ‘‘(ii) shall have the sole and exclusive right to grade of captain to assist the Commission in car- allow or refuse the use by any other entity of the rying out this Act. name ‘White House Commission on the National ‘‘(ii) NAVY.—The Secretary of the Navy shall de- Moment of Remembrance’ on any logo, emblem, tail a commissioned officer of the Navy above the seal, or descriptive or designating mark. grade of lieutenant and a commissioned officer of ‘‘(B) TRANSFER ON TERMINATION.—Unless other- the Marine Corps above the grade of captain to wise provided by law, all rights of the Commission assist the Commission in carrying out this Act. under subparagraph (A) shall be transferred to the ‘‘(B) VETERANS AFFAIRS; EDUCATION.—The Sec- Administrator of General Services on the date of retary of Veterans Affairs and the Secretary of termination of the Commission. Education shall each detail an officer or employee ‘‘(3) EFFECT ON OTHER RIGHTS.—Nothing in this sub- compensated above the level of GS–12 in accordance section affects any right established or vested before with subchapter III of chapter 53 of title 5, United the date of enactment of this Act [Dec. 28, 2000]. States Code to assist the Commission in carrying ‘‘(4) USE OF FUNDS.—The Commission may, without out this Act. further Act of appropriation, use funds received from ‘‘(3) CIVIL SERVICE STATUS.—The detail of any offi- licensing royalties under this section to carry out cer or employee under this subsection shall be with- this Act. out interruption or loss of civil service status or ‘‘SEC. 8. COMMISSION PERSONNEL MATTERS. privilege. ‘‘(a) COMPENSATION OF MEMBERS.— ‘‘(e) PROCUREMENT OF TEMPORARY AND INTERMITTENT ‘‘(1) NON-FEDERAL EMPLOYEES.—A member of the SERVICES.—The Chairperson of the Commission may Commission who is not an officer or employee of the procure temporary and intermittent services in accord- Federal Government may be compensated at a rate ance with section 3109(b) of title 5, United States Code, equal to the daily equivalent of the annual rate of at rates for individuals that do not exceed the daily basic pay prescribed for level IV of the Executive equivalent of the annual rate of basic pay prescribed Schedule under section 5315 of title 5, United States for level V of the Executive Schedule under section 5316 Code, for each day (including travel time) during of that title. which the member is engaged in the performance of ‘‘(f) COOPERATIVE AGREEMENTS.— the duties of the Commission. ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The Commission may enter into ‘‘(2) FEDERAL EMPLOYEES.—A member of the Com- a cooperative agreement with another entity, includ- mission who is an officer or employee of the Federal ing any Federal agency, State or local government, Government shall serve without compensation in ad- or private entity, under which the entity may assist dition to the compensation received for the services the Commission in— of the member as an officer or employee of the Fed- ‘‘(A) carrying out the duties of the Commission eral Government. under this Act; and ‘‘(b) TRAVEL EXPENSES.—A member of the Commis- ‘‘(B) contributing to public awareness of and in- sion may be allowed travel expenses, including per terest in Memorial Day and the National Moment diem in lieu of subsistence, at rates authorized for an of Remembrance. employee of an agency under subchapter I of chapter 57 ‘‘(2) ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT SERVICES.—On the re- of title 5, United States Code, while away from the quest of the Commission, the Administrator of Gen- home or regular place of business of the member in the eral Services shall provide to the Commission, on a performance of the duties of the Commission. reimbursable basis, any administrative support serv- ‘‘(c) STAFF.— ices and any property, equipment, or office space that ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The Chairperson of the Commis- the Commission determines to be necessary to carry sion or the Executive Director and White House Liai- out this Act. son may, without regard to the civil service laws (in- ‘‘(g) SUPPORT FROM NONPROFIT SECTOR.—The Com- cluding regulations), appoint and terminate such ad- mission may accept program support from nonprofit or- ditional personnel as are necessary to enable the ganizations. Commission to perform the duties of the Commission. ‘‘SEC. 9. REMEMBRANCE ALLIANCE. ‘‘(2) COMPENSATION.— ‘‘(a) ESTABLISHMENT.—There is established the Re- ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—Except as provided in subpara- membrance Alliance. graph (B), the Chairperson of the Commission may ‘‘(b) COMPOSITION.— fix the compensation of the Executive Director and ‘‘(1) MEMBERS.—The Alliance shall be composed of White House Liaison and other personnel without individuals, appointed by the Commission, that are regard to the provisions of chapter 51 and sub- representatives or members of— chapter III of chapter 53 of title 5, United States ‘‘(A) the print, broadcast, or other media indus- Code, relating to classification of positions and try; General Schedule pay rates. ‘‘(B) the national sports community; ‘‘(B) MAXIMUM RATE OF PAY.—The rate of pay for ‘‘(C) the recreation industry; the Executive Director and White House Liaison ‘‘(D) the entertainment industry; and other personnel shall not exceed the rate equal ‘‘(E) the retail industry; to the daily equivalent of the annual rate of basic ‘‘(F) the food industry; pay prescribed for level IV of the Executive Sched- ‘‘(G) the health care industry; ule under section 5315 of title 5, United States Code, ‘‘(H) the transportation industry; for each day (including travel time) during which ‘‘(I) the education community; the member is engaged in the performance of the ‘‘(J) national veterans organizations; and duties of the Commission. ‘‘(K) families that have lost loved ones in combat. ‘‘(d) DETAIL OF FEDERAL GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES.— ‘‘(2) HONORARY MEMBERS.—On recommendation of ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—In addition to the details under the Alliance, the Commission may appoint honorary, paragraph (2), on request of the Chairperson, the Vice nonvoting members to the Alliance. Chairperson, or the Executive Director and White ‘‘(3) VACANCIES.—Any vacancy in the membership of House Liaison, an employee of the Federal Govern- the Alliance shall be filled in the same manner in ment may be detailed to the Commission without re- which the original appointment was made. imbursement. ‘‘(4) MEETINGS.—The Alliance shall conduct meet- ‘‘(2) DETAIL OF SPECIFIC EMPLOYEES.— ings in accordance with procedures approved by the ‘‘(A) MILITARY DETAILS.— Commission. § 117 TITLE 36—PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, Page 22 AND ORGANIZATIONS

‘‘(c) TERM.—The Commission may fix the term of ap- ‘‘(2) the date that is 10 years after the date of enact- pointment for members of the Alliance. ment of this Act.’’ ‘‘(d) DUTIES.—The Alliance shall assist the Commis- [For transfer of authorities, functions, personnel, and sion in carrying out this Act by— assets of the Coast Guard, including the authorities ‘‘(1) planning, organizing, and implementing an an- and functions of the Secretary of Transportation relat- nual White House Conference on the National Mo- ing thereto, to the Department of Homeland Security, ment of Remembrance and other similar events; and for treatment of related references, see sections ‘‘(2) promoting the observance of Memorial Day and 468(b), 551(d), 552(d), and 557 of Title 6, Domestic Secu- the National Moment of Remembrance through ap- rity, and the Department of Homeland Security Reor- propriate means, subject to any guidelines developed ganization Plan of November 25, 2002, as modified, set by the Commission; out as a note under section 542 of Title 6.] ‘‘(3) establishing necessary incentives for Federal, State, and local governments and private sector entities to sponsor and participate in programs initiated § 117. Mother’s Day by the Commission or the Alliance; ‘‘(4) evaluating the effectiveness of efforts by the (a) DESIGNATION.—The second Sunday in May Commission and the Alliance in carrying out this is Mother’s Day. Act; and (b) PROCLAMATION.—The President is requested ‘‘(5) carrying out such other duties as are assigned to issue a proclamation calling on United States by the Commission. Government officials to display the flag of the ‘‘(e) ALLIANCE PERSONNEL MATTERS.— United States on all Government buildings, and ‘‘(1) COMPENSATION OF MEMBERS.—A member of the Alliance shall serve without compensation for the on the people of the United States to display the services of the member to the Alliance. flag at their homes or other suitable places, on ‘‘(2) TRAVEL EXPENSES.—A member of the Alliance Mother’s Day as a public expression of love and may be allowed reimbursement for travel expenses, reverence for the mothers of the United States. including per diem in lieu of subsistence, at rates authorized for an employee of an agency under sub- (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1258.) chapter I of chapter 57 of title 5, United States Code, while away from the home or regular place of busi- HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES ness of the member in the performance of the duties Revised of the Commission. Section Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large) ‘‘(f) TERMINATION.—The Alliance shall terminate on the date of termination of the Commission. 117(a) ...... 36:142 (words before May 8, 1914, Pub. R. 25, 38 comma). Stat. 770. ‘‘SEC. 10. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND WHITE 117(b) ...... 36:141. 36:142 (words after HOUSE LIAISON. comma). ‘‘(a) APPOINTMENT.— ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The Director of the Committee In subsection (b), the text of 36:142 (words after Management Secretariat Staff of the General Serv- comma) is omitted as unnecessary. ices Administration shall appoint an individual as Executive Director and White House Liaison. ‘‘(2) INAPPLICABILITY OF CERTAIN CIVIL SERVICE § 118. National Aviation Day LAWS.—The Executive Director and White House Liai- son may be appointed without regard to the provi- The President may issue each year a procla- sions of title 5, United States Code, governing ap- mation— pointments in the competitive service. (1) designating August 19 as National Avia- ‘‘(b) DUTIES.—The Executive Director and White tion Day; House Liaison shall— ‘‘(1) serve as a liaison between the Commission and (2) calling on United States Government of- the President; ficials to display the flag of the United States ‘‘(2) serve as chief of staff of the Commission; and on all Government buildings on National Avia- ‘‘(3) coordinate the efforts of the Commission and tion Day; and the President on all matters relating to this Act, in- (3) inviting the people of the United States cluding matters relating to the National Moment of to observe National Aviation Day with appro- Remembrance. priate exercises to further stimulate interest ‘‘(c) COMPENSATION.—The Executive Director and White House Liaison may be compensated at a rate in aviation in the United States. equal to the daily equivalent of the annual rate of basic (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1258.) pay prescribed for level IV of the Executive Schedule under section 5315 of title 5, United States Code, for HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES each day (including travel time) during which the Ex- ecutive Director and White House Liaison is engaged in Revised Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large) the performance of the duties of the Commission. Section ‘‘[SEC. 11. Repealed. Pub. L. 110–161, div. H, title I, 118 ...... 36:151. May 11, 1939, ch. 123, 53 Stat. 739. § 1502(e), Dec. 26, 2007, 121 Stat. 2250.] ‘‘SEC. 12. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. ‘‘There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out § 119. National Day of Prayer this Act, to remain available until expended— ‘‘(1) $500,000 for fiscal year 2001; and The President shall issue each year a procla- ‘‘(2) $250,000 for each of fiscal years 2002 through mation designating the first Thursday in May as 2009. a National Day of Prayer on which the people of ‘‘SEC. 13. TERMINATION. the United States may turn to God in prayer ‘‘The Commission shall terminate on the earlier of— and meditation at churches, in groups, and as ‘‘(1) a date specified by the President that is at individuals. least 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act [Dec. 28, 2000]; or (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1258.) Page 23 TITLE 36—PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, § 123 AND ORGANIZATIONS

HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES mental entities’’ are substituted for ‘‘instrumentalities of government’’ for consistency in the revised title and Revised with other titles of the United States Code. The words Section Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large) ‘‘as well as leaders of industry, educational and reli- 119 ...... 36:169h. Apr. 17, 1952, ch. 216, 66 Stat. gious groups, labor, veterans, women, farm, scientific 64; May 5, 1988, Pub. L. and professional, and all other’’ are omitted as unnec- 100–307, 102 Stat. 456. essary. § 120. National Defense Transportation Day § 122. National Flag Week The President is requested to issue each year The President is requested to issue each year a proclamation— a proclamation— (1) designating the third Friday in May as (1) designating the week in which June 14 National Defense Transportation Day; and falls as National Flag Week; and (2) urging the people of the United States, (2) calling on citizens to display the flag of including labor, management, users, and in- the United States during National Flag Week. vestors, in all communities served by the various forms of transportation to observe Na- (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1259.) tional Defense Transportation Day by appro- HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES priate ceremonies that will give complete recognition to the importance to each commu- Revised Section Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large) nity and its people of the transportation system of the United States and the maintenance 122 ...... 36:157a. June 9, 1966, Pub. L. 89–443, of the facilities of the system in the most 80 Stat. 194. modern state of adequacy to serve the needs of § 123. National Forest Products Week the United States in times of peace and in national defense. (a) DESIGNATION.—The week beginning on the (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1258.) third Sunday in October is National Forest Products Week. HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES (b) PROCLAMATION.—The President is requested to issue each year a proclamation calling on the Revised Section Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large) people of the United States to observe National Forest Products Week with appropriate cere- 120 ...... 36:160. May 16, 1957, Pub. L. 85–32, 71 Stat. 30. monies and activities. (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1259.) In clause (2), the words ‘‘any of’’, ‘‘by land, by sea, and by air’’, and ‘‘and every’’ are omitted as unneces- HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES sary. Revised § 121. National Disability Employment Awareness Section Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large) Month 123(a) ...... 36:163 (words before Sept. 13, 1960, Pub. L. 86–753, comma). 74 Stat. 898. (a) DESIGNATION.—October is National Disabil- 123(b) ...... 36:163 (words after ity Employment Awareness Month. comma). (b) CEREMONIES.—Appropriate ceremonies shall be held throughout the United States dur- PROC. NO. 8442. NATIONAL FOREST PRODUCTS WEEK ing National Disability Employment Awareness Proc. No. 8442, Oct. 23, 2009, 74 F.R. 55437, provided: Month to enlist public support for, and interest America’s forests have helped spur the growth and in, the employment of workers with disabilities development that has been indispensable to our Na- who are otherwise qualified. Governors, mayors, tion’s success. They have provided timber and water, as heads of other governmental entities, and inter- well as habitat for wildlife and opportunities for rec- reational activities. As a repository for renewable nat- ested organizations and individuals are invited ural resources, forests have supplied the raw materials to participate in the ceremonies. that have sustained us throughout our history. During (c) PROCLAMATION.—The President is requested National Forest Products Week, we recognize the value to issue each year a suitable proclamation. of our woodlands and commit ourselves to good stew- (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1258.) ardship and conservation practices that help us to re- sponsibly manage our Nation’s forests. HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES As a renewable and recyclable resource, wood is one of our Nation’s most environmentally friendly building Revised Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large) materials. Wood fiber is used throughout our daily Section lives, from the paper we write on to the offices where 121(a) ...... 36:155 (1st par. 1st Aug. 11, 1945, ch. 363, 59 we work. We value the beauty of wood in our furniture, sentence). Stat. 530; Oct. 8, 1970, Pub. in our homes, and in artwork that surrounds us. Today, L. 91–442, 84 Stat. 914; Nov. modern technology and stewardship practices by Fed- 7, 1988, Pub. L. 100–630, title III, § 301(a), 102 Stat. eral, State, tribal, and private landowners have im- 3315. proved the way we manage our natural resources so 121(b) ...... 36:155 (1st par. last that forests can meet the needs of current and future sentence). 36:155 (last par. generations. words after 1st Forests are one of the foundations on which our Na- comma). tion was formed; they are the backbone of our environ- 121(c) ...... 36:155 (last par. words before 1st ment. This week, we recognize the value of forest prod- comma). ucts and the importance of their sustainable use to our lives. In subsection (b), the words ‘‘of States’’ and ‘‘of cit- To recognize the importance of products from our for- ies’’ are omitted as unnecessary. The words ‘‘govern- ests, the Congress, by Public Law 86–753 (36 U.S.C. 123), § 124 TITLE 36—PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, Page 24 AND ORGANIZATIONS as amended, has designated the week beginning on the HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES third Sunday in October of each year as National For- est Products Week and has authorized and requested Revised Section Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large) the President to issue a proclamation in observance of this week. 126 ...... 36:169f. Sept. 17, 1968, Pub. L. 90–498, NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President 82 Stat. 848; Aug. 17, 1988, Pub. L. 100–402, § 1, 102 of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim Stat. 1012. the week beginning on the third Sunday in October of each year as National Forest Products Week. I call on § 127. National Korean War Veterans Armistice all Americans to celebrate the varied uses and products of our forested lands, as well as the people who carry Day on the tradition of careful stewardship of these pre- (a) DESIGNATION.—July 27 of each year until cious natural resources for generations to come. 2003 is National Korean War Veterans Armistice IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my Day. hand this twenty-third day of October, in the year of our Lord two thousand nine, and of the Independence of (b) PROCLAMATION.—The President is requested the United States of America the two hundred and thir- to issue each year a proclamation calling on— ty-fourth. (1) the people of the United States to observe National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day BARACK OBAMA. with appropriate ceremonies and activities; and § 124. National Freedom Day (2) all departments, agencies, and instrumentalities of the United States Government, The President may issue each year a procla- and interested organizations, groups, and indi- mation designating February 1 as National viduals, to fly the flag of the United States at Freedom Day to commemorate the signing by halfstaff on July 27 of each year until 2003 in Abraham Lincoln on February 1, 1865, of the honor of the individuals who died as a result of joint resolution adopted by the Senate and the their service in Korea. House of Representatives that proposed the 13th amendment to the Constitution. (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1259.) (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1259.) HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES

HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES Revised Section Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large) Revised Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large) 127(a) ...... 36:169m (words be- July 27, 1995, Pub. L. 104–19, Section fore ‘‘and the title II, § 2005, 109 Stat. President’’). 247. 124 ...... 36:156. June 30, 1948, ch. 755, 62 127(b) ...... 36:169m (words after Stat. 1150. ‘‘Armistice Day’ ’’).

§ 125. National Grandparents Day In subsection (b)(2), the words ‘‘departments, agencies, and instrumentalities’’ are substituted for ‘‘de- The President is requested to issue each year partments and agencies of the United States’’ for con- a proclamation— sistency in the revised title and with other titles of the (1) designating the first Sunday in Septem- United States Code. ber after Labor Day as National Grandparents § 128. National Maritime Day Day; and (2) calling on the people of the United States (a) DESIGNATION.—May 22 is National Maritime and interested groups and organizations to ob- Day. (b) PROCLAMATION.—The President is requested serve National Grandparents Day with appro- to issue each year a proclamation calling on— priate ceremonies and activities. (1) the people of the United States to observe (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1259.) National Maritime Day by displaying the flag of the United States at their homes or other HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES suitable places; and Revised (2) United States Government officials to Section Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large) display the flag on all Government buildings 125 ...... 36:142b. Sept. 6, 1979, Pub. L. 96–62, on National Maritime Day. 93 Stat. 410. (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1260.)

HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES § 126. National Hispanic Heritage Month Revised Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large) The President is requested to issue each year Section a proclamation— 128(a) ...... 36:145 (words before May 20, 1933, ch. 36, 48 Stat. (1) designating September 15 through Octo- comma). 73. 128(b) ...... 36:145 (words after ber 15 as National Hispanic Heritage Month; comma). and (2) calling on the people of the United § 129. National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day States, especially the educational community, (a) DESIGNATION.—December 7 is National to observe National Hispanic Heritage Month Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. with appropriate ceremonies and activities. (b) PROCLAMATION.—The President is requested (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1259.) to issue each year a proclamation calling on— Page 25 TITLE 36—PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, § 133 AND ORGANIZATIONS

(1) the people of the United States to observe every day. These centers provide emergency assistance, National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day with offer guidance on poison prevention, and answer ques- appropriate ceremonies and activities; and tions concerning potential exposure. To encourage Americans to learn more about the (2) all departments, agencies, and instru- dangers of accidental poisonings and to take appro- mentalities of the United States Government, priate preventive measures, the Congress, by joint reso- and interested organizations, groups, and indi- lution approved September 26, 1961, as amended (75 viduals, to fly the flag of the United States at Stat. 681), has authorized and requested the President halfstaff each December 7 in honor of the indi- to issue a proclamation designating the third week of viduals who died as a result of their service at March each year as ‘‘National Poison Prevention Pearl Harbor. Week.’’ NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1260.) of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim the third week of March of each year as National Poi- HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES son Prevention Week. I call upon all Americans to observe this week by taking actions to protect their fami- Revised Section Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large) lies from hazardous household materials and from the misuse of prescription medications. 129(a) ...... 36:169l (words before Aug. 23, 1994, Pub. L. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my ‘‘and the Presi- 103–308, 108 Stat. 1669. hand this fifteenth day of March, in the year of our dent’’). 129(b) ...... 36:169l (words after Lord two thousand ten, and of the Independence of the ‘‘Remembrance United States of America the two hundred and thirty- Day’ ’’). fourth. BARACK OBAMA. In subsection (b)(2), the words ‘‘departments, agencies, and instrumentalities of the United States Gov- § 131. National Safe Boating Week ernment’’ are substituted for ‘‘Federal agencies’’ for consistency in the revised title and with other titles of The President is requested to issue each year the United States Code. a proclamation designating the 7-day period ending on the last Friday before Memorial Day § 130. National Poison Prevention Week as National Safe Boating Week. The President is requested to issue each year (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1260.) a proclamation designating the third week in March as National Poison Prevention Week to HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES aid in encouraging the people of the United Revised States to learn of the dangers of accidental poi- Section Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large) soning and to take preventive measures that are 131 ...... 36:161. June 4, 1958, Pub. L. 85–445, warranted by the seriousness of the danger. 72 Stat. 179; Oct. 3, 1980, Pub. L. 96–376, § 9, 94 Stat. (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1260.) 1510; Dec. 20, 1993, Pub. L. 103–236, title III, § 318(a), HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES 107 Stat. 2427.

Revised Section Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large) § 132. National School Lunch Week

130 ...... 36:165. Sept. 26, 1961, Pub. L. 87–319, (a) DESIGNATION.—The week beginning on the 75 Stat. 681. second Sunday in October is National School Lunch Week. PROC. NO. 8484. NATIONAL POISON PREVENTION WEEK (b) PROCLAMATION.—The President is requested Proc. No. 8484, Mar. 15, 2010, 75 F.R. 13215, provided: to issue each year a proclamation calling on the Since 1962, during National Poison Prevention Week people of the United States to observe National we alert American families about the dangers of acci- School Lunch Week with appropriate cere- dental poisonings and provide information on safety monies and activities. measures that can prevent senseless injuries and deaths. With nearly two million poison exposures re- (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1260.) ported each year, we must take every precaution to guard against these preventable tragedies. HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES Sadly, more than half of all reported poisonings in- Revised volve children under the age of six, and the vast major- Section Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large) ity take place in the home. Parents should keep household chemicals and medicines in child-proof containers, 132(a) ...... 36:168 (words before Oct. 9, 1962, Pub. L. 87–780, comma). 76 Stat. 779. beyond the reach of their children. Thanks to safety 132(b) ...... 36:168 (words after regulations and awareness campaigns like National comma). Poison Prevention Week, childhood death rates from unintentional poisonings have fallen considerably. § 133. National Transportation Week However, adult death rates have steadily risen in re- cent years. The President is requested to issue each year We must each remember to read labels thoroughly a proclamation— before taking medications, to keep medicines in their (1) designating the week that includes the original packaging, and to dispose of them properly. third Friday of May as National Transpor- Consulting a physician before combining prescription tation Week; and drugs or using them with alcohol also reduces our (2) inviting the people of the United States risks. to observe National Transportation Week with In the event of an accidental poisoning, crucial information and immediate action can save lives. Individ- appropriate ceremonies and activities as a uals can call the toll-free national poison control hot- tribute to the men and women who, night and line at 1–800–222–1222 to be connected to one of dozens day, move goods and individuals throughout of local poison control centers, which are open 24 hours the United States. § 134 TITLE 36—PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, Page 26 AND ORGANIZATIONS

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1260.) (2) directing United States Government officials to display the flag of the United States HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES at halfstaff on all Government buildings on Peace Officers Memorial Day, as provided by Revised Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large) Section section 7(m) of title 4, United States Code; and 133 ...... 36:166. May 14, 1962, Pub. L. 87–449, (3) inviting State and local governments and 76 Stat. 69. the people of the United States to observe Peace Officers Memorial Day with appropriate § 134. Pan American Aviation Day ceremonies and activities, including the display of the flag at halfstaff. The President may issue each year a proclamation— (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1261.) (1) designating December 17 as Pan Amer- ican Aviation Day; and HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES (2) calling on all officials of the United Revised States Government, the chief executive offices Section Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large) of the States, territories, and possessions of 136 ...... 36:167(1), (2), (4) (re- Oct. 1, 1962, Pub. L. 87–726, the United States, and all citizens to partici- lated to Peace Of- cls. (1), (2), (4) (related to ficers Memorial Peace Officers Memorial pate in the observance of Pan American Avia- Day). Day), 76 Stat. 676; Sept. 13, tion Day to further, and stimulate interest in, 1994, Pub. L. 103–322, title XXXII, § 320922(a)(2)–(4), aviation in the American countries as an im- 108 Stat. 2131. portant stimulus to the further development of more rapid communications and a cultural In clause (2), the reference to section 7(m) of title 4 development between the countries of the is substituted for the reference to section 175(m) of title Western Hemisphere. 36 because the latter provision is being restated in title 4. See section 2 of the bill. (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1261.) § 137. Police Week HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES The President is requested to issue each year Revised Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large) a proclamation— Section (1) designating the week in which May 15 oc- 134 ...... 36:151a. Oct. 10, 1940, ch. 840, 54 Stat. curs as Police Week in recognition of the serv- 1093. ice given by men and women who stand guard In clause (2), the words ‘‘chief executive officers of to protect the people of the United States the States, territories, and possessions of the United through law enforcement; and States’’ are substituted for ‘‘Governors of the fifty (2) inviting State and local governments and States, our possessions’’, and the word ‘‘countries’’ is the people of the United States to observe Po- substituted for ‘‘nations’’, for consistency in the re- lice Week with appropriate ceremonies and ac- vised title and with other titles of the United States tivities, including the display of the flag at Code. halfstaff. § 135. Parents’ Day (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1261.)

(a) DESIGNATION.—The fourth Sunday in July HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES is Parents’ Day. (b) RECOGNITION.—All private citizens, organi- Revised Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large) zations, and Federal, State, and local govern- Section mental and legislative entities are encouraged 137 ...... 36:167(3), (4) (related Oct. 1, 1962, Pub. L. 87–726, to Police Week). cls. (3), (4) (related to Po- to recognize Parents’ Day through proclama- lice Week), 76 Stat. 676; tions, activities, and educational efforts in fur- Sept. 13, 1994, Pub. L. 103–322, title XXXII, therance of recognizing, uplifting, and support- § 320922(a)(1), (3), (4), 108 ing the role of parents in bringing up their chil- Stat. 2131. dren. In clause (1), the words ‘‘night and day’’ and ‘‘in our (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1261.) midst’’ are omitted as unnecessary. HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES § 138. Save Your Vision Week

Revised Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large) The President is requested to issue each year Section a proclamation— 135(a) ...... 36:142c. Oct. 14, 1994, Pub. L. 103–362, (1) designating the first week in March as 108 Stat. 3465. 135(b) ...... 36:142c–1. Save Your Vision Week; (2) inviting the governors and mayors of In subsection (b), the word ‘‘entities’’ is substituted State and local governments to issue procla- for ‘‘bodies’’ for consistency in the revised title and mations designating the first week in March with other titles of the United States Code. as Save Your Vision Week; (3) inviting the communications media, § 136. Peace Officers Memorial Day health care professions, and other agencies The President is requested to issue each year and individuals concerned with programs for a proclamation— the improvement of vision to unite during (1) designating May 15 as Peace Officers Me- Save Your Vision Week in public activities to morial Day in honor of Federal, State, and convince the people of the United States of the local officers killed or disabled in the line of importance of vision to their welfare and the duty; welfare of the United States; and Page 27 TITLE 36—PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, § 144 AND ORGANIZATIONS

(4) urging the media, health care professions, (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1262.) and other agencies and individuals to support programs to improve and protect the vision of HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES the people of the United States. Revised Section Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large) (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1261.) 141 ...... 36:149. Aug. 16, 1937, ch. 666, 50 HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES Stat. 668.

Revised Section Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large) § 142. White Cane Safety Day

138 ...... 36:169a. Dec. 30, 1963, Pub. L. 88–242, The President may issue each year a procla- 77 Stat. 629. mation— (1) designating October 15 as White Cane In clause (3), the words ‘‘consider including in such Safety Day; and proclamation’’ and ‘‘press, radio, television, and other’’ (2) calling on the people of the United States are omitted as unnecessary. to observe White Cane Safety Day with appro- § 139. Steelmark Month priate ceremonies and activities. (a) DESIGNATION.—May is Steelmark Month. (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1262.) URPOSE (b) P .—Steelmark Month recognizes HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES the tremendous contribution made by the steel industry in the United States to national secu- Revised Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large) rity and defense. Section (c) PROCLAMATION.—The President is requested 142 ...... 36:169d. Oct. 6, 1964, Pub. L. 88–628, to issue a proclamation calling on the people of 78 Stat. 1003. the United States to observe Steelmark Month with appropriate ceremonies and activities. § 143. Wright Brothers Day (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1262.) (a) DESIGNATION.—December 17 is Wright Brothers Day. HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES (b) PURPOSE.—Wright Brothers Day commemorates the first successful flights in a heavier Revised Section Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large) than air, mechanically propelled airplane, that were made by Orville and Wilbur Wright on De- 139(a) ...... 36:169e (1st sentence Nov. 2, 1966, Pub. L. 89–703, 1st–13th words). 80 Stat. 1099. cember 17, 1903, near Kitty Hawk, North Caro- 139(b) ...... 36:169e (1st sentence lina. 14th–last words). 139(c) ...... 36:169e (last sen- (c) PROCLAMATION.—The President is requested tence). to issue each year a proclamation inviting the people of the United States to observe Wright In subsection (c), the word ‘‘activities’’ is substituted Brothers Day with appropriate ceremonies and for ‘‘proceedings’’ for consistency in this chapter. activities. § 140. Stephen Foster Memorial Day (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1262.)

The President may issue each year a procla- HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES mation— Revised (1) designating January 13 as Stephen Foster Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large) Memorial Day; and Section (2) calling on the people of the United States 143(a) ...... 36:169 (1st sentence Dec. 17, 1963, Pub. L. 88–209, to observe Stephen Foster Memorial Day with words before 1st 77 Stat. 402. comma). appropriate ceremonies, pilgrimages to his 143(b) ...... 36:169 (1st sentence shrines, and musical programs featuring his words after 1st comma). compositions. 143(c) ...... 36:169 (last sentence). (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1262.) CENTENNIAL OF FLIGHT COMMEMORATION ACT HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES Pub. L. 105–389, Nov. 13, 1998, 112 Stat. 3486, as amend- Revised Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large) ed by Pub. L. 106–68, § 1, Oct. 6, 1999, 113 Stat. 981, known Section as the Centennial of Flight Commemoration Act, estab- 140 ...... 36:158. Oct. 27, 1951, ch. 593, 65 Stat. lished the Centennial of Flight Commission to carry 659. out certain activities related to the history of aviation and the commemoration of the centennial of powered § 141. Thomas Jefferson’s birthday flight, required the Commission to make annual reports and a final report not later than June 30, 2004, and The President shall issue each year a procla- provided that the Commission terminate not later than mation— 60 days after submission of the final report. (1) calling on officials of the United States Government to display the flag of the United § 144. Patriot Day States on all Government buildings on April (a) DESIGNATION.—September 11 is Patriot 13; and Day. (2) inviting the people of the United States (b) PROCLAMATION.—The President is requested to observe April 13 in schools and churches, or to issue each year a proclamation calling on— other suitable places, with appropriate cere- (1) State and local governments and the peo- monies in commemoration of Thomas Jeffer- ple of the United States to observe Patriot son’s birthday. Day with appropriate programs and activities; § 301 TITLE 36—PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, Page 28 AND ORGANIZATIONS

(2) all departments, agencies, and instru- HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES—Continued mentalities of the United States and inter- Revised ested organizations and individuals to display Section Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large) the flag of the United States at halfstaff on 301(b) ...... 36:171. June 22, 1942, ch. 435, § 6, 56 Patriot Day in honor of the individuals who Stat. 380; Dec. 22, 1942, ch. lost their lives as a result of the terrorist at- 806, § 6, 56 Stat. 1077; July 7, 1976, Pub. L. 94–344, tacks against the United States that occurred § 1(18), 90 Stat. 812. on September 11, 2001; and (3) the people of the United States to observe AMENDMENTS a moment of silence on Patriot Day in honor 2008—Subsec. (b)(1)(A) to (C). Pub. L. 110–417 added of the individuals who lost their lives as a re- subpars. (A) to (C) and struck out former subpars. (A) sult of the terrorist attacks against the to (C) which read as follows: United States that occurred on September 11, ‘‘(A) all present except those in uniform should stand 2001. at attention facing the flag with the right hand over the heart; (Added Pub. L. 107–89, § 1, Dec. 18, 2001, 115 Stat. ‘‘(B) men not in uniform should remove their head- 876.) dress with their right hand and hold the headdress at the left shoulder, the hand being over the heart; and CHAPTER 3—NATIONAL ANTHEM, MOTTO, ‘‘(C) individuals in uniform should give the military 1 FLORAL EMBLEM MARCH, AND TREE salute at the first note of the anthem and maintain Sec. that position until the last note; and’’. 301. National anthem. 302. National motto. § 302. National motto 303. National floral emblem. ‘‘In God we trust’’ is the national motto. 304. National march. 305. National tree. (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1263; Pub. L. 107–293, § 3(a), Nov. 13, 2002, 116 Stat. 2060.) AMENDMENTS 2004—Pub. L. 108–447, div. J, title I, § 109(b)(2), (3), Dec. HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES 8, 2004, 118 Stat. 3344, substituted ‘‘MARCH, AND Revised TREE’’ for ‘‘, AND MARCH’’ in chapter heading and Section Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large) added item 305. 302 ...... 36:186. July 30, 1956, ch. 795, 70 § 301. National anthem Stat. 732.

(a) DESIGNATION.—The composition consisting AMENDMENTS of the words and music known as the Star-Span- gled Banner is the national anthem. 2002—Pub. L. 107–293 reenacted section catchline and text without change. (b) CONDUCT DURING PLAYING.—During a ren- dition of the national anthem— REAFFIRMATION OF LANGUAGE (1) when the flag is displayed— Pub. L. 107–293, § 3(b), Nov. 13, 2002, 116 Stat. 2061, pro- (A) individuals in uniform should give the vided that: ‘‘In codifying this subsection [probably military salute at the first note of the an- should be ‘‘section’’, meaning section 3 of Pub. L. them and maintain that position until the 107–293, which amended this section], the Office of the last note; Law Revision Counsel shall make no change in section (B) members of the Armed Forces and vet- 302, title 36, United States Code, but shall show in the erans who are present but not in uniform historical and statutory notes that the 107th Congress may render the military salute in the man- reaffirmed the exact language that has appeared in the Motto for decades.’’ ner provided for individuals in uniform; and (C) all other persons present should face § 303. National floral emblem the flag and stand at attention with their right hand over the heart, and men not in The flower commonly known as the rose is the uniform, if applicable, should remove their national floral emblem. headdress with their right hand and hold it (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1263.) at the left shoulder, the hand being over the heart; and HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES

(2) when the flag is not displayed, all present Revised Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large) should face toward the music and act in the Section same manner they would if the flag were dis- 303 ...... 36:187. Oct. 7, 1986, Pub. L. 99–449, played. 100 Stat. 1128. (Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1263; Pub. The text of 36:187 (words after comma) is omitted as L. 110–417, [div. A], title V, § 595, Oct. 14, 2008, 122 executed because the proclamation was made on No- Stat. 4475.) vember 20, 1986. See Proclamation No. 5574, 51 Fed. Reg. 42197. HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES PROC. NO. 5574. THE ROSE PROCLAIMED THE NATIONAL Revised FLORAL EMBLEM OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Section Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large) Proc. No. 5574, Nov. 20, 1986, 51 F.R. 42197, provided: 301(a) ...... 36:170. Mar. 3, 1931, ch. 436, 46 Stat. Americans have always loved the flowers with which 1508. God decorates our land. More often than any other flower, we hold the rose dear as the symbol of life and 1 So in original. A comma probably should follow ‘‘EMBLEM’’. love and devotion, of beauty and eternity. For the love