Proclamation 4917.
1,833 words·~8 min read·
/statutes-at-large/vol-96/proclamation-4917·A research copy — for the controlling text, always check the official state or federal source. Not legal advice.
96 STAT. 2718 Proclamation 4917 of April 1, 1982 National Safe Boating Week, 1982 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Americans have always enjoyed the outdoors and are fortunate to have a multitude of sports and recreational activities that serve to refresh the body and spirit. For many of our citizens, the most popular form of recreation is boating. It is essential for those involved in recreational boating to recognize the paramount importance of safety in the operation of small craft.
Boating offers a myriad of wonderful opportunities for the whole family, and these experiences can be enhanced by careful attention to rules of safety. In fact, it is the responsibility of boating participants to make sure they are fully conversant in all matters involving safety. All Americans who utilize our waterways for recreational purposes should be well versed in water safety rules and techniques for their own protection and that of their friends and loved ones. I urge those who engage in recreational boating to take advantage of the many safe boating courses which are sponsored by governmental and private organizations.
I particularly urge those who are inexperienced operators of small boats to enroll in these educational programs. Learning the fundamentals of safe boating will add to the potential pleasure and excitement of recreational boating. Aware of the need for boating safety, the Congress enacted the joint resolution of June 4, 1958 (36 U.S.C. 161) as amended, requesting that the President proclaim annually a National Safe Boating Week. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RONALD REAGAN, President of the United States of America, do hereby designate the week beginning June 6, 1982, as National Safe Boating Week.
I invite the Governors of the states, Puerto Rico, the Northern Mariana Islands, the Virgin Islands, Guam, and American Samoa, and the Mayor of the District of Columbia to provide for the observance of this week. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 1st day of April in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and eighty-two, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and sixth. RONALD REAGAN 4918 April 2, 1982 Older Americans Month, 1982 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 4918 of April 2, 1982 Older Americans Month, 1982 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation A nation derives its soul, strength, and character from the sum of the creative efforts of all its citizens.
While we are a nation of more than 230 million individuals, we are one people—interdependent on each other for our accomplishments and our future. 96 STAT. 2719 We owe a special debt of gratitude to our older citizens, who have enriched, and continue to enrich, our great nation. Older Americans from all walks of life have played a major role in creating the bounties of life that bless us all. As we have come to appreciate the reservoir of experience and depth of knowledge possessed by our older citizens, we must recognize the importance of continuing to draw on them.
Older Americans have much to give, both through employment and volunteer work. In paying homage to the contributions and continued potential of older Americans, we also recognize there are those among them who require assistance from others to enhance the quality of their golden years. As a nation, we are aging together. Opportunities and support we can provide to older Americans today will benefit all of us tomorrow, I urge all Americans to join in this call for intergenerational action that will make more meaningful the lives and potential of older Americans and our society as a whole.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, RONALD REAGAN, President of the United States of America, do hereby designate the month of May, 1982, as Older Americans Month. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this second day of April, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and eighty-two, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and sixth. RONALD REAGAN **Editorial note**: The President’s remarks of Apr. 2, 1982, on signing Proclamation 4918 are printed in the *Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents* (vol. 18. p. 420). 4919 April 2, 1982 Cancer Control Month, 1982 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 4919 of April 2, 1982 Cancer Control Month, 1982 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation This year marks the tenth anniversary of our country’s commitment of major resources to the control of cancer through the National Cancer Program.
While progress against this dread disease has been slow, each step forward can save thousands of lives since statistics show that one out of four Americans now living will become a victim of cancer. Research has demonstrated that lifestyle and environment play a crucial role in the development of cancer. Reports issued by the Surgeon General increasingly link cigarette smoking with cancer of the lung and other parts of the body. We have developed greater understanding of the effects of exposure to carcinogens and radiation in the workplace and have also learned the importance of diet and nutrition as factors in the development and prevention of cancer.
Advances in biochemistry, microbiology, and other basic research have improved our comprehension of the cellular events that lead to cancer formation, but researchers still seek a clearer understanding of the cause of cancer as they strive to halt the progress of this disease more effectively. 96 STAT. 2720 Improved surgical procedures, new discoveries in recombinant DNA and hybridoma technology, and developments on the frontiers of immunotherapy hold out the possibility not only of better treatment, but also of the significant breakthrough long prayed for.
With continued advances, this ancient scourge may yet pass from mankind. In 1938, the Congress of the United States passed a joint resolution requesting the President to issue an annual proclamation declaring April to be Cancer Control Month. NOW, THEREFORE, I, RONALD REAGAN, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim the month of April, 1982, as Cancer Control Month. I invite the Governors of the fifty states and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and the appropriate officials of all other areas under the United States flag, to issue similar proclamations.
I also ask the health care professions, the communications industry, and all other interested persons and groups to unite during this appointed time to reaffirm publicly our nation’s continuing commitment to control cancer. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 2nd day of April in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and eighty-two, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and sixth. RONALD REAGAN 4920 April 3, 1982 National Medic Alert Week Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 4920 of April 3, 1982 National Medic Alert Week By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Emergency medical care is as effective as the support it receives from our citizens.
When we contribute to the lifesaving capabilities of rescue workers and other health professionals, we help to assure our own prospects for continued good health. About forty million Americans are afflicted with medical problems which are difficult to identify in an emergency situation. One simple but important step that people with special medical problems can take to protect themselves and to enhance the effectiveness of emergency medical care is to register with a medic alert service.
For nearly 25 years, these special identification and information services have been helping health and rescue personnel meet the unique emergency needs of people with diabetes, heart conditions, epilepsy, allergies and other hidden medical problems. The medic alert tag that the victim of a medical emergency wears and the information service with which that person is registered can spell the difference between survival and death. Each year, medical alert identification and emergency information systems save the lives of more than two thousand people who have hidden medical conditions.
To increase awareness among Americans of the benefits of these *Ante*, p. 59.emergency services, the Congress, by House Joint Resolution 272, requested that the President issue a proclamation designating April 4 through April 10, 1982, as National Medic Alert Week. 96 STAT. 2721 NOW, THEREFORE, I, RONALD REAGAN, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim the week beginning April 4, 1982, as National Medic Alert Week. I urge all citizens, associations, and organizations to observe this week with activities that foster the use of emergency identification and information services.
I invite the Governors of the States and local government officials to give their support to these activities. Medic alert services save lives. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 3rd day of April, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and eighty-two, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and sixth. RONALD REAGAN 4921 April 3, 1982 National Day of Reflection Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Proclamation 4921 of April 3, 1982 National Day of Reflection By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Amid the distractions and concerns of our daily existence, it is appropriate that Americans pause to reflect upon the ancient ethical principles and moral values which are the foundation of our character as a nation.
We seek, and steadfastly pursue, the benefits of education. But education must be more than factual enlightenment—it must enrich the character as well as the mind. One shining example for people of all faiths of what education ought to be is that provided by the Lubavitch movement, headed by Rabbi Menachem Schneerson, a worldwide spiritual leader who will celebrate his 80th birthday on April 4, 1982. The Lubavitcher Rebbe’s work stands as a reminder that knowledge is an unworthy goal unless it is accompanied by moral and spiritual wisdom and understanding.
He has provided a vivid example of the eternal validity of the Seven Noahide Laws, a moral code for all of us regardless of religious faith. May he go from strength to strength. In recognition of the Lubavitcher Rebbe’s 80th birthday, the Senate and the House of Representatives of the United States in Congress assembled have issued House Joint Resolution 447 to set aside April 4, 1982, as a “National *Ante*, p. 60.Day of Reflection.” NOW, THEREFORE, I, RONALD REAGAN, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim April 4, 1982, as National Day of Reflection.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 3rd day of April, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and eighty-two, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and sixth. RONALD REAGAN 4922 April 5, 1982 Mother’s Day, 1982 Digitization Vendor By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation
Connections1 off-index
1 reference not yet in our index
- 36 USC 161
Citation graph
cites case law
Proclamation 4917
Cite36 USC 161
Cites 1Cited by 0 across 0 sources