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                            TABLE OF CONTENTS


                                                                    Page
List of Title 3 Compilations..........................................iv
Explanation of the Code of Federal Regulations.........................v
Explanation of This Title.............................................ix
How To Cite This Title................................................xi
Title 3.............................................................xiii
     2007 Compilation--Presidential Documents..........................1
     Chapter I--Executive Office of the President....................365
Title 3 Finding Aids.................................................375
     Tables..........................................................377
     List of CFR Sections Affected...................................395
     Index...........................................................397
CFR Finding Aids.....................................................411
     Table of CFR Titles and Chapters................................413
     Alphabetical List of Agencies Appearing in the CFR..............431

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                          TITLE 3 COMPILATIONS


------------------------------------------------------------------------
      Title 3 Compilations           Proclamations     Executive Orders
------------------------------------------------------------------------
 1936-1938......................  2161-2286.........          7316-7905
 1938-1943......................  2287-2587.........          7906-9347
 1943-1948......................  2588-2823.........         9348-10025
 1949-1953......................  2824-3041.........        10026-10510
 1954-1958......................  3042-3265.........        10511-10797
 1959-1963......................  3266-3565.........        10798-11134
 1964-1965......................  3566-3694.........        11135-11263
 1966-1970......................  3695-4025.........        11264-11574
 1971-1975......................  4026-4411.........        11575-11893
 1976...........................  4412-4480.........        11894-11949
 1977...........................  4481-4543.........        11950-12032
 1978...........................  4544-4631.........        12033-12110
 1979...........................  4632-4709.........        12111-12187
 1980...........................  4710-4812.........        12188-12260
 1981...........................  4813-4889.........        12261-12336
 1982...........................  4890-5008.........        12337-12399
 1983...........................  5009-5142.........        12400-12456
 1984...........................  5143-5291.........        12457-12497
 1985...........................  5292-5424.........        12498-12542
 1986...........................  5425-5595.........        12543-12579
 1987...........................  5596-5759.........        12580-12622
 1988...........................  5760-5928.........        12623-12662
 1989...........................  5929-6084.........        12663-12698
 1990...........................  6085-6240.........        12699-12741
 1991...........................  6241-6398.........        12742-12787
 1992...........................  6399-6520.........        12788-12827
 1993...........................  6521-6643.........        12828-12890
 1994...........................  6644-6763.........        12891-12944
 1995...........................  6764-6859.........        12945-12987
 1996...........................  6860-6965.........        12988-13033
 1997...........................  6966-7061.........        13034-13071
 1998...........................  7062-7161.........        13072-13109
 1999...........................  7162-7262.........        13110-13144
 2000...........................  7263-7389.........        13145-13185
 2001...........................  7263-7516.........        13145-13251
 2002...........................  7517-7635.........        13252-13282
 2003...........................  7636-7748.........        13283-13323
 2004...........................  7749-7858.........        13324-13368
 2005...........................  7859-7972.........        13369-13394
 2006...........................  7873-8098.........        13395-13421
 2007...........................  8099-8214.........        13422-13453
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Beginning with 1976, Title 3 compilations also include
  regulationscontained in Chapter I, Executive Office of the President.
Supplementary publications include: Presidential documents of the Hoover
  Administration (two volumes), Proclamations 1870-2037 and Executive
  Orders 5076-6070; Consolidated Indexes for 1936-1965; and Consolidated
  Tables for 1936-1965.


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                               EXPLANATION

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and issued on a quarterly basis approximately as follows:

Title 1 through Title 16.................................as of January 1
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January 1, 2008.

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                        EXPLANATION OF THIS TITLE

    This volume of ``Title 3--The President'' contains a compilation of 
 Presidential documents and a codification of regulations issued by the 
                                      Executive Office of the President.

         The 2007 Compilation contains the full text of those documents 
      signed by the President that were required to be published in the 
   Federal Register. Signature date rather than publication date is the 
     criterion for inclusion. With each annual volume, the Presidential 
       documents signed in the previous year become the new compilation.

    Chapter I contains regulations issued by the Executive Office of the 
 President. This section is a true codification like other CFR volumes, 
in that its contents are organized by subject or regulatory area and are 
                   updated by individual issues of the Federal Register.

       Presidential documents in this volume may be cited ``3 CFR, 2007 
 Comp.'' Thus, the preferred abbreviated citation for Proclamation 8099 
      appearing on page 1 of this book, is ``3 CFR, 2007 Comp., p. 1.'' 
          Chapter I entries may be cited ``3 CFR.'' Thus, the preferred 
 abbreviated citation for section 100.1, appearing in chapter I of this 
                                               book, is ``3 CFR 100.1.''

            This book is one of the volumes in a series that began with 
 Proclamation 2161 of March 19, 1936, and Executive Order 7316 of March 
  13, 1936, and that has been continued by means of annual compilations 
  and periodic cumulations. The entire Title 3 series, as of January 1, 
                  2008, is encompassed in the volumes listed on page iv.

     For readers interested in proclamations and Executive orders prior 
to 1936, there is a two-volume set entitled Proclamations and Executive 
     Orders, Herbert Hoover (March 4, 1929, to March 4, 1933). Codified 
Presidential documents are published in the Codification of Presidential 
 Proclamations and Executive Orders (April 13, 1945--January 20, 1989). 
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             This book was prepared in the Presidential and Legislative 
     Publications Unit under the supervision of Gwendolyn J. Henderson. 
                                    Michael J. Forcina was Chief Editor.

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               Cite Presidential documents in this volume
                            3 CFR, 2007 Comp.
                      thus: 3 CFR, 2007 Comp., p. 1
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                  Cite chapter I entries in this volume
                                  3 CFR
                            thus: 3 CFR 100.1


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                         TITLE 3--THE PRESIDENT


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2007 Compilation--Presidential Documents:
     Proclamations.....................................................1
     Executive Orders................................................191
     Other Presidential Documents....................................317
Chapter I--Executive Office of the President:
    Part 100.........................................................366
    Part 101.........................................................366
    Part 102.........................................................366
Finding Aids:
    Table 1--Proclamations...........................................377
    Table 2--Executive Orders........................................381
    Table 3--Other Presidential Documents............................383
    Table 4--Presidential Documents Affected During 2007.............387
    Table 5--Statutes Cited as Authority for Presidential Documents..391
    List of CFR Sections Affected....................................395
    Index............................................................397
CFR Finding Aids:
    Table of CFR Titles and Chapters.................................413
    Alphabetical List of Agencies Appearing in the CFR...............431
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                2007 Compilation--Presidential Documents


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                              PROCLAMATIONS


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Proclamation 8099 of January 11, 2007

Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

On the Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday, Americans honor the 
memory of a man who stirred the conscience of a Nation. We also recommit 
ourselves to the dream to which Dr. King devoted his life--an America 
where the dignity of every person is respected; where people are judged 
not by the color of their skin, but by the content of their character; 
and where the hope of a better tomorrow is in every neighborhood.
When Martin Luther King, Jr., came to our Nation's Capital in the summer 
of 1963, he came to inspire America and to call on our citizens to live 
up to the principles of our founding. His dream spread a message of 
hope, justice, and brotherhood that took hold in the hearts of men and 
women across our great land, and it continues to speak to millions here 
at home and around the world.
We honor Martin Luther King, Jr., and remember his strength of character 
and his leadership. We also remember the work that still remains. 
America has come a long way since Dr. King's time, yet our journey to 
justice is not complete. There is still a need for all Americans to hear 
the power and hope of Dr. King's enduring words so that we can hasten 
the day when his dream is made real. Last year, I was proud to sign the 
``Fannie Lou Hamer, Rosa Parks, and Coretta Scott King Voting Rights Act 
Reauthorization and Amendments Act of 2006.'' This Act renewed the 1965 
bill that reaffirmed our belief that all men are created equal, broke 
the segregationist lock on the ballot box, and helped bring an excluded 
community into the center of American democracy. Our Nation will 
continue to build on the legal equality championed by Dr. King and all 
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movement, and we will continue our work to protect the promise of our 
Declaration and guarantee the rights of every citizen.
As we observe Dr. King's birthday, let us honor his legacy and go 
forward with confidence as a Nation united, committed to destroying 
discrimination, and dedicated to extending the full blessings of liberty 
and opportunity to all Americans.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim Monday, January 15, 2007, 
as the Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday. I encourage all 
Americans to observe this special day with appropriate civic, community, 
and service programs and activities in honor of Dr. King's life and 
legacy.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eleventh day of 
January, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
first.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8100 of January 11, 2007

Religious Freedom Day, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

On Religious Freedom Day, we commemorate the passage of the 1786 
Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom, authored by Thomas Jefferson, 
and we celebrate the First Amendment's protection of religious freedom.
Across the centuries, people have come to America seeking to worship the 
Almighty freely. Today, our citizens profess many different faiths, and 
we welcome every religion. Yet people in many countries live without the 
freedom to worship as they choose and some face persecution for their 
beliefs. My Administration is working with our friends and allies around 
the globe to advance common values and spread the blessings of liberty 
to every corner of the world. Freedom is a gift from the Almighty, 
written in the heart and soul of every man, woman, and child, and we 
must continue to promote the importance of religious freedom at home and 
abroad.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim January 16, 2007, as 
Religious Freedom Day. I call on all Americans to reflect on the great 
blessing of religious liberty, endeavor to preserve this freedom for 
future generations, and commemorate this day with appropriate events and 
activities in their schools, places of worship, neighborhoods, and 
homes.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eleventh day of 
January, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
first.
GEORGE W. BUSH

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Proclamation 8101 of January 18, 2007

National Sanctity of Human Life Day, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

America was founded on the principle that we are all endowed by our 
Creator with the right to life and that every individual has dignity and 
worth. National Sanctity of Human Life Day helps foster a culture of 
life and reinforces our commitment to building a compassionate society 
that respects the value of every human being.
Among the most basic duties of Government is to defend the unalienable 
right to life, and my Administration is committed to protecting our 
society's most vulnerable members. We are vigorously promoting parental 
notification laws, adoption, abstinence education, crisis pregnancy 
programs, and the vital work of faith-based groups. Through the ``Born-
Alive Infants Protection Act of 2002,'' the ``Partial-Birth Abortion Ban 
Act of 2003,'' and the ``Unborn Victims of Violence Act of 2004,'' we 
are helping to make our country a more hopeful place.
One of our society's challenges today is to harness the power of science 
to ease human suffering without sanctioning practices that violate the 
dignity of human life. With the right policies, we can continue to 
achieve scientific progress while living up to our ethical and moral 
responsibilities.
National Sanctity of Human Life Day serves as a reminder that we must 
value human life in all forms, not just those considered healthy, 
wanted, or convenient. Together, we can work toward a day when the 
dignity and humanity of every person is respected.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim Sunday, January 21, 2007, 
as National Sanctity of Human Life Day. I call upon all Americans to 
recognize this day with appropriate ceremonies and to underscore our 
commitment to respecting and protecting the life and dignity of every 
human being.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eighteenth day of 
January, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
first.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8102 of January 25, 2007

Fifth Anniversary of USA Freedom Corps, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

The great strength of our Nation is found in the heroic kindness, 
courage, and self-sacrifice of the American people. Every day, 
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good heart of our country by volunteering to help make someone's life 
better. Since 2002, the USA Freedom Corps has provided access to 
volunteer opportunities for millions of Americans. On the fifth 
anniversary of the USA Freedom Corps, we honor volunteers who give their 
time and talents to make a difference in the lives of others, and we 
recognize that helping those in need makes America a more hopeful 
country.
The USA Freedom Corps was created to encourage Americans to answer the 
call to serve a cause greater than themselves. By matching willing 
volunteers with opportunities in their communities, the USA Freedom 
Corps brings Americans together to mentor children, assist the elderly, 
clean up neighborhoods, and perform countless acts of generosity. The 
USA Freedom Corps has helped support national service programs such as 
AmeriCorps, Citizen Corps, Peace Corps, and Senior Corps. Through 
programs like these, volunteers all across the country bring comfort and 
kindness to people at home and abroad.
Through the USA Freedom Corps website at volunteer.gov, all Americans 
can find ways to serve in our country's armies of compassion. By 
answering the universal call to help a neighbor, individual Americans 
can transform towns and cities into more caring communities and 
neighborhoods and make America a better place.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim January 29, 2007, as the 
Fifth Anniversary of the USA Freedom Corps. I call upon the citizens of 
this great country to find ways to volunteer and help their fellow 
Americans. I commend the efforts of the USA Freedom Corps and all those 
who have already answered the call to serve, and I encourage all 
Americans to give of their time, energy, and talents to make America 
even stronger.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-fifth day of 
January, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
first.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8103 of January 26, 2007

National African American History Month, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

African Americans have been an integral part of America for generations, 
and our Nation is stronger because of their contributions. During 
National African American History Month, we honor the achievements of 
African Americans and recognize our continued responsibility to strive 
for equality for all our citizens.
With grace and determination, African-American men and women have shaped 
our Nation and influenced American life. Frederick Douglass, W.E.B. 
DuBois, Rosa Parks, and Martin Luther King, Jr., advanced the cause of 
civil rights for all Americans and helped change the course of American

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history. Educators Booker T. Washington and Carter G. Woodson helped 
break down racial barriers in education to provide opportunity for all 
people. Americans have benefited from the achievements of scientists 
like George Washington Carver. Artists such as Pearl Bailey, Ella 
Fitzgerald, and Louis Armstrong inspired Americans and created some of 
the most celebrated music this Nation has ever produced.
The theme of this year's National African American History Month, ``From 
Slavery to Freedom: Africans in the Americas,'' recalls African 
Americans' long journey to justice and commemorates the courage and 
persistence of the heroes who called on our Nation to live up to its 
founding promise. A century after African-American soldiers fought for 
their freedom on the battlefields of the Civil War, African Americans 
struggled peacefully for their rights in the streets of Birmingham, 
Alabama, and on the Mall in Washington, D.C. Courageous civil rights 
leaders answered hate and discrimination with love and dignity, toppled 
segregation laws, and worked to make America a more just and hopeful 
Nation.
All Americans can be proud of the progress we have made, yet the work 
for a more perfect union is not done. As we celebrate National African 
American History Month, we reaffirm our commitment to build a society 
where every individual has the opportunity to achieve the promise of 
this great land.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim February 2007 as National 
African American History Month. I call upon public officials, educators, 
and all the people of the United States to observe this month with 
appropriate programs and activities that honor the significant 
contributions African Americans have made to our Nation.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-sixth day of 
January, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
first.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8104 of February 1, 2007

American Heart Month, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, 
claiming hundreds of thousands of lives each year. During American Heart 
Month, we renew our commitment to fighting cardiovascular disease by 
increasing public awareness of this deadly disease and understanding of 
how it can be prevented.
Today, millions of Americans live with some form of cardiovascular 
disease, including congenital heart disease, coronary heart disease, and 
high blood pressure. Individuals can reduce their chance of developing 
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and other types of heart disease by exercising regularly, maintaining 
healthy eating habits and weight, avoiding tobacco use, and monitoring 
cholesterol and blood pressure levels. All Americans should speak with 
their doctors about the dangers of this disease and get regular 
preventive screenings.
My Administration continues to help raise awareness of heart disease 
through initiatives such as ``The Heart Truth'' campaign, sponsored by 
the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. First Lady Laura Bush 
serves as the National Ambassador of ``The Heart Truth'' campaign and 
works with partner organizations as part of her Women's Health and 
Wellness Initiative. The campaign informs women about the dangers of 
this deadly illness and encourages them to make cardiovascular health a 
priority. This year marks the fifth anniversary of the campaign, which 
uses the red dress as a symbol to remind women to protect their heart 
health and inspire them to take action. New data shows that fewer women 
are dying from heart disease, and more women are aware heart disease is 
the number one killer.
During American Heart Month, we honor the medical professionals, 
researchers, and all those whose tireless efforts are making a positive 
difference in the lives of those battling heart disease. By working 
together, we can continue to help the American people live longer and 
healthier lives.
In acknowledgement of the importance of the ongoing fight against 
cardiovascular disease, the Congress, by Joint Resolution approved 
December 30, 1963, as amended (77 Stat. 843; 36 U.S.C. 101), has 
requested that the President issue an annual proclamation designating 
February as ``American Heart Month.''
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, do hereby proclaim February 2007 as American Heart Month, and I 
invite all Americans to participate in National Wear Red Day on February 
2, 2007. I also invite the Governors of the States, the Commonwealth of 
Puerto Rico, officials of other areas subject to the jurisdiction of the 
United States, and the American people to join me in recognizing and 
reaffirming our commitment to fighting cardiovascular disease.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this first day of 
February, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
first.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8105 of February 2, 2007

National Consumer Protection Week, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

During National Consumer Protection Week, citizens are urged to learn 
more about the risks of fraud and identity theft and take precautions to 
protect themselves from these crimes.

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Americans can help prevent fraud and identity theft by becoming informed 
consumers. The Federal Trade Commission suggests that individuals 
safeguard personal information such as Social Security and account 
numbers, closely monitor their financial accounts, and report any 
problems or suspicious activity. When doing business through the 
Internet, it is especially important to protect personal data with 
appropriate software and commonsense security practices. Consumers and 
businesses can find resources on how to avoid identity theft and fraud 
by visiting the Federal Government's consumer protection website, 
www.consumer.gov.
My Administration is committed to protecting consumers from fraud, 
deception, and unfair business practices. In May 2006, I signed an 
Executive Order creating the Nation's first Identity Theft Task Force, 
comprised of the heads of executive departments and agencies. This Task 
Force is implementing a comprehensive strategy to prevent identity 
theft, prosecute those who commit fraud, and help victims. Through these 
and other efforts, we are helping to ensure that consumers have the 
tools they need to secure their personal information, monitor their 
financial accounts, maintain their privacy, and make responsible 
decisions to guard against fraud.
Consumer fraud takes advantage of the trust and integrity that 
characterizes our country's marketplace. By remaining vigilant and 
defending against fraud, Americans can protect their financial security 
and help our Nation's economy remain strong.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim February 4 through 
February 10, 2007, as National Consumer Protection Week. I call upon 
Government officials, industry leaders, and consumer advocates to 
provide citizens with information about how they can prevent fraud and 
identity theft, and I encourage all citizens to be responsible consumers 
and take an active role in protecting their personal information.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this second day of 
February, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
first.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8106 of February 16, 2007

275th Anniversary of the Birth of George Washington

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

 Two hundred seventy-five years after the birth of George Washington, we 
honor the life and legacy of a surveyor from Virginia who became 
Commander of the Continental Army, a major force at the Constitutional 
Convention, and the first President of the United States of America.
 Remembered by the Congress as ``first in war, first in peace, and first 
in the hearts of his countrymen,'' George Washington dedicated his life 
to the success of America. During the Revolutionary War, Washington's 
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band of hungry soldiers faced the professional army of a great empire, 
and his unshakable vision for a new democracy proved a powerful 
inspiration to his troops. Knowing that the outcome of their struggle 
would determine ``the destiny of unborn Millions,'' Washington led his 
often ragged forces beyond incredible hardships into battle and on to 
victory with strength, steadfastness, and a quiet confidence.
 The triumphant General treasured his brief time at home, but his 
devotion to duty and belief in the promise of a more perfect Union lured 
Washington from Mount Vernon. He presided over the Constitutional 
Convention with wisdom, diplomacy, and humility and helped form the 
working model of our democracy. When the Constitution was ratified, 
America again turned to a beloved and proven leader, electing George 
Washington as the first President of the United States.
 As we celebrate the life of George Washington and his contributions to 
the American experiment, we can also take pride in our stewardship of 
the Republic he forged. Today, he would see in America the world's 
foremost champion of liberty--a Nation that stands for freedom for all, 
a Nation that stands with democratic reformers, and a Nation that stands 
up to tyranny and terror. On his 275th birthday, George Washington would 
see an America fulfilling the promise of her Founders, honoring the 
durable wisdom of our Constitution, and moving forward in the world with 
confidence, compassion, and strength.
 NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim February 22, 2007, as the 
275th Anniversary of the Birth of George Washington. I encourage all 
Americans to join me in honoring the Father of our Country with 
appropriate civic and service programs and activities in remembrance of 
George Washington and with gratitude for all he gave for his country.
 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this sixteenth day of 
February, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
first.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8107 of February 26, 2007

Irish-American Heritage Month, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

The friendship between Ireland and the United States has deep roots, and 
Irish Americans have played an integral role in making our country a 
place of hope and opportunity. During Irish-American Heritage Month, we 
recognize the vital contributions of Irish Americans to our Nation.
Since our founding, Irish immigrants have come to America's shores in 
search of better lives. Today, millions of American citizens are of 
Irish descent, and they and their forbearers have helped shape our way 
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Nation. Irish Americans have shown their devotion to our country by 
serving in our Armed Forces. America is especially grateful to these 
brave men and women for the sacrifices that have helped preserve the 
ideals of our country and made the world a safer place.
During the month of March, we reflect on our Nation's past and how Irish 
Americans helped create the country we live in today. America is a 
melting pot of cultures, and Irish-American Heritage Month is an 
opportunity to celebrate the accomplishments of Irish-American citizens 
and remind our people we are blessed to be a Nation of immigrants.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim March 2007 as Irish-
American Heritage Month. I call upon all Americans to observe this month 
by celebrating the contributions of Irish Americans to our Nation.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-sixth day of 
February, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
first.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8108 of February 27, 2007

American Red Cross Month, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

The American Red Cross demonstrates the power of human compassion and 
embodies the capacity for kindness and generosity of this great Nation. 
This month, we honor the men and women of the American Red Cross who 
exhibit the spirit and character of America by serving others in need.
Since its founding in 1881, the American Red Cross has helped millions 
of individuals overcome the effects of natural disasters and emergencies 
by providing shelter, food, counseling, and other assistance. It plays 
an important role in our communities by helping maintain our country's 
blood supply, offering programs for youth and the elderly, supporting 
members of the military and their families, and promoting health and 
emergency preparedness. This inspiring organization helps improve the 
lives of those in need and continues to assist in the recovery efforts 
in the Gulf Coast.
The humanitarian mission of the American Red Cross extends around the 
world. My Administration is proud to work with it to support efforts to 
combat malaria, measles, HIV/AIDS, and other diseases that affect 
millions of people each year in Africa and throughout the world. The 
American Red Cross is committed to helping improve the prevention and 
treatment of diseases and is working to strengthen community health 
programs in developing areas of the world. These efforts help save lives 
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We are grateful for the tireless work of the volunteers and staff of the 
American Red Cross. During this month, we pay tribute to this remarkable 
organization and all those who have answered the call to serve a cause 
greater than self and offered support and healing in times of need.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America and Honorary Chairman of the American Red Cross, by virtue of 
the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the United 
States, do hereby proclaim March 2007 as American Red Cross Month. I 
commend the good work of the American Red Cross, and I encourage all 
Americans to help make our world a better place by volunteering their 
time, energy, and talents for others.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-seventh day 
of February, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
first.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8109 of February 27, 2007

Women's History Month, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

Throughout our history, the vision and determination of women have 
strengthened and transformed America. As we celebrate Women's History 
Month, we recognize the vital contributions women have made to our 
country.
The strong leadership of extraordinary women has altered our Nation's 
history. Sojourner Truth, Alice Stone Blackwell, and Julia Ward Howe 
opened doors for future generations of women by advancing the cause of 
women's voting rights and helping make America a more equitable place. 
In 1855, Dr. Mary E. Walker became one of the first female physicians in 
the country. Dr. Walker volunteered her medical services during the 
Civil War and became the only woman in United States history to receive 
the Medal of Honor. Vivian Malone Jones stood her ground in the face of 
a great injustice and helped integrate the University of Alabama, 
breaking down racial barriers to higher education and becoming the 
school's first African-American graduate.
Our Nation is a land of great opportunity, and women are seizing that 
opportunity and shaping the future of America in all walks of life. A 
record number of women are serving in the halls of Congress, and the 
number of women-owned businesses continues to grow. The women of our 
Armed Forces are making a vital contribution to our Nation's security by 
serving the cause of freedom and peace around the world. And by giving 
care and guidance, America's mothers are helping to build the foundation 
for the success of our Nation's children and strengthening the character 
of our country. This month, we honor the spirit, leadership, and hard 
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NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim March 2007 as Women's 
History Month. I call upon the people of the United States to observe 
this month with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities that 
honor the history, accomplishments, and contributions of American women.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-seventh day 
of February, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
first.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8110 of February 28, 2007

Save Your Vision Week, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

Across our Nation, millions of Americans suffer from eye diseases and 
vision loss. During Save Your Vision Week, we reinforce the importance 
of proper eye care and raise awareness about how to protect and prolong 
healthy vision.
By taking simple preventative steps such as wearing sunglasses and using 
protective goggles while exposed to hazardous objects or environments, 
Americans can help maintain their eyesight. Regular eye exams are also 
key to safeguarding healthy vision. As a result of the Medicare 
Modernization Act, Medicare may pay the cost of exams for those who are 
eligible and have a high risk of diabetic eye disease or glaucoma. More 
information about healthy vision and eye care can be found by visiting 
nei.nih.gov. My Administration is committed to helping Americans lead 
better, healthier lives. By working with community organizations, eye 
care professionals, and compassionate citizens, we can increase 
awareness of the importance of regular and diligent eye care and 
encourage people to takes steps to maintain eye health and keep the 
precious gift of sight.
The Congress, by joint resolution approved December 30, 1963, as amended 
(77 Stat. 629; 36 U.S.C. 138), has authorized and requested the 
President to proclaim the first week in March of each year as ``Save 
Your Vision Week.''
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, do hereby proclaim March 4 through March 10, 2007, as Save Your 
Vision Week. I encourage all Americans to learn more about eye care and 
eye safety, and take measures to help ensure a lifetime of healthy 
vision.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-eighth day 
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Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
first.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8111 of February 28, 2007

To Implement the Dominican Republic-Central America-United States Free 
Trade Agreement With Respect to the Dominican Republic and for Other 
Purposes

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

1. On August 5, 2004, the United States entered into the Dominican 
Republic-Central America-United States Free Trade Agreement (the 
``Agreement'') with Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, El Salvador, 
Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua (the ``Agreement countries''). The 
Agreement was approved by the Congress in section 101(a) of the 
Dominican Republic-Central America-United States Free Trade Agreement 
Implementation Act (the ``Act'') (Public Law 109-53, 119 Stat. 462) (19 
U.S.C. 4011 note).
2. Section 201 of the Act authorizes the President to proclaim such 
modifications or continuation of any duty, such continuation of duty-
free or excise treatment, or such additional duties, as the President 
determines to be necessary or appropriate to carry out or apply Article 
3.3 and Annex 3.3 (including the schedule of United States duty 
reductions with respect to originating goods) of the Agreement.
3. Consistent with section 201(a)(2) of the Act, each Agreement country 
is to be removed from the enumeration of designated beneficiary 
developing countries eligible for the benefits of the Generalized System 
of Preferences (GSP) on the date the Agreement enters into force with 
respect to that country.
4. Consistent with section 201(a)(3) of the Act, each Agreement country 
is to be removed from the enumeration of designated beneficiary 
countries under the Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act (CBERA) (19 
U.S.C. 2701 et seq.) on the date the Agreement enters into force with 
respect to that country, subject to the exceptions set out in section 
201(a)(3)(B) of the Act.
5. Consistent with section 213(b)(5)(D) of the CBERA, as amended by the 
United States-Caribbean Basin Trade Partnership Act (CBTPA) (Public Law 
106-200), each Agreement country is to be removed from the enumeration 
of designated CBTPA beneficiary countries on the date the Agreement 
enters into force with respect to that country.
6. Section 1634(c)(2) of the Pension Protection Act of 2006 (Public Law 
109-280) (29 U.S.C. 1001 note) authorizes the President to proclaim a 
reduction in the overall limit in the tariff preference level for 
Nicaragua provided in Annex 3.28 of the Agreement if the President 
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Nicaragua has failed to comply with a commitment under an agreement 
between the United States and Nicaragua with regard to the 
administration of such tariff preference level.
7. Presidential Proclamation 6641 of December 15, 1993, implemented the 
North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) with respect to the United 
States and, pursuant to the North American Free Trade Agreement 
Implementation Act (Public Law 103-182) (the ``NAFTA Implementation 
Act''), incorporated in the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United 
States (HTS) the tariff modifications and rules of origin necessary or 
appropriate to carry out the NAFTA.
8. Section 202 of the NAFTA Implementation Act (19 U.S.C. 3332) provides 
rules for determining whether goods imported into the United States 
originate in the territory of a NAFTA party and thus are eligible for 
the tariff and other treatment contemplated under the NAFTA. Section 
202(q) of the NAFTA Implementation Act (19 U.S.C. 3332(q)) authorizes 
the President to proclaim, as a part of the HTS, the rules of origin set 
out in the NAFTA and to proclaim modifications to such previously 
proclaimed rules of origin, subject to the consultation and layover 
requirements of section 103(a) of the NAFTA Implementation Act (19 
U.S.C. 3313(a)).
9. The United States and Mexico have agreed to modify certain NAFTA 
rules of origin. It is therefore necessary to modify the NAFTA rules of 
origin set out in Proclamation 6641.
10. Executive Order 11651 of March 3, 1972, as amended, established the 
Committee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements (CITA), 
consisting of representatives of the Departments of State, the Treasury, 
Commerce, and Labor, and the Office of the United States Trade 
Representative, with the representative of the Department of Commerce as 
Chairman, to supervise the implementation of textile trade agreements. 
Consistent with 3 U.S.C. 301, when carrying out functions vested in the 
President by statute and assigned by the President to CITA, the 
officials collectively exercising those functions are all to be officers 
required to be appointed by the President with the advice and consent of 
the Senate.
11. Section 604 of the Trade Act of 1974 (the ``1974 Act'') (19 U.S.C. 
2483), as amended, authorizes the President to embody in the HTS the 
substance of relevant provisions of that Act, or other acts affecting 
import treatment, and of actions taken thereunder.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, acting under the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
the laws of the United States of America, including but not limited to 
section 201 of the Act, section 1634(c)(2) of the Pension Protection Act 
of 2006, section 202 of the NAFTA Implementation Act, section 301 of 
title 3, United States Code, and section 604 of the 1974 Act, and the 
Act having taken effect pursuant to section 107(a), do proclaim that:
(1) In order to provide generally for the preferential tariff treatment 
being accorded under the Agreement to the Dominican Republic, to provide 
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to provide tariff-rate quotas with respect to certain goods, to reflect 
the removal of the Dominican Republic from the enumeration of designated 
beneficiary developing countries for purposes of the GSP, to reflect the 
removal of the Dominican Republic from the enumeration of designated 
beneficiary countries for purposes of the CBERA and the CBTPA, and to 
make technical and conforming changes in the general notes to the HTS, 
the HTS is modified as set forth in Annexes I and II of Publication 3901 
of the United States International Trade Commission, entitled 
Modifications to the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States to 
Implement the Dominican Republic-Central America-United States Free 
Trade Agreement With Respect to the Dominican Republic (Publication 
3901), which is incorporated by reference into this proclamation.
(2) The CITA is authorized to exercise the function of the President 
under section 1634(c)(2) of the Pension Protection Act of 2006 of 
determining whether Nicaragua has failed to comply with a commitment 
under an agreement between the United States and Nicaragua with regard 
to the administration of the tariff preference level for Nicaragua 
provided in Annex 3.28 of the Agreement and, on making such a 
determination, to reduce the overall limit in the tariff preference 
level for Nicaragua provided in Annex 3.28 of the Agreement.
(3) In order to modify the rules of origin under the NAFTA, general note 
12 to the HTS is modified as set forth in the Annex to this 
proclamation.
(4)(a) The amendments to the HTS made by paragraph (1) of this 
proclamation shall be effective with respect to goods entered, or 
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the relevant dates 
indicated in Annex I or II of Publication 3901.
(b) The amendments to the HTS made by paragraph (3) of this proclamation 
shall enter into effect on the date that the United States Trade 
Representative announces in the Federal Register that Mexico has 
completed its applicable domestic procedures to give effect to 
corresponding modifications to be applied to goods of the United States 
and shall, at that time, be effective with respect to goods of Mexico 
entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 
date indicated in the Annex to this proclamation.
(c) Except as provided in paragraphs (4)(a) and (b) of this 
proclamation, this proclamation shall be effective with respect to goods 
entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after March 
1, 2007.
(5) Any provisions of previous proclamations and Executive Orders that 
are inconsistent with the actions taken in this proclamation are 
superseded to the extent of such inconsistency.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-eighth day 
of February, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
first.
GEORGE W. BUSH

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Proclamation 8112 of February 28, 2007

Amending Proclamation 8031 of June 15, 2006, To Read, ``Establishment of 
the Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument''

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

WHEREAS Proclamation 8031 of June 15, 2006, established the Northwestern 
Hawaiian Islands Marine National Monument;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws 
of the United States, including section 2 of the Act of June 8, 1906 (34 
Stat. 225, 16 U.S.C. 431), do amend Proclamation 8031 for the purpose of 
giving the monument a Native Hawaiian name and making the following 
conforming changes and corrections;
Section 1. The title of Proclamation 8031 is amended to read, 
``Establishment of the Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument''.
Sec. 2. The phrase Northwestern Hawaiian Islands Marine National 
Monument is amended to read Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument, 
wherever it appears in Proclamation 8031.
Sec. 3. Under Findings, Additional Findings for Native Hawaiian Practice 
Permits, 2(e) is amended to read: Any living monument resource harvested 
from the monument will be consumed or utilized in the monument.
Sec. 4. The title of the map of the Monument accompanying Proclamation 
8031 is amended to read, ``Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument'' 
and the word ``Sanctuary'' in the map is deleted wherever it appears and 
the word ``Monument'' is inserted in lieu thereof.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8113 of March 16, 2007

National Poison Prevention Week, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

In the 45 years since the first National Poison Prevention Week was 
proclaimed by President John F. Kennedy, many lives have been saved from 
unintentional poisoning through awareness efforts across our country. 
This week, we reaffirm our commitment to the safety of our fellow 
citizens and to guarding against accidental poisonings.
Protecting our children is a solemn and special responsibility, and we 
must all continue to work to reduce the number of poison-related 
injuries and deaths. I encourage parents to make homes safer by keeping 
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medicines before giving them to children and on household products 
before using them around children. In addition, carbon monoxide alarms 
can help protect against carbon monoxide poisoning, which claims the 
lives of hundreds of Americans each year.
If a poisoning is suspected, citizens can reach their nearest Poison 
Control Center 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, by calling 1-800-222-1222. 
This number should be called immediately at the first sign of a 
suspected poison emergency. The Poison Prevention Week Council website, 
poisonprevention.org, can provide additional information about poison 
prevention. By staying informed, being proactive, and remaining 
vigilant, we can avoid poison exposure and save more lives.
To encourage Americans to learn more about the dangers of accidental 
poisonings and take appropriate preventive measures, the Congress, by 
joint resolution approved September 26, 1961, as amended (75 Stat. 681), 
has authorized and requested the President to issue a proclamation 
designating the third week of March each year as ``National Poison 
Prevention Week.''
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, do hereby proclaim March 18 through March 24, 2007, as National 
Poison Prevention Week. I call upon all Americans to participate in 
appropriate activities this week and to learn how to prevent poisonings, 
especially among children.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this sixteenth day of 
March, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
first.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8114 of March 19, 2007

To Implement Modifications to the Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act 
and the African Growth and Opportunity Act and for Other Purposes

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

1. Section 5002 of the Haitian Hemispheric Opportunity through 
Partnership Encouragement Act of 2006 (Division D, Title V of Public Law 
109-432)(the ``HOPE Act''), which amends the Caribbean Basin Economic 
Recovery Act (Title II of the Trade and Development Act of 2000, Public 
Law 106-200)(CBERA), provides that preferential tariff treatment may be 
provided to certain articles that are imported directly from Haiti into 
the customs territory of the United States, provided the President 
determines that Haiti meets the eligibility requirements of section 
213A(d) of CBERA, as amended (19 U.S.C. 2703a(d)), and Haiti is meeting 
the conditions regarding enforcement of circumvention set forth in 
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2. Section 6002 of the Africa Investment Incentive Act of 2006 (Division 
D, Title VI of Public Law 109-432) amends section 112 of the African 
Growth and Opportunity Act (Title I of the Trade and Development Act of 
2000, Public Law 106-200)(AGOA) to modify the preferential tariff 
treatment accorded to designated lesser developed beneficiary sub-
Saharan African countries.
3. Pursuant to section 213A(d) of CBERA, as amended (19 U.S.C. 
2703a(d)), I have determined that Haiti meets the eligibility 
requirements set forth in section 213A(d)(1).
4. Pursuant to section 213A(e) of CBERA, as amended (19 U.S.C. 
2703a(e)), I have determined that Haiti is meeting the conditions set 
forth therein.
5. In order to implement the tariff treatment provided under section 
213A of CBERA, as amended (19 U.S.C. 2703a), and section 112(b)(8) and 
112(c) of AGOA, as amended (19 U.S.C. 3721(b)(8) and (c)), it is 
necessary to modify the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States 
(HTS).
6. Title I, subtitles A and B of the Tax Relief and Health Care Act of 
2006 (Public Law 109-432)(the ``Tax Relief Act'') suspended or reduced 
duties on certain articles that were identified under provisions of the 
HTS in effect on December 20, 2006. Presidential Proclamation 8097 of 
December 27, 2006, modified the HTS to conform it to the International 
Convention on the Harmonized Commodity Description and Coding System. 
Modifications to the HTS are necessary to reflect accurately the 
suspension or reduction of duties that were enacted in the Tax Relief 
Act.
7. Section 604 of the Trade Act of 1974, as amended (the ``1974 Act'') 
(19 U.S.C. 2483), authorizes the President to embody in the HTS the 
substance of relevant provisions of that Act, or other acts affecting 
import treatment, and of actions taken thereunder, including the 
removal, modification, continuance, or imposition of any rate of duty or 
other import restriction.
8. I have determined that it is appropriate to authorize the Secretary 
of the Treasury to perform the functions specified in section 213A(f) of 
CBERA, as amended (19 U.S.C. 2703a(f)).
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, acting under the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
the laws of the United States of America, including section 604 of the 
1974 Act, and section 301 of title 3, United States Code, do proclaim 
that:
(1) In order to provide the tariff treatment provided for in section 
213A of CBERA, as amended (19 U.S.C. 2703a), the HTS is modified as 
provided in Annex I to this proclamation.
(2) In order to implement the tariff treatment provided for in section 
112(b)(8) and section 112(c) of AGOA, as amended (19 U.S.C. 3721(b)(8) 
and (c)), the HTS is modified as provided in Annex II to this 
proclamation.
(3) In order to provide the tariff treatment provided for in Title I, 
subtitles A and B of the Tax Relief Act, and to make technical 
corrections to previously proclaimed provisions, the HTS is modified as 
provided in Annex III to this proclamation.
(4) The modifications to the HTS set forth in the annexes to this 
proclamation shall be effective with respect to articles entered, or 
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respective annex.
(5) The Secretary of the Treasury is hereby authorized to perform the 
functions assigned to the President in section 213A(f) of CBERA, as 
amended (19 U.S.C. 2703a(f)).
(6) Any provisions of previous proclamations and Executive Orders that 
are inconsistent with the actions taken in this proclamation are 
superseded to the extent of such inconsistency.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this nineteenth day of 
March, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
first.
GEORGE W. BUSH

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Proclamation 8115 of March 21, 2007

Greek Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of Greek and 
American Democracy, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

The United States and Greece share a long friendship built on common 
values and an abiding love for freedom. On Greek Independence Day, we 
underscore the warm ties between our countries, recognize the Greek 
Americans who enrich our society, and commemorate the anniversary of 
modern Greece.
The ancient Greeks entrusted their citizens with the right to govern, 
and they believed in the power of freedom to protect human dignity and 
basic human rights. Many of America's Founding Fathers studied Greek 
history and took inspiration from these democratic ideals as they framed 
our Constitution. The founders of modern Greece had the strong support 
of our own young democracy when they declared their independence in 
1821, and our nations have stood as allies in the major conflicts of the 
20th century. Today, we continue to defend freedom together in the 
global war on terror, as Greek and American Armed Forces work to lay the 
foundation of peace for generations to come.
On Greek Independence Day, and throughout the year, we celebrate the 
universality of freedom and the enduring bonds between Greece and the 
United States.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim March 25, 2007, as Greek 
Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of Greek and American 
Democracy. I call upon all Americans to observe this day with 
appropriate ceremonies and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-first day of 
March, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
first.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8116 of March 26, 2007

Education and Sharing Day, U.S.A., 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

A future of hope and opportunity in America requires that all our 
children develop the knowledge and character they need in life. On 
Education and Sharing Day, we recognize our responsibility to ensure 
that our young people have the foundation necessary to lead lives rich 
in purpose and fulfillment.

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Education and Sharing Day honors the legacy of Rabbi Menachem Mendel 
Schneerson and emphasizes our commitment to teach the next generation of 
Americans the values that make our country strong. The Lubavitcher Rebbe 
believed that society should ``make a new commitment to kindness,'' and 
he helped to establish education and outreach centers offering social 
service programs and humanitarian aid around the world.
The character of our young people is strengthened by serving a cause 
greater than self and by the anchor of virtues, including courage and 
compassion. By instilling a spirit of service in our children, we create 
a more optimistic future for them and our Nation.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim March 30, 2007, as 
Education and Sharing Day, U.S.A. I call upon government officials, 
educators, volunteers, and all the people of the United States to reach 
out to young people and work to create a better, brighter, and more 
hopeful future for all.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-sixth day of 
March, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
first.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8117 of March 27, 2007

National Child Abuse Prevention Month, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

All Americans share a responsibility to protect our Nation's children. 
During National Child Abuse Prevention Month, we renew our commitment to 
prevent child abuse and neglect and to work to enable our children to 
realize their full potential.
Childhood is a formative time, and abuse can have devastating long-term 
effects on young lives. In order to provide a safe environment for our 
young people, parents must work to protect their children from the 
dangers that threaten them. Family members, educators, public officials, 
and faith-based and community organizations all play important roles in 
helping to ensure that children are safe and can grow surrounded by love 
and stability.
My Administration is committed to supporting children and promoting safe 
and stable families across America. Last year, I signed into law the 
Child and Family Services Improvement Act of 2006, which will help to 
prevent and address child abuse and neglect by improving child welfare 
services and continuing vital mentoring and family programs. 
Additionally, the Department of Justice's Project Safe Childhood program 
and the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act of 2006 help 
officials at all levels of government protect our children and bring 
sexual and online predators, Internet pornographers who prey on our 
children, and other violent criminals to justice with stronger laws and 
improved coordination among authorities.

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As we observe National Child Abuse Prevention Month, we underscore our 
commitment to building an America where all children can thrive, develop 
character, and learn to be responsible citizens in an environment of 
security and love. By honoring our obligation to support and protect our 
young people, all Americans have an opportunity to make a positive 
difference in the life of a child and build a brighter future for our 
country. For more information about how each of us can help stop child 
abuse, please visit childwelfare.gov.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim April 2007 as National 
Child Abuse Prevention Month. I encourage all citizens to help protect 
our children and work to create strong, healthy communities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-seventh day 
of March, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
first.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8118 of March 28, 2007

National Donate Life Month, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

Donating organs, marrow, and tissue is a kind and compassionate act that 
can protect and enhance the precious gift of life. During National 
Donate Life Month, we recognize the generosity of donors and raise 
awareness of the importance of donating.
In recent years, there has been great progress in this important effort, 
and the rate of organ donation has steadily increased--helping save 
thousands of lives. Despite this success, more than 95,000 Americans 
currently await organ transplants, and hundreds more are added to the 
transplant list each month. My Administration strongly supports organ, 
marrow, and tissue donation, and we are working with public and private 
groups to help more citizens understand the impact of organ donation.
Americans who wish to become organ and tissue donors can register with 
their State's donor registry, designate their intent on their driver's 
license, and sign and carry donor cards, which are available at 
organdonor.gov. I urge all citizens to consider becoming donors and 
encourage all donors to inform their loved ones of their decision so 
their wishes can be fulfilled. Every human life holds inherent dignity 
and matchless value, and National Donate Life Month is an opportunity to 
celebrate our country's organ and tissue donors. The decision to donate 
the gift of life demonstrates the compassionate spirit of our Nation.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
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laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim April 2007 as National 
Donate Life Month. I call upon health care professionals, volunteers, 
educators, government agencies, faith-based and community groups, and 
private organizations to help raise awareness of the urgent need for 
organ and tissue donors throughout our Nation.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-eighth day 
of March, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
first.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8119 of March 29, 2007

Cancer Control Month, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

Cancer Control Month is an opportunity to educate all Americans about 
cancer, to raise awareness about treatments, and to renew our commitment 
to fighting this deadly disease.
Through developments in medical science, we continue to make advances in 
the prevention and treatment of cancer. Yet millions of our citizens 
continue to live with some form of this disease, and it remains the 
second leading cause of death in the United States. Individuals can 
reduce their risk of developing cancer by practicing healthy eating 
habits, exercising, limiting sun exposure, avoiding tobacco, knowing 
their family history, and getting regular screenings from the doctor.
My Administration remains committed to the fight against cancer. In 
2005, the National Cancer Institute and the National Human Genome 
Research Institute launched the Cancer Genome Atlas, a revolutionary 
research project to help scientists understand the genetic sources of 
cancer. The discoveries from this project have the potential to bring 
about rapid advances in cancer research. And last year the National 
Institutes of Health invested more than $5 billion in cancer research.
We are making progress. Cancer related deaths have declined for 2 
consecutive years. Thirty years ago, there were only 3 million cancer 
survivors, and today there are more than 10 million.
During Cancer Control Month, we remember those who have lost their lives 
to cancer. And we commend the determination, courage, and strength of 
cancer survivors. Our Nation is grateful for medical professionals, 
researchers, family members, and friends who support cancer patients. 
Their dedication to these individuals is a reflection of the true spirit 
of America. Our country will continue the fight against cancer until it 
is won.
In 1938, the Congress of the United States passed a joint resolution (52 
Stat. 148; 36 U.S.C. 103) as amended, requesting the President to issue 
an annual proclamation declaring April as ``Cancer Control Month.''
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
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laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim April 2007 as Cancer 
Control Month. I encourage citizens, government agencies, private 
businesses, nonprofit organizations, and other interested groups to join 
in activities that will increase awareness about the steps Americans can 
take to prevent and control cancer.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-ninth day of 
March, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
first.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8120 of April 5, 2007

Pan American Day and Pan American Week, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

Each year on Pan American Day and during Pan American Week, we 
underscore our commitment to supporting the citizens in the Pan American 
community, strengthening democracy in the Western Hemisphere, and 
advancing the cause of peace worldwide.
In 1890, the International Union of American Republics was established 
to promote cooperation among the Americas. Today, the United States and 
our neighbors in the Western Hemisphere are a community linked by common 
values, shared interests, and the close bonds of family and friendship. 
As the expansion of freedom continues in our region, the democratic 
nations of the Western Hemisphere are working together to build a safer 
and more prosperous society and to ensure that all the people of the 
Americas have the opportunity to achieve their dreams.
My Administration is working to advance the cause of social justice in 
the Pan American region, and we are committed to supporting our 
neighbors' efforts to meet the needs of their citizens. In 2004, we 
created the Millennium Challenge Corporation to provide increased aid to 
nations that govern justly, invest in the education and health of their 
people, and promote economic freedom. We are working with the citizens 
of the Pan American community to expand economic opportunity through 
debt relief and to encourage reforms through such mechanisms as the 
North America Free Trade Agreement, the Chile Free Trade Agreement, and 
the Dominican Republic-Central America-United States Free Trade 
Agreement. These agreements facilitate the flow of trade and help 
establish market economies. We have also recently notified the Congress 
of our intention to enter into a free trade agreement with Panama and 
signed free trade agreements with Peru and Colombia. These agreements 
will generate export opportunities for the United States and benefit the 
people of Panama, Peru, and Colombia by providing economic opportunity 
and helping to strengthen democratic institutions. By working with our 
democratic neighbors to build strong and vibrant economies, we are 
helping the citizens of the Western Hemisphere realize the promise of a 
free and just society.

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The ties between the democratic nations of the Western Hemisphere are 
deep and lasting, and together we can continue our great strides toward 
freedom and prosperity for people everywhere.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim April 14, 2007, as Pan 
American Day and April 8 through April 14, 2007, as Pan American Week. I 
urge the Governors of the 50 States, the Governor of the Commonwealth of 
Puerto Rico, and the officials of other areas under the flag of the 
United States of America to honor these observances with appropriate 
ceremonies and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fifth day of April, 
in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the Independence of 
the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-first.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8121 of April 5, 2007

National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

The men and women of the United States Armed Forces have made great 
sacrifices to defend our Nation. They have triumphed over brutal 
enemies, liberated continents, and answered the prayers of millions 
around the globe. On National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day, we 
honor the brave individuals who put service above self and were taken 
captive while protecting America and advancing the cause of freedom.
Throughout our Nation's conflicts, American prisoners of war have defied 
ruthless enemies and endured tremendous hardships as they braved 
captivity. Their strength showed the power and resilience of the 
American spirit and the indomitable character of our men and women in 
uniform. Their sacrifices are a great example of courage, devotion, and 
love of country.
Our Nation's former prisoners of war have helped secure the priceless 
gift of freedom for all our citizens, and we will always be grateful to 
them and their families. On National Former Prisoner of War Recognition 
Day and throughout the year, we honor the American heroes who have been 
taken as prisoners of war and remember their legacy of bravery and 
selflessness.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim April 9, 2007, as National 
Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day. I call upon the people of the 
United States to join me in honoring the service and sacrifices of all 
American prisoners of war. I call upon Federal, State, and local 
government officials and private organizations to observe this day with 
appropriate ceremonies and activities.

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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fifth day of April, 
in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the Independence of 
the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-first.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8122 of April 6, 2007

400th Anniversary of Jamestown, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

Four centuries ago, after a long journey, a small group of colonists 
stepped boldly onto the shores of the New World and established the 
first permanent English settlement in North America. During the 400th 
anniversary of Jamestown, America honors the early pioneers whose epic 
of endurance and courage started the story of our Nation.
The ideals that distinguish and guide the United States today trace back 
to the Virginia settlement where free enterprise, the rule of law, and 
the spirit of discovery took hold in the hearts and practices of the 
American people. Noble institutions and grand traditions were 
established in Jamestown. Amid tremendous difficulties, a determined few 
worked the land and expanded into the wilderness. Without knowing it, 
the colonists who built communities at Jamestown laid the foundation for 
a Nation that would become the ultimate symbol and force for freedom 
throughout the entire world.
Much has changed in the 400 years since that three-sided fort was raised 
on the banks of the James River. Today, we are a strong and growing 
Nation of more than 300 million, and we are blessed to live in a land of 
plenty during a time of great prosperity. The long struggle that started 
at Jamestown has inspired generations of Americans. Advancing the right 
to live, work, and worship in liberty is the mission that created our 
country, the honorable achievement of our ancestors, and the calling of 
our time.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim 2007 as the 400th 
Anniversary of Jamestown. I encourage all Americans to commemorate this 
milestone by honoring the courage of those who came before us, 
participating in appropriate programs and celebrations, and visiting 
this historic site with family and friends.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this sixth day of April, 
in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the Independence of 
the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-first.
GEORGE W. BUSH

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Proclamation 8123 of April 11, 2007

National D.A.R.E. Day, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

Each year, Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) teaches millions 
of children across our country how to resist drugs and violence. On 
National D.A.R.E. Day, we honor the individuals who help our Nation's 
young people avoid the dangers of substance abuse and become productive 
citizens.
For more than two decades, D.A.R.E. programs have taught America's youth 
about the devastating effects of drug use and encouraged them to lead 
drug-free and violence-free lives of purpose. By opening the lines of 
communication between law enforcement, educators, and students, all 
those involved in D.A.R.E. help save lives and stop drug use before it 
starts.
My Administration is dedicated to fighting drug use throughout our 
country. The National Youth Anti-Drug Media Campaign is working with the 
Partnership for a Drug-Free America to teach our youth about resisting 
the pressure to use drugs. Additionally, the Helping America's Youth 
initiative, led by First Lady Laura Bush, encourages community 
partnerships that bring together families, faith-based and community 
organizations, and schools to help make a positive impact on the lives 
of young people. Through the Strategic Prevention Framework and the Drug 
Free Communities Program, we are also helping communities to develop 
effective local strategies to prevent substance abuse. By working 
together, we can reduce illicit drug use and help every child realize 
the promise of our country.
Youth development programs like D.A.R.E. encourage our Nation's children 
to make healthy choices that lead to a better future. This year's 
National D.A.R.E. day is an opportunity to renew our commitment to 
building strong, drug-free communities.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim April 12, 2007, as 
National D.A.R.E. Day. I urge all young people to make good decisions 
and call upon all Americans to recognize our collective responsibility 
to combat every form of drug abuse and to support all those who work to 
help our children avoid drug use and violence.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eleventh day of 
April, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
first.
GEORGE W. BUSH

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Proclamation 8124 of April 11, 2007

Thomas Jefferson Day, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

On Thomas Jefferson Day, we commemorate the birthday of a monumental 
figure whose place in our Nation's history will always be cherished. 
Thomas Jefferson was a scholar, statesman, author, architect, and 
patriot, and today we celebrate his many accomplishments and lasting 
legacy.
Thomas Jefferson continues to capture our imagination because our 
country still echoes his ideals. In 1776, as a young lawyer from 
Virginia, he drafted the Declaration of Independence for the Continental 
Congress and articulated the American creed. From that document was born 
a Nation with a message of hope--that all men are created equal and 
meant to be free. The words Jefferson penned were a bold statement of 
revolutionary principles, and they have lifted the lives of millions in 
America and around the world.
As the third President of the United States, Jefferson worked to realize 
the vision he held for our young democracy. He signed legislation in 
1802 that established the United States Military Academy at West Point, 
New York, and began the great tradition of service academies that have 
contributed immensely to the defense of our freedom. He believed in the 
possibility of westward expansion, doubling the size of our Nation with 
the Louisiana Purchase and encouraging the Lewis and Clark Expedition to 
help open the unknown West for future development.
Thomas Jefferson served his fellow citizens in many other important 
roles, including Governor of Virginia, Secretary of State, and 
Ambassador to France. Yet, of his many accomplishments, Thomas Jefferson 
will always be remembered for his belief in liberty and in the ability 
of citizens to govern their own country and their own lives. As we 
celebrate his birthday, we are proud that the Nation he helped establish 
remains free, independent, and true to the ideals of our founding. 
Today, the United States of America is the world's foremost champion of 
liberty, moving forward with confidence and strength, and an example to 
the world of what free people can achieve.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim April 13, 2007, 
as Thomas Jefferson Day. I encourage all citizens to join in celebrating 
the achievements of this extraordinary American, reflecting on his 
words, and learning more about his influence on our history and ideals.
 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eleventh day of 
April, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
first.
GEORGE W. BUSH

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Proclamation 8125 of April 11, 2007

National Volunteer Week, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

During National Volunteer Week, we celebrate the spirit of service in 
America and honor those who demonstrate the great character of our 
country through acts of kindness, generosity, and compassion.
Throughout the history of America, volunteers and civic organizations 
have helped extend the blessings of liberty and opportunity to our 
citizens. People across our Nation answer the universal call to love 
their neighbor by giving their time, talents, and energy to comfort 
those in despair, support others in need, and change lives for the 
better. The optimism and determination of our country's volunteers 
reflect the true spirit and strength of our Nation.
My Administration encourages Americans to seize the opportunity to help 
someone in need. Individuals can find ways to serve in communities 
throughout our Nation by visiting the USA Freedom Corps website at 
volunteer.gov. The USA Freedom Corps works to rally America's armies of 
compassion and bring together individuals and faith-based and community 
organizations committed to volunteer service. These efforts are helping 
to build a culture of service, citizenship, and responsibility across 
our country.
America's volunteers demonstrate that the strength of our Nation lies in 
the hearts and souls of our citizens. During National Volunteer Week, we 
recognize all those who have touched the lives of others with their 
kindness and who have made our country a better place by helping their 
fellow Americans.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim April 15 through April 21, 
2007, as National Volunteer Week. I call upon all Americans to recognize 
and celebrate the important work that volunteers do every day throughout 
our country. I also encourage citizens to explore ways to help their 
neighbors in need and serve a cause greater than themselves.
 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eleventh day of 
April, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
first.
GEORGE W. BUSH

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Proclamation 8126 of April 17, 2007

Honoring the Victims of the Tragedy at Virginia Tech

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

Our Nation grieves with those who have lost loved ones at Virginia Tech. 
We hold the victims in our hearts. We lift them up in our prayers, and 
we ask a loving God to comfort those who are suffering.
As a mark of respect for the victims of the senseless acts of violence 
perpetrated on Monday, April 16, 2007, by the authority vested in me as 
President of the United States by the Constitution and the laws of the 
United States of America, I hereby order that the flag of the United 
States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and upon all 
public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, 
and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of 
Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and 
possessions until sunset, Sunday, April 22, 2007. I also direct that the 
flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same length of time at all 
United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other 
facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels 
and stations.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this seventeenth day of 
April, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
first.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8127 of April 19, 2007

Small Business Week, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

During Small Business Week, we honor small business owners and workers 
for their important role in ensuring that America remains the economic 
leader of the world. Every day, our Nation's small businesses help 
enhance the lives of our citizens and lead the way in an economy 
distinguished by low unemployment, sustained job creation, and one of 
the fastest growth rates of any major industrialized nation.
To help extend our Nation's prosperity, my Administration is committed 
to continuing the pro-growth economic policies that encourage enterprise 
and make America the best place in the world to do business. Our economy 
has created more than 7 million new jobs since major tax relief was 
enacted in 2003, and we are working to keep taxes low to help small 
businesses continue to expand. We are taking steps to make health care 
more affordable and available for small business owners and employees by 
encouraging Health Savings Accounts, supporting Association Health Plans 
legislation, and proposing a standard tax deduction for health 
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My Administration is also committed to ensuring that small businesses 
can compete in the global economy.
By continuing to expand trade, we can open new markets for American 
products, lower prices for consumers, and create better American jobs.
 Small businesses are the lifeblood of cities and towns across the 
country, and we salute small business owners, entrepreneurs, and 
employees for enhancing our communities and expanding opportunities for 
all. The hard work and ingenuity of our Nation's small business men and 
women are helping to sustain America's economic strength.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim April 22 through April 28, 
2007, as Small Business Week. I call upon the people of the United 
States to observe this week with appropriate ceremonies, activities, and 
programs that celebrate the accomplishments of small business owners and 
their employees and encourage the development of new small businesses.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this nineteenth day of 
April, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
first.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8128 of April 19, 2007

Dutch-American Friendship Day, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

On Dutch-American Friendship Day, we celebrate our longtime friendship 
with the Kingdom of the Netherlands and honor the many Dutch Americans 
who have made significant contributions to our country.
Our close partnership with the Netherlands dates back to the founding of 
our Nation, and it remains among our oldest continuous relationships. 
Many of the Pilgrims first sailed for the New World from a Dutch port, 
and when a small American warship approached the island of St. Eustatius 
in 1776, the Dutch port there gave the American flag its first friendly 
gun salute. A few years later, the Netherlands became one of the first 
nations to recognize the independence of the United States of America. 
The United States and the Netherlands are continuing that tradition of 
close cooperation in the 21st century, working together to bring hope 
and liberty to places where it has long been denied.
Dutch Americans have enriched the American experience and have helped 
write our history, strengthen our character, and shape our society. 
Today, we pay tribute to our allies in the Netherlands and recognize the 
proud citizens of Dutch ancestry who call America home.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim April 19, 2007, as Dutch-

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American Friendship Day. I encourage all Americans to celebrate our 
country's Dutch heritage and the many ways Dutch Americans have 
strengthened our Nation.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this nineteenth day of 
April, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
first.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8129 of April 20, 2007

National Day of Prayer, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

A prayerful spirit has always been an important part of our national 
character, and it is a force that has guided the American people, given 
us strength, and sustained us in moments of joy and in times of 
challenge. On this National Day of Prayer, we acknowledge God's grace 
and ask for His continued guidance in the life of our Nation.
Americans of many faiths and traditions share a common belief that God 
hears the prayers of His children and shows grace to those who seek Him. 
Following the tragedy at Virginia Tech, in towns all across America, in 
houses of worship from every faith, Americans have joined together to 
pray for the lives that were lost and for their families, friends, and 
loved ones. We hold the victims in our hearts and pray for those who 
suffer and grieve. There is a power in these prayers, and we can find 
comfort in the grace and guidance of a loving God.
At this important time in our history, we also pray for the brave 
members of our Armed Forces and their families. We pray for their 
safety, for the recovery of the wounded, and for the peace we all seek.
The Congress, by Public Law 100-307, as amended, has called on our 
Nation to reaffirm the role of prayer in our society and to respect the 
freedom of religion by recognizing each year a ``National Day of 
Prayer.''
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, do hereby proclaim May 3, 2007, as a National Day of Prayer. I 
ask the citizens of our Nation to give thanks, each according to his or 
her own faith, for the freedoms and blessings we have received and for 
God's continued guidance, comfort, and protection. I invite all 
Americans to join in observing this day with appropriate programs, 
ceremonies, and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twentieth day of 
April, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
first.
GEORGE W. BUSH

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Proclamation 8130 of April 20, 2007

National Crime Victims' Rights Week, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

National Crime Victims' Rights Week is an opportunity to underscore our 
commitment to protecting the rights of crime victims and to recognize 
those who bring hope and healing to these individuals and their 
families. During this week, we especially remember and mourn the victims 
of the senseless acts of violence at Virginia Tech. A grieving Nation 
honors the innocent lives lost in this tragedy, and we pray for the 
families of the victims.
My Administration is committed to helping safeguard our communities and 
to ensuring that the rights of those who have been victimized by crime 
are protected. My Family Justice Center Initiative, announced in 2003, 
is now providing assistance and services for victims of domestic 
violence at centers nationwide. Additionally, last year I signed into 
law the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act of 2006, which helps 
protect our youth by increasing the penalties for crimes against 
children and creating a National Child Abuse Registry. My Administration 
also supports a Crime Victims' Rights Amendment to the Constitution to 
further protect the basic rights of crime victims.
During National Crime Victims' Rights Week and throughout the year, we 
remember and are grateful to our Nation's victim service providers, 
volunteers, law enforcement, and community organizations that support 
victims of crime through their commitment and compassion. To find out 
more information about victims' rights and volunteer opportunities, 
individuals may visit www.crimevictims.gov. Together, we can help ensure 
that crime victims have the rights and protections they deserve.
NOW, THEREFORE I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim April 22 through April 28, 
2007, as National Crime Victims' Rights Week. I encourage all Americans 
to help raise awareness and promote the cause of victims' rights in 
their communities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twentieth day of 
April, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
first.
GEORGE W. BUSH

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Proclamation 8131 of April 20, 2007

National Park Week, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

Americans take great pride in our country's natural beauty, and our 
Nation is blessed to have a park system of more than 80 million acres 
that belongs to us all. During National Park Week, we underscore our 
dedication to conserving these national treasures, and we pay tribute to 
the dedicated employees and volunteers of the National Park Service who 
care for them.
Established in 1916, the National Park Service now oversees a National 
Park System that has grown to include almost 400 sites, with parks in 
nearly every State. These parks protect beautiful landscapes, tell 
important stories about our country's past, and encourage our citizens 
to conserve our natural environment and celebrate our national history. 
They are places to learn, exercise, and spend time with family and 
friends. Through her work with the Junior Rangers and the National Park 
Foundation, First Lady Laura Bush and others are working to expand 
access to the riches of our parks.
In anticipation of the 100th anniversary of the National Park Service in 
2016, my Administration has launched the National Parks Centennial 
Initiative. The initiative calls upon government, the private sector, 
and our citizenry to share in an effort to help prepare our parks for 
another century of conservation, preservation, and enjoyment. We will 
work to enhance park habitats, expand visitor services, increase 
educational opportunities, implement new technologies, and hire 
additional seasonal park rangers. By maintaining and improving our park 
system, we can ensure that our national parks will thrive for the next 
100 years and beyond.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim April 22 through April 29, 
2007, as National Park Week. This year's theme is ``Your National Parks: 
Explore, Learn, and Protect.'' I invite all my fellow citizens to join 
me in celebrating America's national parks by visiting these wonderful 
spaces, discovering all they have to offer, and becoming active 
participants in park conservation.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twentieth day of 
April, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
first.
GEORGE W. BUSH

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Proclamation 8132 of April 24, 2007

Malaria Awareness Day, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

Americans are fortunate to live in a land that eliminated malaria 
decades ago. Today, our country helps fight this disease in Africa, 
because we believe in the timeless truth: To whom much is given, much is 
required. On Malaria Awareness Day, we renew our commitment to helping 
combat malaria in Africa and around the world.
Tragically, one child in Africa dies every 30 seconds from malaria, a 
disease that is highly treatable and preventable. To reduce malaria's 
mortality rate in the hardest-hit African countries, I announced the 
President's Malaria Initiative in 2005, a five-year, $1.2 billion 
program. At last year's White House Summit on Malaria, Laura and I were 
pleased to announce the expansion of this initiative to several 
additional countries. These efforts are making a difference, and 
millions of people have already benefited from insecticide-treated bed 
nets, indoor spraying, and anti-malaria medicine.
Across our Nation, Americans are answering the call to act. By simply 
donating an insecticide-treated bed net, one individual can help save a 
life. For more information about how to help and for a list of 
humanitarian organizations, visit fightingmalaria.gov.
Americans are a compassionate people who care deeply about the plight of 
others and the future of our world, and we can all be proud of the work 
our Nation is doing to fight disease and despair. By standing with the 
people of Africa in the fight against malaria, we can help lift a burden 
of unnecessary suffering, provide hope and health, and forge lasting 
friendships.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim April 25, 2007, as Malaria 
Awareness Day. I encourage Americans to answer the universal call to 
love a neighbor and join in our goal of eradicating malaria on the 
African continent.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-fourth day 
of April, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
first.
GEORGE W. BUSH

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Proclamation 8133 of April 26, 2007

Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

During Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month, we honor the many 
contributions citizens of Asian and Pacific Island ancestry have made to 
our great land.
The millions of Americans who trace their origins to nations in the 
Asian/Pacific region have enriched America. The entrepreneurship and 
innovation of Asian/Pacific Americans have strengthened our economy. 
Asian/Pacific Americans enrich our Nation with their strong values of 
love of family and community. Many Asian/Pacific Americans are serving 
the cause of freedom and peace around the world, and our Nation is 
grateful for their service. These good men and women defend our safety 
and contribute to the character and greatness of America.
To honor the achievements and contributions of Asian/Pacific Americans, 
the Congress, by Public Law 102-450, as amended, has designated the 
month of May each year as ``Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month.''
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, do hereby proclaim May 2007 as Asian/Pacific American Heritage 
Month. I call upon the people of the United States to learn more about 
the history of Asian/Pacific Americans and their many contributions to 
our Nation and to observe this month with appropriate programs and 
activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-sixth day of 
April, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
first.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8134 of April 27, 2007

National Charter Schools Week, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

Across our country, charter schools are providing quality education for 
America's students. During National Charter Schools Week, we recognize 
the important contributions of charter schools and underscore our 
commitment to ensuring that all children receive the education they need 
to lead lives of purpose and success.
Charter schools are public schools that provide families with a valuable 
educational alternative. Because they are not bound by many regulatory 
requirements, charter schools have the flexibility to innovate in ways 
that will best meet students' academic needs. Today, there are about 
4,000 charter schools in 40 States and the District of Columbia helping 
more than one million students realize their full potential.

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My Administration is dedicated to providing parents with more choices so 
that their children will have the best opportunity to gain the skills 
necessary to compete and succeed in the global economy. Through the No 
Child Left Behind Act, we are setting high standards, expanding parents' 
options, and closing the achievement gap. Charter schools are getting 
results and helping guide children across the country on the path to a 
better life.
This week we thank educational entrepreneurs for supporting charter 
schools, and we honor all those involved in charter schools for helping 
their students reach high expectations.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim April 29 through May 5, 
2007, as National Charter Schools Week. I applaud our Nation's charter 
schools and all those who make them a success, and I call on parents of 
charter school students to share their success stories and help 
Americans understand more about the important work of charter schools.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-seventh day 
of April, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
first.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8135 of April 27, 2007

Law Day, U.S.A., 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

Our Nation is built upon the rule of law and guided by our founding 
promise of freedom, equality, and justice for all. Law Day is an 
opportunity to celebrate the Constitution and the laws that protect our 
rights and liberties and to recognize our responsibility as citizens to 
uphold the values of a free and just society.
Generations of Americans have served the cause of justice and shaped our 
legal institutions to ensure that the blessings of liberty extend to 
every citizen. The men and women of America's legal community have 
worked to defend the Constitution, protect the innocent, and secure the 
rights of their fellow citizens. Their efforts have helped make our 
Nation a shining example of justice.
America's faith in the rule of law has endured through the centuries. 
Today, we strive to prepare our next generation of leaders to carry on 
America's tradition of freedom and democracy. The theme of this year's 
Law Day, ``Liberty Under Law: Empowering Youth, Assuring Democracy,'' 
highlights the importance of teaching our young people about the vital 
role they can play in our democratic society. We all have a duty to help 
our youth become responsible citizens by promoting the virtues that 
sustain our democracy and fostering a deeper understanding and respect 
for our Constitution and laws. These young men and women will shape the 
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of our country, and their spirit and character will help promote 
justice, equality, and opportunity throughout our country.
The strength of our legal system requires the ongoing commitment of 
every citizen. As we observe Law Day, we celebrate our Nation's legal 
heritage and honor those who work to advance the cause of justice.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, in accordance with Public Law 87-20, as amended, do hereby 
proclaim May 1, 2007, as Law Day, U.S.A. I call upon all the people of 
the United States to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and 
activities. I also call upon Government officials to display the flag of 
the United States in support of this national observance.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-seventh day 
of April, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
first.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8136 of April 30, 2007

Jewish American Heritage Month, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

The faith and hard work of Jewish Americans have played an integral role 
in shaping the cultural fabric of America. During Jewish American 
Heritage Month, we celebrate the vital contributions of Jewish Americans 
to our Nation.
Throughout our history, Jewish Americans have contributed to the 
strength of our country and the preservation of our values. The talent 
and imagination of these citizens have helped our Nation prosper, and 
their efforts continue to remind us of America's gift of religious 
freedom and the blessings of God's steadfast love. Jewish Americans have 
worked to promote civil rights and build bridges of mutual understanding 
among the world's religions. Their deep commitment to faith and strong 
ties to family enrich our country and set a positive example for others.
This month is also a time to recognize the sacrifices of Jewish 
Americans who serve our Nation in the Armed Forces. These brave men and 
women are dedicated to freedom's cause, and all those who live in 
freedom live in their debt.
Jewish American Heritage Month is an opportunity to honor the 
accomplishments of Jewish-American citizens and to remember that our 
Nation is a melting pot of cultures. I join all Americans in celebrating 
the rich Jewish heritage and the many ways Jewish Americans contribute 
to a bright future for our country.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim May 2007 as Jewish 
American Heritage Month. I call upon all Americans to observe this month 
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appropriate programs and activities to honor Jewish Americans across the 
country.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirtieth day of 
April, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
first.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8137 of April 30, 2007

Loyalty Day, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

America was founded by patriots who risked their lives to bring freedom 
to our Nation. Today, our citizens are grateful for our Founding Fathers 
and confident in the principles that lead us forward. On Loyalty Day, we 
celebrate the blessings of freedom and remember our responsibility to 
continue our legacy of liberty.
Our Nation has never been united simply by blood, birth, or soil, but 
instead has always been united by the ideals that move us beyond our 
background and teach us what it means to be Americans. We believe deeply 
in freedom and self-government, values embodied in our cherished 
documents and defended by our troops over the course of generations. Our 
citizens hold the truths of our founding close to their hearts and 
demonstrate their loyalty in countless ways. We are inspired by the 
patriotic service of the men and women who wear our Nation's uniform 
with honor and decency. The military spouses and families who stand by 
their loved ones represent the best of the American spirit, and we are 
profoundly grateful for their sacrifice. Our country is strengthened by 
the millions of volunteers who show deep compassion toward their 
neighbors in need. All citizens can express their loyalty to the United 
States by flying the flag, participating in our democracy, and learning 
more about our country's grand story of courage and simple dream of 
dignity.
The Congress, by Public Law 85-529, as amended, has designated May 1 of 
each year as ``Loyalty Day.'' This Loyalty Day, and throughout the year, 
I ask all Americans to join me in reaffirming our allegiance to our 
Nation.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, do hereby proclaim May 1, 2007, as Loyalty Day. I call upon the 
people of the United States to participate in this national observance 
and to display the flag of the United States on Loyalty Day as a symbol 
of pride in our Nation.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirtieth day of 
April, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
first.
GEORGE W. BUSH

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Proclamation 8138 of May 1, 2007

National Physical Fitness and Sports Month, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

National Physical Fitness and Sports Month is an opportunity to educate 
Americans about the importance of healthy habits and regular physical 
activity. During this annual observance, we renew our commitment to 
helping keep our citizens physically active, and we recognize the value 
of incorporating exercise and sports into our daily lives.
Regular physical activity is vital to good health. By maintaining an 
active lifestyle, citizens can reduce their risk of developing chronic 
health conditions. Participating in outdoor activities and individual or 
team sports helps promote physical fitness. These activities also teach 
young people important life lessons, including teamwork, patience, and 
discipline.
My Administration is committed to helping ensure the good health of all 
Americans. This year is the fifth anniversary of the HealthierUS 
initiative, which helps Americans improve their personal health and 
fitness and prevent disease. The President's Council on Physical Fitness 
and Sports is spreading the message that a healthy America is a country 
that is physically active. Additionally, this year the Department of 
Health and Human Services and its partners launched a public awareness 
campaign to promote exercise and eating well to America's youth. This 
campaign encourages kids to ``Be a Player: Get Up and Play an Hour a 
Day.'' To find out other ways to improve health, Americans can visit 
fitness.gov or presidentschallenge.org. By making physical fitness a 
priority, our citizens can help prevent disease and live healthier 
lives.
NOW, THEREFORE I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim May 2007 as National 
Physical Fitness and Sports Month. I call upon my fellow citizens to 
participate in athletic activities and make physical fitness a priority 
in their lives. I also encourage individuals, schools, and communities 
to celebrate this month with appropriate activities and programs.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this first day of May, 
in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the Independence of 
the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-first.
GEORGE W. BUSH

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Proclamation 8139 of May 1, 2007

Older Americans Month, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

During Older Americans Month, we pay tribute to our senior citizens for 
the many ways they strengthen our Nation. Our country is blessed by 
their compassionate acts, the wisdom of their experiences, and the 
patriotism they demonstrate.
This year's theme, ``Older Americans: Making Choices for a Healthier 
Future,'' underscores the importance of making informed decisions 
regarding lifestyle and personal health. The President's Council on 
Physical Fitness and Sports encourages seniors to engage in physical 
activity through a program called the President's Challenge. By 
recognizing the importance of staying active, in conjunction with 
nutritious eating and proper medical care, older Americans can improve 
heart health, slow bone loss, and lengthen lives. By making an effort to 
enhance their quality of life, older Americans inspire younger 
generations to appreciate the benefits of a healthy lifestyle.
My Administration is working to modernize the Medicare system and 
provide better prescription drug coverage and health care so seniors 
have more choices and improved care. This year, I proposed a standard 
tax deduction for those who purchase private health insurance. The 
Medicare Prescription Drug, Improvement, and Modernization Act of 2003 
and the Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit, Medicare Part D, help 
seniors receive the medical services and the prescription drugs they 
need at more affordable prices.
This month, we honor older Americans for demonstrating the spirit of our 
Nation through their positive attitude, strong work ethic, and personal 
character. America will always be grateful for the legacy of 
responsibility and service they are leaving to future generations.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim May 2007 as Older 
Americans Month. I commend older Americans for the many contributions 
they make to our Nation. I also commend the Federal, State, local, and 
tribal organizations, service and health care providers, caregivers, and 
volunteers who dedicate their time and talents to our seniors. I 
encourage all citizens to honor their elders, care for those in need, 
and reaffirm our country's commitment to older Americans this month and 
throughout the year.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this first day of May, 
in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the Independence of 
the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-first.
GEORGE W. BUSH

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Proclamation 8140 of May 7, 2007

Mother's Day, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

Motherhood is one of the most cherished and valued roles in our society. 
On Mother's Day, we pay tribute to these dedicated women who give 
unconditional love and guidance to their children.
A mother's work requires extraordinary patience and compassion, and her 
example influences the formation of young lives. President Gerald Ford 
wrote that ``there is no undertaking more challenging, no responsibility 
more awesome, than that of being a mother.'' Mothers make great 
sacrifices and serve as caregivers and role models to help their 
children embrace dreams and aspirations. From these remarkable women, 
children learn character and values, the importance of giving back to 
their communities, and the courage to realize their potential. Mothers 
of military personnel provide support and encouragement while their sons 
and daughters defend our freedom in places far from home, and many 
mothers bring honor to the uniform of the United States while working to 
lay the foundations of peace for generations to come.
The bond between mothers and their children is one defined by love. As a 
mother's prayers for her children are unending, so are the wisdom, 
grace, and strength they provide to their children. On Mother's Day, we 
are reminded of the great debt we owe to our Nation's mothers for their 
love and devotion to their sacred duty.
To honor mothers, the Congress, by a joint resolution approved May 8, 
1914, as amended (38 Stat. 770), has designated the second Sunday in May 
each year as ``Mother's Day'' and has requested the President to call 
for its appropriate observance. Throughout the year, and especially on 
this day, America's sons and daughters honor our mothers and celebrate 
their selfless gift of love.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, do hereby proclaim May 13, 2007, as Mother's Day. I encourage 
all Americans to show their gratitude and love to mothers for making a 
difference in the lives of their children, families, and communities. I 
call upon citizens to observe this day with appropriate programs, 
ceremonies, and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this seventh day of May, 
in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the Independence of 
the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-first.
GEORGE W. BUSH

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Proclamation 8141 of May 9, 2007

Military Spouse Day, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

America's military spouses inspire our Nation with their sense of duty 
and deep devotion to our country. On Military Spouse Day, we honor the 
husbands and wives of those who wear the uniform of the Armed Forces of 
the United States.
The husbands and wives of our service members have made significant 
sacrifices for freedom's cause, and they are an integral part of the 
success of our Armed Forces. Spouses may endure long periods of 
separation and frequent relocations, and they often set aside their own 
personal and professional ambitions for the benefit of their family and 
the Nation. Despite tremendous personal challenges, military spouses 
maintain everyday life for their families here at home, while sending 
love, prayers, encouraging words, and care packages to their loved ones 
stationed around the globe.
On behalf of a grateful Nation, we salute our Nation's military spouses. 
For ways to support our troops, their spouses, and their families, visit 
americasupportsyou.mil.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim May 11, 2007, as Military 
Spouse Day. I call upon the people of the United States to observe this 
day with appropriate ceremonies and activities and by expressing their 
gratitude to the husbands and wives of those serving in the United 
States Armed Forces.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this ninth day of May, 
in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the Independence of 
the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-first.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8142 of May 10, 2007

National Defense Transportation Day and National Transportation Week, 
2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

Our Nation's transportation infrastructure is vital to our security, 
competitiveness, and prosperity and is critical to the everyday lives of 
our citizens. On National Defense Transportation Day and during National 
Transportation Week, we salute those in the transportation industry who 
work to help keep our Nation safe and moving.

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America is strengthened by transportation that helps to safely and 
efficiently transport our troops, deliver supplies, and serve in 
emergency situations. My Administration is committed to maintaining and 
modernizing our vast transportation infrastructure to serve the 
country's needs now and in the future. We continue to improve the safety 
and security of our roads, bridges, seaports, mass transit systems, 
airports, airplanes, and pipelines. Protecting our transportation 
systems increases safety for all our citizens and helps sustain our 
economy.
In addition to keeping Americans safe, our transportation system is 
critical to our citizens' everyday lives. Americans depend on our safe, 
reliable, and efficient infrastructure to travel for work or pleasure. 
Through the Department of Transportation, we are working to reduce 
congestion and improve the performance of America's transportation 
system.
There are many transportation professionals and military service members 
across our Nation who work to help ensure that our transportation 
systems run smoothly and continue to protect our homeland. We are 
grateful for their dedication and service, and we recognize their 
important contributions to making America's transportation system the 
strongest and most reliable in the world.
To recognize the men and women who work in the transportation industry 
and who contribute to our Nation's well-being and defense, the Congress, 
by joint resolution approved May 16, 1957, as amended (36 U.S.C. 120), 
has designated the third Friday in May of each year as ``National 
Defense Transportation Day,'' and, by joint resolution approved May 14, 
1962, as amended (36 U.S.C. 133), declared that the week during which 
that Friday falls be designated as ``National Transportation Week.''
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, do hereby proclaim Friday, May 18, 2007, as National Defense 
Transportation Day and May 13 through May 19, 2007, as National 
Transportation Week. I encourage all Americans to learn how our modern 
transportation system contributes to the security of our citizens and 
the prosperity of our country and to celebrate these observances with 
appropriate ceremonies and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this tenth day of May, 
in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the Independence of 
the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-first.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8143 of May 10, 2007

National Safe Boating Week, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

Millions of Americans take advantage of and participate in the special 
beauty of our Nation's waterways. During National Safe Boating Week, we 
renew our commitment to raising awareness about the importance of making 
safe and sound boating decisions on the water.

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America's rivers, lakes, and oceans are wonderful places for boaters to 
gather with friends and family while enjoying the outdoors. As they do 
so, it is important that individuals avoid risky behaviors that can lead 
to boating accidents. Factors such as careless and reckless operation, 
inattention, and excessive speed contribute to accidents. To help ensure 
that individuals stay safe on America's waterways, the United States 
Coast Guard urges citizens to take basic safety precautions such as 
wearing a life jacket, participating in a boat safety course, getting a 
free vessel check, and never boating under the influence of alcohol or 
drugs. By practicing responsible boating habits, citizens can help 
contribute to a safer, more enjoyable experience on the water.
In recognition of the importance of safe boating practices, the 
Congress, by joint resolution approved June 4, 1958 (36 U.S.C. 131), as 
amended, has authorized and requested the President to proclaim annually 
the 7-day period prior to Memorial Day weekend as ``National Safe 
Boating Week.''
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, do hereby proclaim May 19 through May 25, 2007, as National 
Safe Boating Week. I encourage the Governors of the 50 States and the 
Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and officials of other areas subject to the 
jurisdiction of the United States, to join in observing this week. I 
also urge all Americans to learn more about safe boating practices and 
always engage in proper and responsible conduct while on the water.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this tenth day of May, 
in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the Independence of 
the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-first.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8144 of May 11, 2007

Peace Officers Memorial Day and Police Week, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

In every American community, committed law enforcement officers watch 
over our neighborhoods and work to make our Nation a safer, more 
peaceful place. As we observe Peace Officers Memorial Day and Police 
Week, we honor the men and women who serve the cause of justice, and we 
pay tribute to those who have lost their lives in the line of duty.
By taking an oath to serve and protect their fellow citizens, law 
enforcement officers answer a vital calling and accept a profound 
responsibility. These extraordinary Americans work to uphold our laws 
and serve on the front lines in the fight against crime and terrorism.
We owe a lasting debt to those who sacrificed their lives while serving 
and protecting our fellow citizens. These fallen officers live on in our 
national memory as Americans whose courage and commitment have shown the 
true meaning of heroism. We offer our respect and prayers to their loved 
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On Peace Officers Memorial Day and during Police Week, we recognize and 
honor the service and sacrifice of the men and women whose devotion to 
duty brings honor to our system of justice and makes America a better 
place.
By a joint resolution approved October 1, 1962, as amended, (76 Stat. 
676), the Congress has authorized and requested the President to 
designate May 15 of each year as ``Peace Officers Memorial Day'' and the 
week in which it falls as ``Police Week,'' and by Public Law 103-322, as 
amended, (36 U.S.C. 136), has directed that the flag be flown at half 
staff on Peace Officers Memorial Day.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, do hereby proclaim May 15, 2007, as Peace Officers Memorial Day 
and May 13 through May 19, 2007, as Police Week. I call on all Americans 
to observe these events with appropriate ceremonies and activities. I 
also call on Governors of the United States and the Commonwealth of 
Puerto Rico, as well as appropriate officials of all units of 
government, to direct that the flag be flown at half staff on Peace 
Officers Memorial Day. I further encourage all Americans to display the 
flag at half staff from their homes and businesses on that day.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eleventh day of 
May, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the Independence 
of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-first.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8145 of May 15, 2007

Prayer for Peace, Memorial Day, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

On Memorial Day, Americans pause with solemn gratitude and deep respect 
for all our fallen service men and women who have given their lives for 
our country and our freedom.
Through the generations, the courageous and selfless patriots of our 
Armed Forces have secured our liberty and borne its great and precious 
cost. When it has mattered most, patriots from every corner of our 
Nation have taken up arms to uphold the ideals that make our country a 
beacon of hope and freedom for the entire world. By answering the call 
of duty with valor and unrelenting determination, they have set a 
standard of courage and idealism that inspires us all.
All Americans honor the memory of the lives that have been lost in 
defense of our freedom. Our Nation mourns them, and their example of 
strength and perseverance gives us resolve. We are also thankful to 
those who have stood by our service men and women in times of war and 
times of peace.
Today, the members of our Armed Forces follow in a proud tradition 
handed down to them by the heroes that served before them. They are 
protecting our Nation, advancing the blessings of freedom, and laying 
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foundation for a more peaceful tomorrow through service that exemplifies 
the good and decent character of our Nation. America is grateful to all 
those who have worn the uniform of the Armed Forces of the United 
States, and we will never forget their sacrifices for our liberty.
On Memorial Day, we honor all those who have fallen by remembering their 
noble sacrifice for freedom. We also pray for our troops, their 
families, and for the peace we all seek.
In respect for their devotion to America, the Congress, by a joint 
resolution approved on May 11, 1950, as amended (64 Stat. 158), has 
requested the President to issue a proclamation calling on the people of 
the United States to observe each Memorial Day as a day of prayer for 
permanent peace and designating a period on that day when the people of 
the United States might unite in prayer. The Congress, by Public Law 
106-579, has also designated the minute beginning at 3:00 p.m. local 
time on that day as a time for all Americans to observe the National 
Moment of Remembrance.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, do hereby proclaim Memorial Day, May 28, 2007, as a day of 
prayer for permanent peace, and I designate the hour beginning in each 
locality at 11:00 a.m. of that day as a time to unite in prayer. I also 
ask all Americans to observe the National Moment of Remembrance 
beginning at 3:00 p.m., local time, on Memorial Day. I encourage the 
media to participate in these observances. I also request the Governors 
of the United States and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and the 
appropriate officials of all units of government, to direct that the 
flag be flown at half staff until noon on this Memorial Day on all 
buildings, grounds, and naval vessels throughout the United States, and 
in all areas under its jurisdiction and control. I also request the 
people of the United States to display the flag at half staff from their 
homes for the customary forenoon period.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fifteenth day of 
May, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the Independence 
of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-first.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8146 of May 18, 2007

National Hurricane Preparedness Week, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

Each year, millions of Americans living in coastal areas are faced with 
the hazards of hurricanes. As hurricane season approaches, National 
Hurricane Preparedness Week provides an opportunity to raise awareness 
of steps that can be taken to help protect our citizens, and their 
communities and property.
Hurricanes can be devastatingly powerful and include storm surge, high 
winds, tornadoes, and flooding. To reduce the potentially deadly effects 
of these storms, it is imperative for people in hurricane-prone areas to 
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for each type of hurricane hazard. Taking the time to develop a family 
disaster plan, create a disaster supply kit, and stay aware of current 
weather situations can improve preparedness and help save lives.
My Administration is committed to strengthening our Nation's ability to 
prepare for, respond to, and recover from these types of disasters. I've 
asked the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to find ways to 
provide better assistance to those affected by catastrophe. FEMA has 
enhanced coordination between all levels of government during times of 
crisis and, along with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric 
Administration, is helping raise awareness about the dangers of 
hurricanes. In addition, the Department of Homeland Security and FEMA 
provide Americans with important emergency preparation checklists and 
valuable resources about what to do after a disaster at ready.gov and 
fema.gov. By working together, citizens and Federal, State, local, and 
tribal officials can help safeguard lives and protect property.
Throughout the hurricane season, we are also grateful for the 
compassion, courage, and generosity of the volunteers and first 
responders who stand ready to help their neighbors in need. Their good 
hearts reflect the character of our Nation.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim May 20 through May 26, 
2007, as National Hurricane Preparedness Week. I call upon government 
agencies, private organizations, schools, and the media to share 
information about hurricane preparedness. I also urge all Americans 
living in vulnerable coastal areas of our Nation to take appropriate 
measures and precautions to protect themselves against the effects of 
hurricanes.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eighteenth day of 
May, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the Independence 
of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-first.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8147 of May 18, 2007

World Trade Week, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

World trade is essential to promoting global economic growth, 
development, freedom, and prosperity. During World Trade Week, we 
underscore our commitment to free and fair trade and acknowledge the 
benefits of open markets for our citizens and for people around the 
globe.
Trade creates wealth and opportunities, and United States engagement in 
the global economy has contributed to rising living standards throughout 
our country. Businesses that participate in international trade are more 
productive, have higher employment growth, and pay greater wages. 
Advancing free trade on a level playing field helps ensure that America 
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My Administration is committed to reducing barriers to trade, 
strengthening our strategic partnerships, and promoting economic growth 
throughout the world. At the beginning of my Administration, America had 
free trade agreements with three countries. Today, we have free trade 
agreements in force with 14 countries, creating benefits for American 
businesses, workers, and consumers. These trade agreements are 
particularly important for small and medium-sized companies to help them 
identify and take full advantage of new trade opportunities.
The United States continues to work with other nations in the World 
Trade Organization to complete the Doha Development Round, which has the 
potential to lift millions of people out of poverty. I have also called 
upon the Congress to extend Trade Promotion Authority so we can complete 
the Doha Round and continue to negotiate robust trade agreements. By 
working to expand trade, we open new markets for American products and 
services and help build free economies that can raise the standard of 
living for families.
NOW, THEREFORE I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim May 20 through May 26, 
2007, as World Trade Week. I encourage all Americans to observe this 
week with events, trade shows, and educational programs that celebrate 
the benefits of trade to our Nation and the global economy.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eighteenth day of 
May, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the Independence 
of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-first.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8148 of May 18, 2007

National Maritime Day, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

America has a proud maritime history, and the United States Merchant 
Marine has played a vital role in helping meet our country's economic 
and national security needs. On National Maritime Day, we honor merchant 
mariners for their dedication to promoting commerce and protecting our 
freedom.
During times of peace, the U.S. Merchant Marine helps ensure our 
economic security by keeping the oceans open to trade. Ships operated by 
merchant mariners transport goods across our Nation's waterways and on 
the high seas around the world to connect American businesses and 
consumers with valuable foreign markets and commodities. The skill and 
expertise of merchant mariners facilitates trade and helps to strengthen 
our economy.
In times of war, the Merchant Marine is the lifeline of our troops 
overseas. By carrying critical supplies, equipment, and personnel, 
merchant mariners provide essential support to our Armed Forces and help 
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of freedom. Today, merchant mariners are supporting operations in 
Afghanistan and Iraq, and their devotion to duty is a tribute to the 
generations of men and women who have served our Nation with courage and 
determination in every conflict in America's history. On this day, and 
throughout the year, America is grateful for their service.
In recognition of the importance of the U.S. Merchant Marine, the 
Congress, by joint resolution approved on May 20, 1933, as amended, has 
designated May 22 of each year as ``National Maritime Day,'' and has 
authorized and requested that the President issue an annual proclamation 
calling for its appropriate observance.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, do hereby proclaim May 22, 2007, as National Maritime Day. I 
call upon the people of the United States to mark this observance by 
honoring the service of merchant mariners and by displaying the flag of 
the United States at their homes and in their communities. I also 
request that all ships sailing under the American flag dress ship on 
that day.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eighteenth day of 
May, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the Independence 
of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-first.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8149 of May 25, 2007

Great Outdoors Month, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

During Great Outdoors Month, we celebrate the rich blessings of our 
Nation's natural beauty, and we renew our commitment to protecting our 
environment so that we can leave our children and grandchildren a 
healthy and flourishing land. This month is also an opportunity to pay 
tribute to those whose hard work and dedication keep our country's open 
spaces beautiful and accessible to our citizens.
Through recreational activities such as fishing, skiing, biking, and 
nature watching, we can teach our young people about the wonders of our 
Nation's landscapes. Experiencing our Nation's natural splendor 
contributes to healthier lives for our citizens and a deeper 
appreciation for the great outdoors.
My Administration is working to protect and conserve our natural wonders 
for future generations. To keep our National Park System vibrant, we 
requested the highest increase ever in park operations funding in the FY 
2008 Budget and launched the National Parks Centennial Initiative. We 
are also promoting responsible stewardship and conservation of our air, 
water, and land. Harmful air pollutants are down more than 10 percent 
since 2001, but there is more work to be done. Through the ``Twenty in 
Ten'' plan, my Administration aims to limit greenhouse gas emissions 
from motor vehicles and reduce America's dependence on oil by cutting 
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In addition, we have restored, improved, or protected millions of acres 
of wetlands and enhanced our parks and wildlife refuges. We are also 
encouraging cooperative conservation, innovation, and new technologies 
to help ensure America's outdoors remain places where families and 
friends can learn, exercise, and create meaningful memories.
Countless citizens volunteer their time and talents to protect America's 
natural resources. By working together with the private and non-profit 
sectors and the general public, we can help preserve our local parks, 
lakes, rivers, and working lands. I am grateful for the efforts of all 
those who work to conserve our Nation's natural wonders, and I encourage 
citizens to visit takepride.gov to learn about more opportunities to 
help keep our environment healthy and safe.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim June 2007 as Great 
Outdoors Month. I call on all Americans to observe this month with 
appropriate programs and activities and to take time to experience and 
enjoy the outdoors.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-fifth day of 
May, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the Independence 
of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-first.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8150 of May 30, 2007

National Oceans Month, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

Our Nation benefits from the oceans that contain precious natural 
treasures, carry much of our trade, and provide us with food and 
recreational opportunities. During National Oceans Month, we celebrate 
these benefits, and we underscore our commitment to being good stewards 
of the oceans.
Since the release of my Ocean Action Plan in 2004, my Administration has 
made great strides in ocean conservation by working with State, tribal, 
and local governments, the private sector, and our international 
partners in the spirit of cooperative conservation. In June 2006, I 
designated a national monument in the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands to 
celebrate the area's natural, cultural, and historical importance. The 
tropical waters of the Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument are a 
sanctuary for 7,000 marine species. This important Monument is our 
Nation's largest single conservation area and the largest protected 
marine area in the world. Earlier this year, I was also proud to sign 
into law the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management 
Reauthorization Act of 2006 to end over-fishing and rebuild our Nation's 
fish stocks through more effective, market-based management. 
Internationally, we continue to lead in protecting the maritime 
environment while preserving the navigational freedoms essential to the 
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to build a well managed system of offshore aquaculture, we can provide a 
healthy source of food and reduce pressure on our ocean ecosystems.
During National Oceans Month and throughout the year, we recognize all 
who are dedicated to making our oceans, coasts, and Great Lakes cleaner, 
healthier, and more productive, including the many Federal agencies that 
make up the Committee on Ocean Policy. One of these agencies, the 
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, celebrates two 
centuries of dedicated research and conservation of coastal and marine 
environments. By continuing to work together, we can conserve and enjoy 
the splendor of these magnificent waters now and for generations to 
come.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, do hereby proclaim June 2007 as National Oceans Month. I call 
upon the people of the United States to learn more about the vital role 
oceans play in the life of our country and ways we can conserve their 
many national treasures. I encourage all our citizens to observe this 
month with appropriate ceremonies and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirtieth day of 
May, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the Independence 
of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-first.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8151 of May 31, 2007

Black Music Month, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

During Black Music Month, we recognize the outstanding contributions 
that African-American singers, composers, and musicians have made to our 
country, and we express our appreciation for the extraordinary music 
that has enriched our Nation.
The music of African-American musicians has helped shape our national 
character and become an important part of our musical heritage. Often 
born out of great pain and strong faith, that music has helped African 
Americans endure tremendous suffering and overcome injustice with 
courage, faith, and hope. By speaking to the human experience and 
expressing heartfelt emotion, African-American artists have inspired 
people across the generations in America and around the world with their 
vision and creativity.
This month is an opportunity to honor the men and women who have created 
some of the best music America has ever produced. Great musical talents 
such as Ray Charles, Louis Armstrong, Mahalia Jackson, Ella Fitzgerald, 
Duke Ellington, and James Brown have enriched our culture with 
innovative talent and artistic legacies that continue to influence 
musicians today. We remember so many wonderful artists and celebrate the 
achievements of black musicians whose work reflects the diversity of our 
citizens and lifts the human spirit.

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NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim June 2007 as Black Music 
Month. I encourage all Americans to learn more about the history of 
black music and to enjoy the great contributions of African-American 
musicians.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of 
May, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the Independence 
of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-first.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8152 of May 31, 2007

National Child's Day, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

Today's children are tomorrow's leaders, and our Nation has a 
responsibility to ensure that they develop the character and skills 
needed to succeed. On National Child's Day, we underscore our commitment 
to our children and pledge to provide them with the care, protection, 
and education they deserve.
Children are great blessings in our lives. They rely on the love and 
guidance of parents, family members, mentors from faith-based and 
community organizations, and teachers to help them gain a sense of 
confidence and learn that their actions have consequences. All of us 
play an important role in teaching our children that the decisions they 
make today will affect them for the rest of their lives.
My Administration is committed to helping young Americans reach their 
full potential. One of my top priorities is to reauthorize the No Child 
Left Behind Act, a good law that has brought great progress. Students 
are scoring higher and beginning to close the achievement gap, proving 
that when we set expectations high, America's schools and students will 
rise to meet them. My Administration is also ensuring that our country 
is competitive by enhancing math and science education through the 
American Competitiveness Initiative. Additionally, the Department of 
Health and Human Services and its partners are working to prevent 
childhood obesity by encouraging America's youth to exercise and 
practice healthy eating habits. And the Helping America's Youth 
initiative, led by First Lady Laura Bush, raises awareness about the 
challenges that face our young people and motivates caring adults to 
connect with children in three key areas: family, school, and community. 
We will continue to work to provide a safe environment and a quality 
education for our Nation's boys and girls to ensure that they are 
prepared to lead lives of purpose and success.
On National Child's Day and throughout the year, we are grateful for 
young Americans and those who support them. Through a loving commitment 
to America's youth, we can create a more hopeful society, build a bright 
future for our country, and encourage our children to achieve their 
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NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim June 3, 2007 as National 
Child's Day. I call upon our citizens to celebrate National Child's Day 
with the appropriate ceremonies and activities. I also urge all 
Americans to dedicate time and energy to educating our youth and 
providing them with a safe and caring environment.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of 
May, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the Independence 
of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-first.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8153 of June 1, 2007

Caribbean-American Heritage Month, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

During June, we recognize Caribbean Americans and celebrate the many 
ways they contribute to our Nation.
Generations of Caribbean Americans have helped shape the spirit and 
character of our country. These individuals are justly proud of their 
Caribbean roots, and they enrich the American experience by sharing 
their traditions, history, and values. Caribbean Americans of all walks 
of life have added to the vitality, success, and prosperity of our 
country. Their hard work and determination inspire all who dream of a 
better life for themselves and their families.
Our Nation is deeply grateful to the Caribbean Americans who defend our 
liberty as members of our Armed Forces. The service and sacrifice of 
these courageous men and women are helping lay the foundation of peace 
for generations to come.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim June 2007 as Caribbean-
American Heritage Month. I encourage all Americans to learn more about 
the history and culture of Caribbean Americans and their contributions 
to our Nation.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this first day of June, 
in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the Independence of 
the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-first.
GEORGE W. BUSH

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Proclamation 8154 of June 1, 2007

National Homeownership Month, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

Owning a home is part of the American dream, and National Homeownership 
Month is an opportunity to encourage our citizens to explore the 
benefits of owning a home.
Owning a home provides a source of security and stability for many of 
our citizens. My Administration is committed to fostering an ownership 
society and helping more Americans realize the great promise of our 
country. Today, nearly 70 percent of Americans own their homes, and the 
rate of minority homeownership has climbed to above 50 percent since I 
took office in 2001. The Department of Housing and Urban Development is 
continuing to enforce the Fair Housing Act to confront housing 
discrimination and advance equal housing opportunities for everyone. We 
are also working with the Congress to modernize the Federal Housing 
Administration in order to better provide safe, fair, and affordable 
mortgages to first-time homeowners, minorities, and individuals with 
less than perfect credit. In addition, the American Dream Downpayment 
Act of 2003 is helping thousands of low to moderate income and minority 
families with the downpayment and closing costs on their homes. My 
Administration also continues to support more funding for the Self-Help 
Homeownership Opportunity Program and the HOME Investment Partnership 
Program, which provide low-income citizens and minorities with more 
homeownership opportunities.
During National Homeownership Month and throughout the year, I urge 
citizens to consider homeownership opportunities in their communities, 
and I applaud American homeowners for helping fuel the economy.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim June 2007 as National 
Homeownership Month. I call upon the people of the United States to join 
me in recognizing the importance of homeownership and building a more 
prosperous future.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this first day of June, 
in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the Independence of 
the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-first.
GEORGE W. BUSH

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Proclamation 8155 of June 5, 2007

Flag Day and National Flag Week, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

The American Flag represents freedom and has been an enduring symbol of 
our Nation's ideals since the earliest days of our Nation. Wherever it 
flies, we are reminded of America's unity and in the great cause of 
liberty and justice for all.
Two hundred and thirty years ago, the Second Continental Congress 
officially made the Stars and Stripes the symbol of America. The 
Founders declared that the 13 stars gracing the original flag 
represented ``a new constellation,'' just as America embodied new hope 
and new light for mankind. Today, our flag continues to convey the bold 
spirit of a proud and determined Nation.
Americans have long flown our flag as a sign of patriotism and gratitude 
for the blessings of liberty. We also pledge allegiance to the flag as 
an expression of loyalty to our country and to the belief in the 
American creed of freedom and justice. By displaying and showing respect 
for the flag, we honor the ideals upon which our democracy rests and 
show appreciation for the freedoms we enjoy today. Flying the flag can 
also be an expression of thanks for the men and women who have served 
and sacrificed in defense of our freedoms--from the early patriots of 
the Continental Army to the courageous Americans in uniform who are 
defending those freedoms around the world today.
During Flag Day and National Flag Week, we honor Old Glory and reflect 
on the foundations of our freedom. As citizens of this great Nation, we 
are proud of our heritage, grateful for our liberty, and confident in 
our future.
To commemorate the adoption of our flag, the Congress, by joint 
resolution approved August 3, 1949, as amended (63 Stat. 492), 
designated June 14 of each year as ``Flag Day'' and requested that the 
President issue an annual proclamation calling for its observance and 
for the display of the flag of the United States on all Federal 
Government buildings. The Congress also requested, by joint resolution 
approved June 9, 1966, as amended (80 Stat. 194), that the President 
issue annually a proclamation designating the week in which June 14 
occurs as ``National Flag Week'' and calling upon all citizens of the 
United States to display the flag during that week.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, do hereby proclaim June 14, 2007, as Flag Day and the week 
beginning June 10, 2007, as National Flag Week. I direct the appropriate 
officials to display the flag on all Federal Government buildings during 
that week, and I urge all Americans to observe Flag Day and National 
Flag Week by flying the Stars and Stripes from their homes and other 
suitable places. I also call upon the people of the United States to 
observe with pride and all due ceremony those days from Flag Day through 
Independence Day, also set aside by the Congress (89 Stat. 211), as a 
time to honor America, to celebrate our heritage in public gatherings 
and activities, and to publicly recite the Pledge of Allegiance to the 
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fifth day of June, 
in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the Independence of 
the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-first.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8156 of June 11, 2007

Father's Day, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

On Father's Day, we reflect on the many ways that fathers contribute to 
the lives of their children with spoken words and unspoken kindness.
Fathers are one of the most important influences in the lives of 
children, and their unconditional love is an indispensable anchor of 
certainty and strength. By placing their family's well-being above their 
own, fathers provide children with an example of what it means to be a 
responsible person. Through unwavering devotion and daily sacrifice, 
fathers work to create an environment where children are protected and 
encouraged. Fathers instill in their children an understanding of right 
and wrong and help them to grow in confidence and character. These 
dedicated men strive to give their sons and daughters the necessary 
foundation to make good choices and lead lives of purpose.
On Father's Day and throughout the year, we honor the men who have taken 
on the great joy and responsibility of fatherhood, and we celebrate 
their extraordinary impact and influence. All Americans are especially 
grateful to the many fathers who are serving their country as members of 
the Armed Forces, and we lift them and their loved ones up in prayer.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, in accordance with a joint resolution of the Congress approved 
April 24, 1972, as amended (36 U.S.C. 109), do hereby proclaim June 17, 
2007, as Father's Day. I encourage all Americans to express admiration 
and appreciation to fathers for their many contributions to our Nation's 
children. I direct the appropriate officials of the Government to 
display the flag of the United States on all Government buildings on 
this day. I also call upon State and local governments and citizens to 
observe this day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eleventh day of 
June, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
first.
GEORGE W. BUSH

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Proclamation 8157 of June 28, 2007

To Modify Duty-Free Treatment Under the Generalized System of 
Preferences, Take Certain Actions Under the African Growth and 
Opportunity Act, and for Other Purposes

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

1. Pursuant to section 503(c)(2)(A) of the Trade Act of 1974, as amended 
(the ``1974 Act'')(19 U.S.C. 2463(c)(2)(A)), beneficiary developing 
countries, except those designated as least-developed beneficiary 
developing countries or beneficiary sub-Saharan African countries as 
provided in section 503(c)(2)(D) of the 1974 Act (19 U.S.C. 
2463(c)(2)(D)), are subject to competitive need limitations on the 
preferential treatment afforded under the Generalized System of 
Preferences (GSP) to eligible articles.
2. Section 503(c)(2)(C) of the 1974 Act (19 U.S.C. 2463(c)(2)(C)) 
provides that a country that is no longer treated as a beneficiary 
developing country with respect to an eligible article may be 
redesignated as a beneficiary developing country with respect to such 
article if imports of such article from such country did not exceed the 
competitive need limitations in section 503(c)(2)(A) of the 1974 Act 
during the preceding calendar year.
3. Section 503(c)(2)(F)(i) of the 1974 Act (19 U.S.C. 2463(c)(2)(F)(i)) 
provides that the President may disregard the competitive need 
limitation provided in section 503(c)(2)(A)(i)(II) of the 1974 Act (19 
U.S.C. 2463(c)(2)(A)(i)(II)) with respect to any eligible article from 
any beneficiary developing country if the aggregate appraised value of 
the imports of such article into the United States during the preceding 
calendar year does not exceed an amount set forth in section 
503(c)(2)(F)(ii) of the 1974 Act (19 U.S.C. 2463(c)(2)(F)(ii)).
4. Pursuant to section 503(d)(1) of the 1974 Act (19 U.S.C. 2463(d)(1)), 
the President may waive the application of the competitive need 
limitations in section 503(c)(2)(A) of the 1974 Act (19 U.S.C. 
2463(c)(2)(A)) with respect to any eligible article from any beneficiary 
developing country if certain conditions are met.
5. Pursuant to section 503(d)(5) of the 1974 Act (19 U.S.C. 2463(d)(5)), 
any waiver granted under section 503(d) shall remain in effect until the 
President determines that such waiver is no longer warranted due to 
changed circumstances.
6. Pursuant to section 503(c)(2)(A) of the 1974 Act, I have determined 
that in 2006 certain beneficiary developing countries have exported 
certain eligible articles in quantities exceeding the applicable 
competitive need limitation, and I therefore terminate the duty-free 
treatment for such articles from such beneficiary developing countries.
7. Pursuant to section 503(c)(2)(C) of the 1974 Act, and subject to the 
considerations set forth in sections 501 and 502 of the 1974 Act (19 
U.S.C. 2461 and 2462), I have determined to redesignate certain 
countries as beneficiary developing countries with respect to certain 
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previously had been imported in quantities exceeding the competitive 
need limitations of section 503(c)(2)(A) of the 1974 Act.
8. Pursuant to section 503(c)(2)(F) of the 1974 Act, I have determined 
that the competitive need limitation provided in section 
503(c)(2)(A)(i)(II) of the 1974 Act should be disregarded with respect 
to certain eligible articles from certain beneficiary developing 
countries.
9. Pursuant to section 503(d)(1) of the 1974 Act, I have received the 
advice of the United States International Trade Commission (USITC) on 
whether any industries in the United States are likely to be adversely 
affected by such waivers, and I have determined, based on that advice 
and on the considerations described in sections 501 and 502(c) of the 
1974 Act, and after giving great weight to the considerations in section 
503(d)(2) of the 1974 Act (19 U.S.C. 2463(d)(2)), that such waivers are 
in the national economic interest of the United States. Accordingly, I 
have determined that the competitive need limitations of section 
503(c)(2)(A) of the 1974 Act should be waived with respect to certain 
eligible articles from certain beneficiary developing countries.
10. Pursuant to section 503(d)(5) of the 1974 Act, I have determined 
that certain previously granted waivers of the competitive need 
limitations of section 503(c)(2)(A) of the 1974 Act are no longer 
warranted due to changed circumstances.
11. Section 506A(a)(1) of the 1974 Act (19 U.S.C. 2466a(a)(1)), as added 
by section 111(a) of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (title I of 
Public Law 106-200)(AGOA), authorizes the President to designate a 
country listed in section 107 of the AGOA (19 U.S.C. 3706) as a 
beneficiary sub-Saharan African country if the President determines that 
the country meets the eligibility requirements set forth in section 104 
of the AGOA (19 U.S.C. 3703), as well as the eligibility criteria set 
forth in section 502 of the 1974 Act (19 U.S.C. 2462).
12. Section 104 of the AGOA authorizes the President to designate a 
country listed in section 107 of the AGOA as an eligible sub-Saharan 
African country if the President determines that the country meets 
certain eligibility requirements.
13. Section 112(c) of the AGOA (19 U.S.C. 3721(c)) provides special 
rules for certain apparel articles imported from lesser developed 
beneficiary sub-Saharan African countries.
14. In Proclamation 7970 of December 22, 2005, I determined that the 
Islamic Republic of Mauritania (Mauritania) was not making continual 
progress in meeting the requirements described in section 506A(a)(1) of 
the 1974 Act and terminated the designation of Mauritania as a 
beneficiary sub-Saharan African country for purposes of section 506A of 
the 1974 Act.
15. Pursuant to section 104 of the AGOA and section 506A(a)(1) of the 
1974 Act, I have determined that Mauritania now meets the eligibility 
requirements set forth or referenced therein, and I have decided to 
redesignate Mauritania as an eligible sub-Saharan African country and 
beneficiary sub-Saharan African country.
16. I further determine that Mauritania satisfies the criterion for 
treatment as a ``lesser developed beneficiary sub-Saharan African 
country'' under section 112(c) of the AGOA.

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17. Presidential Proclamation 8114 of March 19, 2007, implemented 
section 112 of the AGOA, as amended in section 6002 of the Africa 
Investment Incentive Act of 2006 (Division D, Title VI, Public Law 109-
432)(19 U.S.C. 3721(c)(2)(A)). Technical corrections to the Harmonized 
Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS) are necessary to implement 
the intended tariff treatment.
18. In Presidential Proclamation 8097 of December 29, 2006, I modified 
the HTS, pursuant to section 1206 of the Omnibus Trade and 
Competitiveness Act of 1988 (the ``1988 Act'') (19 U.S.C. 3006), to 
conform it to the International Convention on the Harmonized Commodity 
Description and Coding System (the ``Convention''). Additional 
conforming changes to the HTS are required to implement the intended 
tariff treatment.
19. Section 2004(b)(1)(B) of the Miscellaneous Trade and Technical 
Corrections Act of 2004 (Public Law 108-429) amended section 
213(b)(2)(A)(v) of the Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act (19 U.S.C. 
2703(b)(2)(A)(v)). A modification to the HTS needs to be made to reflect 
this amendment.
20. On April 22, 1985, the United States entered into the Agreement on 
the Establishment of a Free Trade Area between the Government of the 
United States of America and the Government of Israel (the ``Israel 
FTA''), which the Congress approved in the United States-Israel Free 
Trade Area Implementation Act of 1985 (the ``Israel FTA Act'')(19 U.S.C. 
2112 note). In order to maintain the general level of reciprocal and 
mutually advantageous concessions with respect to agricultural trade 
with Israel, on July 27, 2004, the United States entered into an 
agreement with Israel concerning certain aspects of trade in 
agricultural products during the period January 1, 2004, through 
December 31, 2008 (the ``2004 Agreement'').
21. Presidential Proclamation 7826 of October 4, 2004, implemented the 
2004 Agreement. Technical corrections to the HTS are necessary to 
reflect the tariff treatment intended under the 2004 Agreement for the 
years 2007 and 2008.
22. Section 604 of the 1974 Act, as amended (19 U.S.C. 2483), authorizes 
the President to embody in the HTS the substance of the relevant 
provisions of that Act, and of other Acts affecting import treatment, 
and actions thereunder, including the removal, modification, 
continuance, or imposition of any rate of duty or other import 
restriction.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, acting under the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
the laws of the United States, including but not limited to title V and 
section 604 of the 1974 Act, section 4 of the Israel FTA Act, section 
1206 of the 1988 Act, and section 104 of the AGOA, do hereby proclaim: 
(1) In order to provide that one or more countries that have not been 
treated as beneficiary developing countries with respect to one or more 
eligible articles should be redesignated as beneficiary developing 
countries with respect to such article or articles for purposes of the 
GSP, and, in order to provide that one or more countries should no 
longer be treated as beneficiary developing countries with respect to 
one or more eligible articles for purposes of the GSP, general note 4(d) 
to the HTS is modified as set forth in section A of Annex I to this 
proclamation.
(2) In order to designate certain articles as eligible articles for 
purposes of the GSP when imported from any beneficiary developing 
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of Duty 1-Special subcolumn for such HTS subheadings is modified as set 
forth in section B(1) of Annex I to this proclamation.
(3) In order to provide that one or more countries should not be treated 
as beneficiary developing countries with respect to certain eligible 
articles for purposes of the GSP, the Rates of Duty 1-Special subcolumn 
for such HTS subheadings is modified as set forth in section B(2) of 
Annex I to this proclamation.
(4) The competitive need limitation provided in section 
503(c)(2)(A)(i)(II) of the 1974 Act is disregarded with respect to the 
eligible articles in the HTS subheadings and to the beneficiary 
developing countries listed in Annex II to this proclamation.
(5) A waiver of the application of section 503(c)(2)(A) of the 1974 Act 
shall apply to the eligible articles in the HTS subheadings and to the 
beneficiary developing countries set forth in Annex III to this 
proclamation.
(6) The waivers of the application of section 503(c)(2)(A) of the 1974 
Act to the articles in the HTS subheading and to the beneficiary 
developing countries listed in Annex IV to this proclamation are 
revoked.
(7) Mauritania is designated as an eligible sub-Saharan African country 
and as a beneficiary sub-Saharan African country.
(8) In order to reflect this designation in the HTS, general note 16(a) 
to the HTS is modified by inserting in alphabetical sequence in the list 
of beneficiary sub-Saharan African countries ``Islamic Republic of 
Mauritania,'' effective with respect to articles entered, or withdrawn 
from warehouse for consumption, on or after July 1, 2007.
(9) For purposes of section 112(c) of the AGOA, Mauritania is a lesser 
developed beneficiary sub-Saharan African country.
(10) In order to provide the tariff treatment intended under section 112 
of the AGOA, as amended, the HTS is modified as set forth in section A 
of Annex V to this proclamation.
(11) In order to conform the HTS to the Convention or any amendment 
thereto recommended for adoption, to promote the uniform application of 
the Convention, to establish additional subordinate tariff categories, 
and to make technical and conforming changes to existing provisions, the 
HTS is modified as set forth in section B of Annex V to this 
proclamation.
(12) In order to implement section 2004(b)(1)(B) of the Miscellaneous 
Trade and Technical Corrections Act of 2004, the HTS is modified as set 
forth in section C of Annex V to this proclamation.
(13) In order to provide the tariff treatment intended under the 2004 
Agreement, the HTS is modified as set forth in section D of Annex V to 
this proclamation.
(14) The modifications to the HTS set forth in Annexes I, IV, and V to 
this proclamation shall be effective with respect to articles entered, 
or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the dates set 
forth in the respective annex.
(15) Any provisions of previous proclamations and Executive Orders that 
are inconsistent with the actions taken in this proclamation are 
superseded to the extent of such inconsistency.

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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-eighth day 
of June, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
first.
GEORGE W. BUSH

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Proclamation 8158 of June 28, 2007

Suspension of Entry as Immigrants and Nonimmigrants of Persons 
Responsible for Policies and Actions That Threaten Lebanon's Sovereignty 
and Democracy

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

In order to foster democratic institutions in Lebanon, to help the 
Lebanese people preserve their sovereignty and achieve their aspirations 
for democracy and regional stability, and to end the sponsorship of 
terrorism in Lebanon, it is in the interest of the United States to 
restrict the international travel, and to suspend the entry into the 
United States, as immigrants or nonimmigrants, of aliens who 
deliberately undermine or harm Lebanon's sovereignty, its legitimate 
government, or its democratic institutions, contribute to the breakdown 
in the rule of law in Lebanon, or benefit from policies or actions that 
do so, including through the sponsorship of terrorism, politically 
motivated violence and intimidation, or the reassertion of Syrian 
control in Lebanon.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws 
of the United States, including section 212(f) of the Immigration and 
Nationality Act of 1952, 8 U.S.C. 1182(f), and section 301 of title 3, 
United States Code, hereby find that the unrestricted immigrant and 
nonimmigrant entry into the United States of persons described in 
section 1 of this proclamation would, except as provided for in sections 
2 and 3 of this proclamation, be detrimental to the interests of the 
United States.
I therefore hereby proclaim that:
Section 1. The entry into the United States, as immigrants or 
nonimmigrants, of the following aliens is hereby suspended:
(a) Lebanese government officials, former Lebanese government officials, 
and private persons who deliberately undermine or harm Lebanon's 
sovereignty, its legitimate government, or its democratic institutions, 
or contribute to the breakdown in the rule of law in Lebanon, including 
through the sponsorship of terrorism, politically motivated violence or 
intimidation, or the reassertion of Syrian control in Lebanon;
(b) Syrian government officials, former Syrian government officials, and 
persons who meet the criteria for designation under section 3(a)(i) or 
(ii) of Executive Order 13338 of May 11, 2004, who deliberately 
undermine or harm Lebanon's sovereignty, its legitimate government, or 
its democratic institutions, or contribute to the breakdown in the rule 
of law in Lebanon, including through the sponsorship of terrorism, 
politically motivated violence or intimidation, or the reassertion of 
Syrian control in Lebanon;
(c) Persons in Lebanon who act on behalf of, or actively promote the 
interests of, Syrian government officials by deliberately undermining or 
harming Lebanon's sovereignty, its legitimate government, or its 
democratic institutions, or contribute to the breakdown in the rule of 
law in Lebanon, including through the sponsorship of terrorism, 
politically motivated violence or intimidation, or the reassertion of 
Syrian control in Lebanon;

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(d) Persons who, through their business dealings with any of the persons 
described in subsection (a), (b), or (c) of this section, derive 
significant financial benefit from, or materially support, policies or 
actions that deliberately undermine or harm Lebanon's sovereignty, its 
legitimate government, or its democratic institutions, or contribute to 
the breakdown in the rule of law in Lebanon, including through the 
sponsorship of terrorism, politically motivated violence or 
intimidation, or the reassertion of Syrian control in Lebanon; and
(e) The spouses and dependent children of persons described in 
subsections (a), (b), (c), and (d) of this section.
Sec. 2. Section 1 of this proclamation shall not apply with respect to 
any person otherwise covered by section 1 where entry of such person 
would not be contrary to the interests of the United States.
Sec. 3. Persons covered by section 1 or 2 of this proclamation shall be 
identified by the Secretary of State or the Secretary's designee, in his 
or her sole discretion, pursuant to such procedures as the Secretary may 
establish under section 5 of this proclamation.
Sec. 4. Nothing in this proclamation shall be construed to derogate from 
U.S. Government obligations under applicable international agreements.
Sec. 5. The Secretary of State shall have responsibility for 
implementing this proclamation pursuant to such procedures as the 
Secretary, in the Secretary's sole discretion, may establish.
Sec. 6. This proclamation is effective immediately. It shall remain in 
effect until such time as the Secretary of State determines that it is 
no longer necessary and should be terminated, either in whole or in 
part. Any such determination by the Secretary of State shall be 
published in the Federal Register.
Sec. 7. This proclamation is not intended to, and does not, create any 
right, benefit, or privilege, substantive or procedural, enforceable at 
law or in equity, by any party against the United States, its 
departments, agencies, instrumentalities, or entities, its officers or 
employees, or any other person.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-eighth day 
of June, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
first.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8159 of July 2, 2007

Grant of Executive Clemency

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

WHEREAS Lewis Libby was convicted in the United States District Court 
for the District of Columbia in the case United States v. Libby, Crim. 
No. 05-394 (RBW), for which a sentence of 30 months' imprisonment, 2 
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supervised release, a fine of $250,000, and a special assessment of $400 
was imposed on June 22, 2007;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, pursuant to my powers under Article II, Section 2, of the 
Constitution, do hereby commute the prison terms imposed by the sentence 
upon the said Lewis Libby to expire immediately, leaving intact and in 
effect the two-year term of supervised release, with all its conditions, 
and all other components of the sentence.
IN WITNESS THEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this second day of July, 
in the year of our Lord two thousand and seven, and of the Independence 
of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-first.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8160 of July 10, 2007

Captive Nations Week, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

Liberty is the path to lasting peace and the unalienable right of every 
man, woman, and child. During Captive Nations Week, we underscore our 
commitment to protecting human rights, advancing democracy and freedom, 
and ending tyranny across the globe.
Expanding freedom is a moral imperative, and today more people are free 
than ever before. Freedom is reaching around the world, and America is 
working side-by-side with new democracies in Liberia, Mauritania, 
Ukraine, Georgia, and Kyrgyzstan. The people of Kuwait held elections in 
which women were able to vote and run for office for the first time, and 
the elected parliament is exercising real influence with the government. 
We continue to stand firmly behind the citizens of Lebanon, Afghanistan, 
and Iraq as they defend their democratic gains against extremist 
enemies. Many are making great sacrifices for liberty, and they deserve 
our steadfast support.
While there is progress in freedom's advance, nations such as Belarus, 
Burma, Cuba, North Korea, Syria, Iran, Sudan, and Zimbabwe still oppress 
their citizens. My Administration recently created the Human Rights 
Defenders Fund to provide grants for the legal defense and medical 
expenses of democratic dissidents arrested or beaten by repressive 
governments. In addition, we have nearly doubled funding for democracy 
projects throughout the world. The American people believe that the 
flame for freedom burns in every human heart, and that light cannot be 
extinguished by governments, terrorists, or tyrants. During Captive 
Nations Week, we remember that human freedom is the key to achieving 
respect for all human rights.
The Congress, by Joint Resolution approved July 17, 1959 (73 Stat. 212), 
has authorized and requested the President to issue a proclamation 
designating the third week in July of each year as ``Captive Nations 
Week.''

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NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim July 15 through 21, 2007, 
as Captive Nations Week. I call upon the people of the United States to 
reaffirm our commitment to all those seeking liberty, justice, and self-
determination.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this tenth day of July, 
in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the Independence of 
the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-second.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8161 of July 12, 2007

Parents' Day, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

On Parents' Day, America honors our mothers and fathers for their 
extraordinary devotion and for the great sacrifices they make to provide 
a hopeful and promising future for their children.
The guidance and unconditional love of parents help create a nurturing 
environment so children can grow and reach their full potential. Parents 
work to impart to their children the strength and determination to 
follow their dreams and the courage to do what is right. They shape the 
character of their children by sharing their wisdom and setting a 
positive example. As role models, parents also instill the values and 
principles that help prepare children to be responsible adults and good 
citizens.
My Administration is committed to strengthening American families by 
supporting Federal, State, and faith-based and community programs that 
promote healthy marriages and responsible parenting. Parents are a 
child's first teachers, and we recognize their critical role in helping 
children do well in school. My Administration is committed to helping 
parents and schools ensure that every child has the best opportunity to 
learn and succeed.
On Parents' Day, we pay tribute to mothers and fathers and celebrate the 
special bonds of love between parents and their children. We also 
express our deep gratitude to parents who serve in the Armed Forces and 
those whose sons and daughters have answered the call to defend our 
country. Our Nation is grateful for their honorable service and for the 
sacrifices family members make as their loved ones work to advance the 
cause of freedom.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States and consistent with Public Law 103-362, as 
amended, do hereby proclaim Sunday, July 22, 2007, as Parents' Day. I 
call upon citizens, private organizations, and governmental bodies at 
all levels to engage in activities and educational efforts that 
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honor parents, and I encourage American sons and daughters to convey 
their love, respect, and appreciation to their parents.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twelfth day of 
July, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8162 of July 12, 2007

Death of Lady Bird Johnson

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

As a mark of respect for the memory of Lady Bird Johnson, I hereby 
order, by the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the 
United States of America, that on the day of her interment, the flag of 
the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and 
upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval 
stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the 
District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its 
Territories and possessions until sunset on such day. I also direct that 
the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same period at all United 
States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities 
abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and 
stations.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twelfth day of 
July, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8163 of July 24, 2007

Anniversary of the Americans With Disabilities Act, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

On the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), we 
celebrate our progress towards an America where individuals with 
disabilities are recognized for their talents and contributions to our 
society. We also underscore our commitment to extend the full liberties 
and freedoms of our great country to all Americans.
Seventeen years ago, President George H. W. Bush signed the ADA into 
law. This legislation became one of the most successful and 
compassionate reforms in our Nation's history, helping to ensure that 
individuals with disabilities are better able to develop meaningful 
skills, engage in productive work, and participate fully in the life of 
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My Administration continues our work to build on this landmark 
legislation. In 2001, I announced the New Freedom Initiative to promote 
the full participation of people with disabilities in all areas of 
society by improving educational and employment opportunities, 
increasing access to assistive technologies, expanding transportation 
options, and promoting homeownership and integration into daily 
community life. The New Freedom Initiative and the ADA provide children 
with disabilities the tools they need to succeed in schools and 
communities. Working men and women living with disabilities contribute 
to our strong economy, and the ``Ticket to Work'' program and services 
at One-Stop Career Centers help expand employment opportunities. The 
DisabilityInfo.gov website connects individuals with disabilities and 
their families to vital information that helps more Americans share in 
the promises of our Nation.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim July 26, 2007, as a day in 
celebration of the 17th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities 
Act. I call on all Americans to celebrate the vital contributions of 
individuals with disabilities as we work towards fulfilling the promise 
of the ADA to give all our citizens the opportunity to live with 
dignity, work productively, and achieve their dreams.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-fourth day 
of July, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8164 of August 6, 2007

Women's Equality Day, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

On Women's Equality Day, we commemorate the adoption of the 19th 
Amendment to our Constitution and the strong leadership of extraordinary 
women who have made America a more perfect Union by advancing women's 
suffrage.
At the Seneca Falls Convention of 1848, a group of visionaries gathered 
to proclaim the ideas that ``all men and women are created equal'' and 
``endowed by their Creator with certain inalienable rights.'' That 
gathering grew into a national movement that led to the ratification of 
the 19th Amendment, guaranteeing women the right to vote. This 
achievement reflects the vision and determination of the suffragists who 
stood for a freer society and changed our Nation's history.
Since the passage of the 19th Amendment, pioneers such as Margaret Chase 
Smith and Sandra Day O'Connor rose above obstacles and broke down 
barriers to equality. Today, American women are shaping our Nation and 
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world by serving in all walks of life. Many brave women volunteer to 
wear the uniform of the United States, and they serve as an inspiration 
to all.
Our Nation is grateful for the bold leadership of American women who 
have opened doors of opportunity for women of future generations. On 
Women's Equality Day we honor the suffragists and all those who seek to 
expand equality in our world.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim August 26, 2007, as 
Women's Equality Day. I call upon the people of the United States to 
celebrate the achievements of women and observe this day with 
appropriate programs and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this sixth day of 
August, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8165 of August 20, 2007

National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month is an opportunity to underscore 
our commitment to fighting ovarian cancer and to finding a cure for this 
deadly disease.
Ovarian cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths 
among women in our country, and the risk of developing it increases with 
age and a family history of this disease. Other risk factors include a 
history of endometrial, colon, or breast cancer, and obesity. Because 
early detection is crucial in treating ovarian cancer and its symptoms 
can be difficult to identify, women should consult their doctors about 
personal risk factors, early warning signs, and screening options.
Our Nation has made progress in the fight against ovarian cancer, yet 
much more work remains. I signed the ``Gynecologic Cancer Education and 
Awareness Act of 2005,'' or ``Johanna's Law,'' which supports a national 
campaign to raise awareness among women and health care providers 
regarding gynecologic cancers. In FY 2007, the National Institutes of 
Health will invest an estimated $102 million into ovarian cancer 
research through the National Cancer Institute and other institutes. In 
addition, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention will dedicate 
nearly $5 million. We will continue to commit our resources to seek 
better ways to prevent, detect, and ultimately cure ovarian cancer.
During National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, Americans remember those 
who have lost their lives to ovarian cancer, and we honor the courage 
and strength of those who continue to fight this disease. We also 
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the dedicated medical professionals and researchers whose tireless 
efforts help provide a brighter, healthier future for women.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim September 2007 as National 
Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. I call upon government officials, 
businesses, communities, health care professionals, educators, 
volunteers, and the people of the United States to continue our Nation's 
strong commitment to preventing and treating ovarian cancer.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twentieth day of 
August, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8166 of August 21, 2007

National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

During National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, we underscore our 
commitment to winning the battle against prostate cancer and raising 
awareness of the risk factors, prevention, and treatment of this 
disease.
All men can develop prostate cancer, yet studies have shown that risk 
increases with age. Although the exact cause of the disease is not yet 
known, factors that may affect the likelihood of developing prostate 
cancer include race, diet, general health, and family history. Because 
the chances of surviving prostate cancer may be higher when it is 
diagnosed and treated in its early stages, men should speak with their 
doctors about their risk and screening options.
America leads the world in medical research, and we are committed to 
continuing our progress in the search for a cure for prostate cancer. 
Through work at the National Institutes of Health, National Cancer 
Institute, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the 
Department of Defense, we are exploring the genetic, biochemical, 
environmental, and lifestyle factors that increase prostate cancer risk 
and lead to its development and progression. These and other efforts are 
helping improve our knowledge of the causes of this disease.
As we observe National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, we recognize the 
strength and courage of the men battling prostate cancer and of those 
who love and support them. We also pay tribute to the medical 
professionals, the researchers, and all those whose tireless efforts are 
making a positive difference in the lives of those living with prostate 
cancer. All Americans can raise awareness and help fight this disease by 
talking with their friends and families about the risk of prostate 
cancer and the ways to prevent, detect, and treat it.

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NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim September 2007 as National 
Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. I call upon government officials, 
businesses, communities, health care professionals, educators, and the 
people of the United States to reaffirm our Nation's strong and ongoing 
commitment to the fight against prostate cancer.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-first day of 
August, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8167 of August 21, 2007

National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month provides an 
opportunity to underscore our commitment to stopping alcohol and drug 
abuse before it starts and to helping citizens in need overcome 
addiction and rebuild their lives.
Alcohol and drug addiction can ruin lives and devastate families. We 
must continue working toward a society in which our citizens can lead 
lives free from the influence of alcohol and drugs. Friends and family 
members can play a vital role in the fight and prevention of abuse by 
discussing the dangers and consequences with loved ones.
My Administration is dedicated to the battle against drug and alcohol 
addiction. We are expanding access to treatment and recovery support 
services through the Access to Recovery program. The Drug Enforcement 
Agency is helping stem the flow of illegal drugs into the United States 
by targeting the production, distribution, and sale of methamphetamines 
and other precursor drugs. The Drug Free Communities Program helps our 
neighborhoods develop strategies to prevent substance abuse. First Lady 
Laura Bush also leads the Helping America's Youth program to help our 
Nation's young people make healthy choices throughout their lives and to 
encourage community and family-based approaches to the challenges and 
risks facing today's youth.
During National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month and throughout 
the year, we seek to raise awareness about the destructive cycle of 
addiction and work to provide assistance to those who suffer from 
substance abuse. This year's theme, ``Join the Voices for Recovery: 
Saving Lives, Saving Dollars,'' encourages Americans to recognize the 
costs of substance use disorders and understand the benefits that 
treatment can bring to those individuals, their families, and 
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help save lives from substance abuse, contribute to a culture of 
compassion, and create a healthy future for our country, citizens may 
visit recoverymonth.gov.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim September 2007 as National 
Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month. I call upon the people of the 
United States to observe this month with the appropriate programs, 
ceremonies, and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-first day of 
August, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8168 of August 21, 2007

Constitution Day and Citizenship Day, Constitution Week, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

On Constitution Day and Citizenship Day and during Constitution Week, we 
celebrate the anniversary of our Nation's Constitution and honor the 
Framers who created the landmark document that continues to guide our 
Nation.
In the summer of 1787, delegates convened in Philadelphia to create ``a 
more perfect Union'' and craft the document that is the foundation of 
our country. With great diligence, they worked to develop a framework 
that would balance authority and inherent freedoms, Federal interests 
and State powers, individual rights and national unity. On September 
17th of the same year, the delegates signed the Constitution of the 
United States.
Today, every American shares in this legacy of liberty, and we are 
grateful for the courage, conviction, and sacrifice of all those who 
have helped preserve and uphold the principles of a free society. As we 
remember the enduring importance of the Constitution, we also recognize 
our responsibility as citizens to respect and defend the values of our 
founding and participate in the unfolding story of freedom.
In celebration of the signing of the Constitution and in recognition of 
the Americans who strive to uphold the duties and responsibilities of 
citizenship, the Congress, by joint resolution of February 29, 1952 (36 
U.S.C. 106, as amended), designated September 17 as ``Constitution Day 
and Citizenship Day,'' and by joint resolution of August 2, 1956 (36 
U.S.C. 108, as amended), requested that the President proclaim the week 
beginning September 17 and ending September 23 of each year as 
``Constitution Week.''
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, do hereby proclaim September 17, 2007, as Constitution Day

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and Citizenship Day, and September 17 through September 23, 2007, as 
Constitution Week. I encourage Federal, State, and local officials, as 
well as leaders of civic, social, and educational organizations, to 
conduct ceremonies and programs that celebrate our Constitution and 
reaffirm our rights and responsibilities as citizens of our great 
Nation.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-first day of 
August, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8169 of August 28, 2007

Minority Enterprise Development Week, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

Minority Enterprise Development Week is a chance to highlight the 
accomplishments of minority business owners and underscore our 
commitment to strengthening minority businesses and helping these 
entrepreneurs succeed.
Minority business owners have made our Nation stronger. Our thriving and 
resilient economy is the envy of the world, and minority business owners 
are expanding opportunities for their fellow Americans.
More than 8 million jobs have been created in our country since August 
2003, and minority businesses have contributed to this progress. Our 
economy has experienced more than 5 years of uninterrupted growth, and 
the unemployment rate remains low. My Administration has worked with the 
Congress to deliver needed tax relief, and this has left more money in 
the hands of minority business owners to reinvest in their employees, 
their communities, and our country's robust economy. By adopting sound 
policies that help our businesses continue to grow and expand, we are 
ensuring that America remains the land of the entrepreneur.
Our Nation has the most innovative, industrious, and talented people on 
Earth and when we unleash their entrepreneurial spirit, there is no 
limit to what the American people can achieve. During Minority 
Enterprise Development Week, and throughout the year, we recognize the 
vital contributions of minority business owners. These dedicated 
individuals are helping create a more hopeful society for themselves and 
their families. We will continue to strive for a society where personal 
effort is rewarded and where the American dream is within the reach of 
all our citizens.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim September 9 through 
September 15, 2007, as Minority Enterprise Development Week. I call upon 
all Americans to celebrate this week with appropriate programs, 
ceremonies, and activities to recognize the many contributions of our 
Nation's minority enterprises.

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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-eighth day 
of August, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8170 of August 30, 2007

National Preparedness Month, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

National Preparedness Month is an opportunity to raise awareness about 
the importance of emergency preparedness and to encourage all Americans 
to better prepare their homes and communities for emergencies.
Protecting America's homeland and citizens is the shared responsibility 
of the entire Nation. Individuals can prepare themselves and their 
families for emergencies by taking simple steps such as organizing an 
emergency supply kit, making a personal preparedness plan, becoming 
informed about different threats, and getting involved in preparing 
their community. These activities create a culture of preparedness and 
can help save lives.
My Administration continues to improve our Nation's ability to prepare 
for emergencies. The Department of Homeland Security is working with 
other Federal, State, and local government organizations, as well as the 
private sector, to prevent, respond to, and recover from all types of 
emergencies. Together, Americans can significantly enhance the level of 
national preparedness to further safeguard our communities and secure 
our homeland.
This month is also an opportunity to pay tribute to America's first 
responders who put themselves at risk for the safety of their fellow 
citizens. These brave police officers, firefighters, and emergency 
service personnel exemplify the compassion and commitment that help 
strengthen our country. We will be forever grateful for their service 
and sacrifice.
During National Preparedness Month, I encourage all Americans to get 
involved in their community's preparedness efforts. Citizens may visit 
ready.gov and citizencorps.gov to learn more about emergency 
preparedness and ways to take action.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim September 2007 as National 
Preparedness Month. I call upon the people of the United States to 
recognize the importance of preparing for potential emergencies and to 
observe this month by participating in appropriate events, activities, 
and preparedness programs.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirtieth day of 
August, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH

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Proclamation 8171 of August 30, 2007

National Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Week, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

During National Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Week, we 
recognize the vital contributions of the brave men and women who serve 
our great Nation, and we pay tribute to the employers who support them.
The courageous men and women of the National Guard and Reserve are 
fighting a new and unprecedented war, having answered the call to defend 
our freedom and way of life. At home, the National Guard is working to 
protect our borders, and provide vital aid and assistance in times of 
crisis and natural disasters. The dedicated service of those who wear 
the uniform reflects the best of America, and all Americans are proud to 
stand behind the men and women of the National Guard and Reserve.
Our Nation also appreciates the sacrifice of employers across our 
country who support the important mission of our National Guard and 
Reserve personnel. Employers across America demonstrate their patriotism 
by providing time off, pay, health-care benefits, and job security to 
their Guard and Reserve employees, helping them prepare for their return 
to families and to civilian life. The commitment of our Nation's 
employers is a vital and integral part of the success of our Armed 
Forces.
During National Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Week, we offer 
our country's deepest gratitude to the dedicated men and women of the 
National Guard and Reserve and to the employers who support them in 
their important service to our Nation.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim September 9 through 
September 15, 2007, as National Employer Support of the Guard and 
Reserve Week. I encourage all Americans to join me in expressing our 
thanks to members of our National Guard and Reserve and their civilian 
employers for their patriotism and sacrifices on behalf of our Nation. I 
also call upon State and local officials, private organizations, 
businesses, and all military commanders to observe this week with 
appropriate ceremonies and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirtieth day of 
August, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH

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Proclamation 8172 of September 4, 2007

National Historically Black Colleges and Universities Week, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

Education is a fundamental part of achieving the American dream, and 
Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) help ensure that 
every student has the opportunity to pursue a quality education. During 
Historically Black Colleges and Universities Week, we underscore our 
commitment to these distinguished institutions in their efforts to 
provide more Americans with the tools to realize their dreams.
The founding of many of our Historically Black Colleges and Universities 
over a century ago expanded the American education system and extended 
the opportunity of a higher education to some who had been wrongly 
denied access. Today, HBCUs throughout our Nation continue to be centers 
of quality education, advancing opportunity and inspiring individuals to 
meet the challenges of our time as responsible leaders.
My Administration has increased Federal support for HBCUs and remains 
committed to strengthening these colleges and universities. The HBCU 
Capital Financing Program has provided access to funds for 
infrastructure repairs, educational equipment, and construction of new 
facilities. The President's Board of Advisors on Historically Black 
Colleges and Universities works to help HBCUs develop new partnerships 
with the private sector and benefit from Federal programs to strengthen 
and advance faculty development and cooperative research.
We will continue to provide our strong support to HBCUs, so that every 
citizen can enjoy a future of hope and opportunity, and we salute these 
great institutions as they build on a foundation of continued success 
for every student.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim September 9 through 
September 15, 2007, as National Historically Black Colleges and 
Universities Week. I call upon public officials, educators, librarians, 
and all the people of the United States to observe this week with 
appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities in respect and 
appreciation for the contributions these valuable institutions and their 
graduates have made to our country.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fourth day of 
September, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH

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Proclamation 8173 of September 4, 2007

National Days of Prayer and Remembrance, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

During this year's National Days of Prayer and Remembrance, we honor the 
thousands of victims who died in the brutal and ruthless attacks in New 
York City, Pennsylvania, and at the Pentagon on September 11, 2001. Our 
Nation remembers with gratitude the firefighters, police officers, first 
responders, and ordinary citizens who acted with courage and compassion 
to save the lives of others, and we pray for the families whose loved 
ones were taken from them.
Never forgetting that terrible day, we remain determined to bring our 
enemies to justice, defy the terrorists' ideology of hate, and work to 
make our world safer. We honor the members of our Armed Forces who died 
while taking the fight to our adversaries, and we are grateful for those 
who continue to protect our Nation and our way of life. Their courage, 
sacrifice, and dedication help preserve our freedom. We pray for their 
safety, for all those who love them, and for the peace we all seek.
We remain a hopeful America, inspired by the kindness and compassion of 
our citizens and our commitment to freedom and opportunity. During these 
days of prayer and remembrance, we reflect on all we have lost and take 
comfort in each other and in the grace and mercy of our Creator. May God 
guide us, give us strength and wisdom, and may He continue to bless our 
great country.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim Friday, September 7, 
through Sunday, September 9, 2007, as National Days of Prayer and 
Remembrance. I ask that the people of the United States and their places 
of worship mark these National Days of Prayer and Remembrance with 
memorial services, the ringing of bells, and evening candlelight 
remembrance vigils. I also invite the people of the world to share in 
these Days of Prayer and Remembrance.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fourth day of 
September, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH

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Proclamation 8174 of September 4, 2007

Patriot Day, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

September 11, 2001, was a defining moment in American history. On that 
terrible day, our Nation saw the face of evil as 19 men barbarously 
attacked us and wantonly murdered people of many races, nationalities, 
and creeds. On Patriot Day, we remember the innocent victims, and we pay 
tribute to the valiant firefighters, police officers, emergency 
personnel, and ordinary citizens who risked their lives so others might 
live.
After the attacks on 9/11, America resolved that we would go on the 
offense against our enemies, and we would not distinguish between the 
terrorists and those who harbor and support them. All Americans honor 
the selfless men and women of our Armed Forces, the dedicated members of 
our public safety, law enforcement, and intelligence communities, and 
the thousands of others who work hard each day to protect our country, 
secure our liberty, and prevent future attacks.
The spirit of our people is the source of America's strength, and 6 
years ago, Americans came to the aid of neighbors in need. On Patriot 
Day, we pray for those who died and for their families. We volunteer to 
help others and demonstrate the continuing compassion of our citizens. 
On this solemn occasion, we rededicate ourselves to laying the 
foundation of peace with confidence in our mission and our free way of 
life.
By a joint resolution approved December 18, 2001 (Public Law 107-89), 
the Congress has designated September 11 of each year as ``Patriot 
Day.''
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, do hereby proclaim September 11, 2007, as Patriot Day. I call 
upon the Governors of the United States and the Commonwealth of Puerto 
Rico, as well as appropriate officials of all units of government, to 
direct that the flag be flown at half-staff on Patriot Day. I also call 
upon the people of the United States to observe Patriot Day with 
appropriate ceremonies, activities, and remembrance services, to display 
the flag at half-staff from their homes on that day, and to observe a 
moment of silence beginning at 8:46 a.m. eastern daylight time to honor 
the innocent Americans and people from around the world who lost their 
lives as a result of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fourth day of 
September, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH

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Proclamation 8175 of September 12, 2007

National Hispanic Heritage Month, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

Hispanic Americans have strengthened our country and contributed to the 
spirit of America. National Hispanic Heritage Month is an opportunity to 
honor these contributions and celebrate the rich cultural traditions of 
our Hispanic-American community.
Hispanic Americans have helped establish America as a place of freedom 
and opportunity, and their contributions have illustrated what is best 
about our great Nation. Their hard work, love of country, and deep 
commitment to faith and family have shaped the character of our country 
and helped preserve the values we all cherish. By sharing their vibrant 
culture and heritage, Hispanic Americans have also enriched the American 
experience and helped define the unique fabric of our Nation.
Americans of Hispanic heritage have carried on a proud tradition of 
service to our Nation. In times of great consequence, they have answered 
the call to defend America as members of our Armed Forces. These brave 
men and women bring honor to America, and we are grateful for their 
service and sacrifice. In our towns and communities, Hispanic Americans 
have also shown the good heart of our Nation by volunteering to help 
their fellow Americans. Their kindness and compassion have made a 
difference in the lives of others and have made our country a more 
hopeful place for all.
During National Hispanic Heritage Month, we celebrate the diversity that 
makes America stronger, and we recognize the many ways Hispanic 
Americans have enriched our Nation. To honor the achievements of 
Hispanic Americans, the Congress, by Public Law 100-402, as amended, has 
authorized and requested the President to issue annually a proclamation 
designating September 15 through October 15 as ``National Hispanic 
Heritage Month.''
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim September 15 through 
October 15, 2007, as National Hispanic Heritage Month. I call upon 
public officials, educators, librarians, and all the people of the 
United States to observe this month with appropriate ceremonies, 
activities, and programs.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twelfth day of 
September, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH

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Proclamation 8176 of September 12, 2007

National Farm Safety and Health Week, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

America's farmers and ranchers are good stewards of our land, providing 
a healthy, safe, and abundant food supply for our country and for people 
around the world. During National Farm Safety and Health Week, we pay 
tribute to our farmers and ranchers and their families for their 
contributions to our Nation, and we raise awareness of the importance of 
practicing and promoting safe work habits and conditions on farms and 
ranches.
Making a living off the land exposes agricultural workers to many 
potential dangers, such as extreme weather conditions, fertilizers and 
chemicals, and heavy machinery. Taking steps to identify these hazards 
and instructing family members in safe practices will help save lives 
and prevent injuries. Farmers and ranchers can help avoid accidents and 
protect lives by staying informed, being proactive, and remaining 
vigilant.
Across the United States, farm and ranch communities embody the values 
of hard work, faith, and love of family. This week and throughout the 
year, we encourage farmers and ranchers to practice responsible work 
habits as they continue to help America remain strong and prosperous.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim September 16 through 
September 22, 2007, as National Farm Safety and Health Week. I call upon 
the agencies, organizations, and businesses that serve America's 
agricultural workers to continue to strengthen their commitment to 
promoting farm safety and health programs. I also urge all Americans to 
honor our agricultural heritage and to recognize our farmers and 
ranchers for their remarkable contributions to our Nation.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twelfth day of 
September, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8177 of September 20, 2007

National POW/MIA Recognition Day, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

America has been blessed by the brave men and women of our Armed Forces 
who have answered the call to defend our country and protect liberty 
around the world. On National POW/MIA Recognition Day, we honor a 
special group of patriots: those who have been prisoners of war and 
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who are still missing in action. We remain forever in their debt, and we 
renew our commitment to them and to their families never to rest until 
we have accounted for every missing service member.
To commemorate this day, the National League of Families POW/MIA flag is 
flown over the White House, the Capitol, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, 
the Korean War Veterans Memorial, the World War II Memorial, and other 
locations across our country. This flag is an enduring symbol that 
reflects our solemn commitment to our courageous service members who 
have been imprisoned while serving in conflicts around the world and to 
those who remain missing. America will always remember these heroes, and 
we underscore our pledge to achieve the fullest possible accounting for 
every missing member of our Armed Forces.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim Friday, September 21, 
2007, as National POW/MIA Recognition Day. I call upon the people of the 
United States to join me in honoring and remembering all former American 
prisoners of war and those missing in action who valiantly served our 
great country. I also call upon Federal, State, and local government 
officials and private organizations to observe this day with appropriate 
ceremonies and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twentieth day of 
September, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8178 of September 20, 2007

Family Day, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

Families are the cornerstone of our Nation. On Family Day, we underscore 
our dedication to strengthening America's families and recognize the 
importance that the bonds between parents and children hold for the 
future of our country.
Parents and family members are the first and most important influence in 
a child's life. Families offer a stable and nurturing environment by 
providing love, guidance, support, and comfort. They help young people 
gain the skills they need to succeed in life and the courage and drive 
to realize their dreams. By caring for and spending time with their 
children, parents instill lifelong values and help build a better 
America.
My Administration is committed to supporting American families. We are 
working with faith-based and community organizations to promote healthy 
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children are connected to family, community, school, and places of 
worship, they are more likely to make good choices and reach their full 
potential.
Families help prepare children for the opportunities and challenges of 
the 21st century by encouraging them and insisting on high standards. 
Strong, loving families help young Americans grow into successful adults 
and build a Nation shining with optimism.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim September 24, 2007, as 
Family Day. I call upon the people of the United States to observe this 
day by engaging in activities that strengthen the bonds between parents 
and children.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twentieth day of 
September, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8179 of September 21, 2007

Gold Star Mother's Day, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

The gift of liberty is secured by heroes who have answered the call to 
serve when America needed them most. On Gold Star Mother's Day, we honor 
the mothers of the service men and women who have given their lives in 
the defense of our great Nation.
America's Gold Star Mothers are remarkable patriots who serve their 
communities by demonstrating good citizenship, providing support and 
services to our troops and veterans, and helping comfort the families 
whose loved ones have made the ultimate sacrifice. Their sense of duty 
and deep devotion to our country inspire our Nation, and we thank them 
for their compassion, determination, and strength. Though they carry a 
great burden of grief, these courageous mothers help ensure that the 
legacy of our fallen heroes will be forever remembered. On this day, we 
offer our deep gratitude and respect to our Nation's Gold Star Mothers; 
we honor the sons and daughters who died while wearing the uniform of 
the United States; and we pray for God's blessings on them, their 
mothers, and their families.
The Congress, by Senate Joint Resolution 115 of June 23, 1936 (49 Stat. 
1895 as amended), has designated the last Sunday in September as ``Gold 
Star Mother's Day'' and has authorized and requested the President to 
issue a proclamation in its observance.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, do hereby proclaim Sunday, September 30, 2007, as Gold Star 
Mother's Day. I call upon all Government officials to display the flag 
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United States over Government buildings on this solemn day. I also 
encourage the American people to display the flag and hold appropriate 
ceremonies as a public expression of our Nation's sympathy and respect 
for our Gold Star Mothers.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-first day of 
September, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8180 of September 28, 2007

To Provide for Duty Elimination for Certain Goods of Mexico Under the 
North American Free Trade Agreement

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

1. On December 17, 1992, the Governments of Canada, Mexico, and the 
United States of America entered into the North American Free Trade 
Agreement (NAFTA). The NAFTA was approved by the Congress in section 
101(a) of the North American Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act 
(Public Law 103-182) (the ``NAFTA Implementation Act'') (19 U.S.C. 
3311(a)) and was implemented with respect to the United States by 
Presidential Proclamation 6641 of December 15, 1993.
2. Section 201(b) of the NAFTA Implementation Act (19 U.S.C. 3331(b)) 
authorizes the President, subject to the consultation and layover 
requirements of section 103(a) of the NAFTA Implementation Act (19 
U.S.C. 3313(a)), to proclaim accelerated schedules of duty elimination 
that the United States may agree to with Mexico or Canada. Consistent 
with Article 302(3) of the NAFTA, I, through my duly empowered 
representative, have entered into an agreement with the Government of 
Mexico providing for an accelerated schedule of duty elimination for 
specific goods of Mexico. The consultation and layover requirements of 
section 103(a) of the NAFTA Implementation Act with respect to such 
schedule of duty elimination have been satisfied.
3. Pursuant to section 201(b) of the NAFTA Implementation Act, I have 
determined that the modifications herein proclaimed of duties on goods 
originating in the territory of Mexico are necessary or appropriate to 
maintain the general level of reciprocal and mutually advantageous 
concessions with respect to Mexico provided for by the NAFTA, and to 
carry out the agreement with Mexico providing an accelerated schedule of 
duty elimination for specific goods.
4. Section 604 of the Trade Act of 1974, as amended (the ``1974 Act'') 
(19 U.S.C. 2483), authorizes the President to embody in the Harmonized 
Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS) the substance of relevant 
provisions of that Act, or other acts affecting import treatment, and 
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NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, acting under the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
the laws of the United States of America, including but not limited to 
section 201(b) of the NAFTA Implementation Act and section 604 of the 
1974 Act, do proclaim that:
(1) In order to provide an accelerated schedule of duty elimination for 
specific goods of Mexico under the terms of general note 12 to the HTS, 
the tariff treatment set forth in the HTS is modified as provided in the 
Annex to this proclamation.
(2) The amendments made to the HTS by the Annex to this proclamation 
shall be effective with respect to goods entered, or withdrawn from 
warehouse for consumption, on or after October 1, 2007.
(3) Any provisions of previous proclamations and Executive Orders that 
are inconsistent with the actions taken in this proclamation are 
superseded to the extent of such inconsistency.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-eighth day 
of September, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH

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Proclamation 8181 of September 28, 2007

National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths among 
American women. During National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we renew 
our commitment to fighting this disease, raising awareness, and 
supporting those affected by breast cancer.
Research has shown that several factors may increase the risk of 
developing breast cancer, including family history, age, genetics, and 
obesity. By making healthy lifestyle choices and exercising regularly, 
individuals can help reduce the risk of developing breast cancer. 
Mammograms, regular self-exams, and clinical breast exams are also vital 
because they can help doctors diagnose cancer before it has a chance to 
spread. When breast cancer is detected early, treatment is more 
effective, giving hope to patients and helping save lives.
My Administration is committed to strengthening our Nation's efforts 
against this devastating disease. Earlier this year I was pleased to 
sign the ``National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program 
Reauthorization Act,'' which will allow us to continue helping low-
income and uninsured women gain access to vital cancer screening. In 
order to best detect and treat breast cancer, Federal agencies are 
collaborating with national organizations, State health agencies, and 
other key groups to promote important disease education and prevention 
activities. Our Nation leads the world in medical research, and through 
the dedicated efforts of thousands of Americans, we can build a 
healthier and more hopeful future for our citizens.
During National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we remember those living 
with breast cancer and their family and friends who provide them with 
love and support. Their courage and determination are an inspiration to 
us all. We also recognize the innovative, lifesaving work of doctors, 
researchers, and other medical professionals. Through their efforts to 
prevent, detect, and treat breast cancer, they are helping make a 
difference in the lives of our citizens. Until we find a cure for breast 
cancer, we will continue our Nation's fight against this disease.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the power vested in me by the Constitution and the 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim October 2007 as National 
Breast Cancer Awareness Month. I call upon Government officials, 
businesses, communities, health care professionals, educators, 
volunteers, and the people of the United States to continue our Nation's 
strong commitment to preventing, treating, and ultimately curing breast 
cancer.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-eighth day 
of September, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH

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Proclamation 8182 of September 28, 2007

National Disability Employment Awareness Month, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

National Disability Employment Awareness Month is an opportunity to 
recognize the contributions and accomplishments of Americans with 
disabilities and to underscore our Nation's commitment to advancing 
employment opportunities for all our citizens.
Americans with disabilities strengthen our country's workforce, and 
their achievements help keep our Nation the world's economic leader. 
Landmark reforms such as the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 
have helped to ensure that individuals with disabilities are better able 
to engage in productive work and participate fully in the life of our 
Nation. It is important that we continue to expand on these 
opportunities for Americans with disabilities by eliminating the 
barriers and false perceptions that hinder them from joining the 
workforce. By enhancing the workplace environment for people with 
disabilities, employers can help provide access to jobs that allow these 
individuals to demonstrate their potential and realize their dreams.
Since 2001, my New Freedom Initiative has helped promote the full 
participation of people with disabilities in all areas of society, 
including education, training, and employment. Programs such as ``Ticket 
to Work'' and services at One-Stop Career Centers have helped improve 
access to employment training and placement services for individuals who 
want to work. Throughout the Federal Government, we have worked to 
improve access to jobs for individuals with disabilities and to promote 
greater inclusiveness in the workforce. Individuals and employers can 
learn more about the Federal Government's disability-related programs by 
visiting DisabilityInfo.gov. We will continue to build on the progress 
that has been made for individuals with disabilities and will work to 
ensure that our Nation remains a place of opportunity for all Americans.
To recognize the contributions of Americans with disabilities and to 
encourage all citizens to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce, the 
Congress (36 U.S.C. 121) has designated October of each year as 
``National Disability Employment Awareness Month.''
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, do hereby proclaim October 2007 as National Disability 
Employment Awareness Month. I call upon Government officials, labor 
leaders, employers, and the people of the United States to observe this 
month with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-eighth day 
of September, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH

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Proclamation 8183 of October 1, 2007

National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

Families are indispensable to a stable society, and they should be a 
place of support to instill responsibility and values in the next 
generation. When a family member is abused, it can have long-term 
damaging effects on the victim that leave a mark on family, friends, and 
the community at large. Our society must continue to work to prevent 
domestic violence and help create a loving and stable environment for 
our children and grandchildren.
National Domestic Violence Awareness Month is an opportunity to renew 
our commitment to preventing domestic violence and to assisting those 
who suffer from its devastating effects. My Administration is dedicated 
to helping victims of domestic violence. The Family Justice Center 
Initiative, announced in 2003, continues to work towards eradicating 
domestic violence in our Nation. This program provides assistance and 
services for victims of domestic violence by bringing professionals, 
advocates, law enforcement, and organizations together at centers 
nationwide. In 2006, I signed legislation that reauthorized the Violence 
Against Women Act to fight domestic violence, dating violence, sexual 
assault, and stalking. We also are working with faith-based and 
community organizations to assist victims in need. In addition, the 
Department of Justice's Domestic Violence Transitional Housing 
Assistance Program provides access to transitional housing services 
while working to move victims of violence into permanent housing.
As we observe National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we underscore 
our commitment to building an America where all citizens can live with 
dignity, work productively, and achieve their dreams. We encourage 
victims and their families and friends to seek assistance through Family 
Justice Centers and to contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 
1-800-799-SAFE. Together, we can help prevent, recognize, and stop 
domestic violence in America.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim October 2007 as 
National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. I urge all Americans to 
reach out to those who have been abused and help educate people about 
the vital importance of ending domestic violence.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this first day of 
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH

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Proclamation 8184 of October 1, 2007

Child Health Day, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

Our Nation is committed to the health and well-being of our youth. On 
Child Health Day, we reaffirm our commitment to helping children develop 
good nutrition habits and active lifestyles, so that they can grow into 
healthy and productive adults.
Children today face many risks, such as alcohol and drug use, obesity, 
smoking, and other dangers. As parents and role models to America's 
youth, we have a responsibility to teach them about the importance of 
healthy behavior, daily exercise, and good nutrition.
My Administration supports programs that give parents, mentors, and 
teachers the resources they need to help and encourage children to 
maintain an active and healthy way of life. The National Youth Anti-Drug 
Media Campaign is working with the Partnership for a Drug-Free America 
to educate our young people about resisting the pressure to use drugs. 
Additionally, the Helping America's Youth initiative, led by First Lady 
Laura Bush, encourages our Nation's children to make healthy choices 
that lead to a better future. The HealthierUS initiative offers ways to 
improve lives, prevent and reduce the costs of disease, and promote 
community health and wellness. These nationwide initiatives provide the 
tools and resources to help children learn the importance of healthy 
living.
With hard work and dedication, parents can encourage good nutrition and 
healthy lifestyles so children can make the right choices, avoid risky 
behavior, and realize their full potential.
On this day it is also appropriate to recognize the important role the 
State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP) has played in helping 
poor children stay healthy. To preserve that role and ensure that poor 
children can get the coverage they need, SCHIP should be reauthorized.
The Congress, by a joint resolution approved May 18, 1928, as amended 
(36 U.S.C. 105), has called for the designation of the first Monday in 
October as ``Child Health Day'' and has requested the President to issue 
a proclamation in observance of this day.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, do hereby proclaim Monday, October 1, 2007, as Child Health 
Day. I call upon families, schools, child health professionals, faith-
based and community organizations, and State and local governments to 
reach out to our Nation's young people, encourage them to avoid 
dangerous behavior, and help them make the right choices and achieve 
their dreams.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this first day of 
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH

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Proclamation 8185 of October 4, 2007

German-American Day, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

Generations of German Americans have helped shape our national culture 
and advance our legacy of freedom. On German-American Day, we recognize 
the many contributions that Americans of German descent have made to our 
vibrant country.
German immigrants, in search of a brighter future, were among the first 
pioneers to settle in Jamestown. Since then, German Americans have 
influenced our society in all walks of life and helped expand our 
democratic heritage and our deeply held belief in individual liberty. 
The leadership and strong spirit of German Americans have helped shape 
our country and advance the great blessings of our Nation.
German-American Day is also an opportunity to honor the strong ties 
between the United States and Germany and to celebrate our friendship. 
On this day, we underscore our commitment to working together to promote 
peace and making the world a more hopeful place.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim October 6, 2007, as 
German-American Day. I encourage all Americans to celebrate the many 
contributions German Americans have made to our Nation's liberty and 
prosperity.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fourth day of 
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8186 of October 4, 2007

Columbus Day, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

In 1492, Christopher Columbus set sail on a journey that changed the 
course of history. On Columbus Day, we celebrate this voyage of 
discovery and honor an Italian explorer who shaped the destiny of the 
New World.
Christopher Columbus' bold journey across the Atlantic opened new 
frontiers of exploration and demonstrated the power of perseverance. His 
journeys inspired other risk-takers and dreamers to test the bounds of 
their imagination and gave them the courage to accomplish great feats, 
whether crossing the world's oceans or walking on the moon. Today, a new 
generation of innovators and pioneers continues to uphold the finest 
values of our country--discipline, ingenuity, and unity in the pursuit 
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As we look back on the contributions of the great explorer from Genoa, 
we also celebrate the many contributions that generations of Italian 
Americans have made to our Nation. Their service to America and ties to 
family, faith, and community have strengthened our country and enriched 
our culture.
In commemoration of Columbus' journey, the Congress, by joint resolution 
of April 30, 1934, and modified in 1968 (36 U.S.C. 107), as amended, has 
requested that the President proclaim the second Monday of October of 
each year as ``Columbus Day.''
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, do hereby proclaim October 8, 2007, as Columbus Day. I call 
upon the people of the United States to observe this day with 
appropriate ceremonies and activities. I also direct that the flag of 
the United States be displayed on all public buildings on the appointed 
day in honor of Christopher Columbus.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fourth day of 
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8187 of October 4, 2007

Leif Erikson Day, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

On Leif Erikson Day, we commemorate the enduring legacy of a brave 
explorer and honor the significant contributions of Nordic Americans who 
continue to enrich our culture and our way of life.
Leif Erikson, a son of Iceland and grandson of Norway, led a determined 
crew across the Atlantic more than 1,000 years ago and became one of the 
first Europeans known to reach North America. The courage of these 
pioneers helped open the world to new exploration and important 
discoveries. Today, Nordic Americans help strengthen our country, and 
their determination and optimism make America a more hopeful land. Our 
Nation continues to benefit from strong ties with Denmark, Finland, 
Iceland, Norway, and Sweden, and we are grateful for their continued 
friendship.
To honor Leif Erikson and to celebrate our citizens of Nordic-American 
heritage, the Congress, by joint resolution (Public Law 88-566) approved 
on September 2, 1964, has authorized the President to proclaim October 9 
of each year as ``Leif Erikson Day.''
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, do hereby proclaim October 9, 2007, as Leif Erikson Day. I call 
upon all Americans to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies, 
activities, and programs to honor our rich Nordic-American heritage.

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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fourth day of 
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8188 of October 4, 2007

Fire Prevention Week, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

During Fire Prevention Week, we reaffirm our commitment to raising 
awareness about fire safety and prevention, and we salute our country's 
firefighters who perform heroic acts to keep their fellow citizens safe.
Fires injure or kill thousands of people each year. Americans can help 
reduce the devastating effects of fires with careful planning and by 
installing smoke alarms and fire extinguishers in their homes and 
workplaces. This year's theme, ``Practice Your Escape Plan,'' highlights 
the importance of creating a fire escape plan and knowing the routes to 
quickly exit a burning building. By taking these special precautions, 
lives can be saved.
America's firefighters demonstrate the true meaning of heroism by taking 
great risks to safeguard our communities. During Fire Prevention Week, 
we honor our selfless firefighters and underscore the importance of fire 
safety. We also pay special tribute to those who have fallen in the line 
of duty. Our country is grateful for their service and sacrifice, and we 
pray for God's comfort and strength for their loved ones.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim October 7 through October 
13, 2007, as Fire Prevention Week. On Sunday, October 7, 2007, in 
accordance with Public Law 107-51, the flag of the United States will be 
flown at half staff on all Federal office buildings in honor of the 
National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service. I call on all Americans 
to participate in this observance through appropriate programs and 
activities and by renewing their efforts to prevent fires and their 
tragic consequences.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fourth day of 
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH

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Proclamation 8189 of October 10, 2007

General Pulaski Memorial Day, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

More than two hundred years after the death of General Casimir Pulaski, 
we honor the life and legacy of a Polish patriot and American 
Revolutionary War soldier who made the ultimate sacrifice for freedom.
Casimir Pulaski first demonstrated his devotion to the cause of liberty 
while defending his native Poland and earned a reputation for courage 
and resolve. He later met Benjamin Franklin in Paris and learned of 
America's struggle for independence. Inspired by freedom's call, Pulaski 
joined General George Washington in the American Revolution in 1777 and 
was soon commissioned as a Brigadier General. General Pulaski recruited 
and trained a special corps of American, Polish, Irish, French, and 
German troops, and he became known as ``the Father of the American 
Cavalry.'' Although he was mortally wounded at the siege of Savannah in 
1779, his legacy lives on.
As we celebrate General Pulaski Memorial Day, we honor a son of Poland 
who stood with our country at the dawn of our independence. Casimir 
Pulaski's determined efforts in Poland and America remind us of the 
great contributions Polish Americans have made to our country. Today, we 
recognize the enduring bond between the Polish and American people, and 
we are grateful for Poland's efforts in support of freedom and democracy 
in Afghanistan and Iraq and in the global war on terror.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim October 11, 2007, as 
General Pulaski Memorial Day. I urge Americans to commemorate this 
occasion with appropriate activities and ceremonies honoring General 
Casimir Pulaski and all those who defend our freedom.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this tenth day of 
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8190 of October 12, 2007

National School Lunch Week, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

The National School Lunch Program provides millions of lunches to our 
Nation's children each school day. During National School Lunch Week, we 
renew our commitment to the health of our children and to ensuring that 
they receive nutritious meals and develop good eating habits.

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Since it began in 1946, the National School Lunch Program has provided 
nutritious meals in schools across the country. The United States 
Department of Agriculture (USDA) has worked to ensure that these meals 
include fresh fruits, vegetables, and milk and that they meet dietary 
recommendations so children limit fat, sodium, cholesterol, and excess 
calories in their diet.
By learning to eat well, children can avoid problems that can lead to 
serious long-term health problems, including heart disease, asthma, and 
diabetes. Team Nutrition, part of the USDA Food and Nutrition Service, 
is playing an important role in promoting good nutrition to children in 
thousands of our Nation's schools, providing training and resources to 
food service professionals across our country.
National School Lunch Week is an opportunity to recognize food service 
professionals, school officials, and parents for their dedicated efforts 
to provide healthy foods to America's children. This week, we recommit 
ourselves to encouraging children to make nutritious food choices and 
lead healthy lifestyles.
In recognition of the contributions of the National School Lunch Program 
to the health, education, and well-being of America's children, the 
Congress, by joint resolution of October 9, 1962 (Public Law 87-780), as 
amended, has designated the week beginning on the second Sunday in 
October of each year as ``National School Lunch Week'' and has requested 
the President to issue a proclamation in observance of this week.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, do hereby proclaim the week of October 14 through October 20, 
2007, as National School Lunch Week. I call upon all Americans to join 
the dedicated individuals who administer the National School Lunch 
Program in appropriate activities that support the health and well-being 
of our Nation's children.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twelfth day of 
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8191 of October 12, 2007

White Cane Safety Day, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

Our country upholds the value of every person, and all Americans deserve 
an opportunity to realize the American dream. Many citizens who are 
blind or visually impaired use white canes to achieve greater 
independence and increase mobility and productivity. On White Cane 
Safety Day, we celebrate the symbolism of the white cane, and we 
underscore our dedication to ensuring more individuals have the ability 
to lead active lives and achieve their personal and professional goals.

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My Administration is committed to helping Americans with disabilities 
live and work with greater freedom. Through the New Freedom Initiative, 
we are building on the progress of the Americans with Disabilities Act 
and helping our citizens who are blind or visually impaired gain greater 
access to the workplace, school, and community life. By working to tear 
down barriers, we are creating a society where all people are encouraged 
to reach their full potential and where the promise of our great Nation 
is accessible for everyone.
The Congress, by joint resolution (Public Law 88-628) approved on 
October 6, 1964, as amended, has designated October 15 of each year as 
``White Cane Safety Day.''
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, do hereby proclaim October 15, 2007, as White Cane Safety Day. 
I call upon public officials, business leaders, educators, and all the 
people of the United States to observe this day with appropriate 
ceremonies, activities, and programs.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twelfth day of 
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8192 of October 19, 2007

National Character Counts Week, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

The greatness of a nation is measured not by power or wealth but by the 
character of its people. During National Character Counts Week, we 
underscore our dedication to promoting values for our young people and 
encourage all Americans to demonstrate good character.
As America's youth strive to become responsible adults, they carry with 
them the values and traditions they were taught as children. At home, 
parents and families can teach universal values such as respect, 
tolerance, self-restraint, fairness, and compassion. In the community, 
we all can set good examples and demonstrate the virtues of leadership, 
patriotism, and responsible citizenship. The members of our Armed Forces 
demonstrate the strength of America's character by answering the call of 
service to our Nation.
Through the Helping America's Youth initiative, caring adults are 
connected with at-risk youth so that they have a mentor and an example 
as they navigate the challenges young people face. By working together, 
we can give children the skill and habits they need to reach their full 
potential.

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During National Character Counts Week and throughout the year, I urge 
all citizens to support the character development of our youth and make 
a difference in the lives of others. One way for all Americans to add to 
the character of our country is to volunteer to help a neighbor in need, 
and more information can be found at volunteer.gov. I encourage every 
American to serve a cause greater than themselves and set a positive 
example in their community.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim October 21 through October 
27, 2007, as National Character Counts Week. I call upon public 
officials, educators, librarians, parents, students, and all Americans 
to observe this week with appropriate ceremonies, activities, and 
programs.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this nineteenth day of 
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8193 of October 19, 2007

National Forest Products Week, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

During National Forest Products Week, we celebrate the rich blessings of 
our Nation's forests, and we recognize the important resources they 
provide to our communities and our economy.
Our Nation's forests supply vital products and create important 
employment opportunities. Trees provide wood to make homes, furniture, 
musical instruments, paper for books and newspapers, and packaging 
materials. These and other products are created by the construction and 
manufacturing industries and provide economic security for many of our 
citizens.
All Americans have an obligation to protect the Earth and a 
responsibility to be good stewards of our land, and my Administration 
has made forest health a high priority. Under the Healthy Forest 
Initiative, we are helping to protect the American people, their 
communities, and the environment from potentially devastating wildfires. 
Together we can conserve our woodlands and help leave a lasting legacy 
for future generations.
Recognizing the importance of our forests in ensuring our Nation's well-
being, the Congress, by Public Law 86-753 (36 U.S.C. 123), as amended, 
has designated the week beginning on the third Sunday in October of each 
year as ``National Forest Products Week'' and has authorized and 
requested the President to issue a proclamation in observance of this 
week.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, do hereby proclaim October 21 through October 27, 2007, as

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National Forest Products Week. I call upon all Americans to observe this 
week with appropriate ceremonies and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this nineteenth day of 
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8194 of October 23, 2007

United Nations Day, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

After World War II, representatives from around the globe gathered to 
begin deliberations on a new international bill of rights. The document 
adopted by the General Assembly of the United Nations, the Universal 
Declaration of Human Rights, stands as a landmark achievement in the 
history of human liberty. On United Nations Day, we recognize the 
contributions of this important body and underscore our dedication to 
reforming the institution and advancing the high ideals on which it was 
founded.
Today, the United Nations must recommit itself to maintaining 
international security and helping solve economic, social, and 
humanitarian problems. This great institution must work for great 
purposes: to free people from tyranny and violence, hunger and disease, 
illiteracy and ignorance, and poverty and despair. With renewed 
commitment and courage, we can pursue the vision of the Universal 
Declaration and build a world where people are free to speak, assemble, 
and worship as they wish, and where opportunity crosses every border.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim October 24, 2007, as 
United Nations Day. I urge the Governors of the 50 States, the Governor 
of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and the officials of other areas 
under the flag of the United States to observe United Nations Day with 
appropriate ceremonies and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-third day of 
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH

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Proclamation 8195 of October 31, 2007

National Adoption Month, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

During National Adoption Month, we recognize the adoptive and foster 
families who have shared their homes and hearts with children in need, 
and we encourage more Americans to consider adopting young people of all 
ages.
Families who adopt show the generous spirit of our Nation. Every child 
desires a permanent home, and when parents adopt a child to love as 
their own, lives are forever changed. For parents, the decision to adopt 
a child is among life's greatest and happiest turning points. On 
November 17, families across the country will celebrate National 
Adoption Day by finalizing their adoptions, and each one of these homes 
will be richer for the addition of new family members.
My Administration is committed to promoting adoption of children of all 
ages. We are working to bring together more children with loving, 
adoptive parents through the Collaboration to AdoptUsKids at 
adoptuskids.org and by providing States with financial assistance 
through the Adoption Incentives Program. The Promoting Safe and Stable 
Families Program helps improve care and services to children and 
families and ensure more young people in America have a caring, secure, 
and permanent home. Together, these efforts are building a brighter 
future for our youth.
During National Adoption Month, we honor adoptive and foster parents as 
they raise children of conviction and character. By accepting the gift 
of these children, parents are helping shape lives and contributing to 
the strength of our great Nation.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim November 2007 as National 
Adoption Month. I call upon all Americans to observe this month with 
appropriate programs and activities to honor adoptive families and to 
participate in efforts to find permanent homes for waiting children.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of 
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH

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Proclamation 8196 of October 31, 2007

National American Indian Heritage Month, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

National American Indian Heritage Month is an opportunity to honor the 
many contributions of American Indians and Alaska Natives and to 
recognize the strong and living traditions of the first people to call 
our land home.
American Indians and Alaska Natives continue to shape our Nation by 
preserving the heritage of their ancestors and by contributing to the 
rich diversity that is our country's strength. Their dedicated efforts 
to honor their proud heritage have helped others gain a deeper 
understanding of the vibrant and ancient customs of the Native American 
community. We also express our gratitude to the American Indians and 
Alaska Natives who serve in our Nation's military and work to extend the 
blessings of liberty around the world.
My Administration is committed to supporting the American Indian and 
Alaska Native cultures. In June, I signed the ``Native American Home 
Ownership Opportunity Act of 2007,'' which reauthorizes the Indian 
Housing Loan Guarantee Program, guaranteeing loans for home improvements 
and expanding home ownership for Native American families. Working with 
tribal governments, we will strive for greater security, healthier 
lifestyles, better schools, and new economic opportunities for American 
Indians and Alaska Natives.
During National American Indian Heritage Month, we underscore our 
commitment to working with tribes on a government-to-government basis 
and to supporting tribal sovereignty and self-determination. During this 
month, I also encourage Federal agencies to continue their work with 
tribal governments to ensure sound cooperation. Efforts such as on-line 
training programs will improve interagency collaboration in the Federal 
Indian Affairs community and help to strengthen relationships with 
tribes, building a brighter future for all our citizens.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim November 2007 as National 
American Indian Heritage Month. I call upon all Americans to commemorate 
this month with appropriate programs and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of 
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH

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Proclamation 8197 of October 31, 2007

National Family Caregivers Month, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

Each year during National Family Caregivers Month, we celebrate all 
those who dedicate themselves to caring for others and recognize their 
efforts to comfort and improve the lives of their loved ones in need.
One of our Nation's defining values is compassion, and we must do our 
best to see that every citizen is treated with dignity and respect. 
Family caregivers demonstrate this compassion, often at great sacrifice, 
to assist with everyday activities for family members who are elderly, 
chronically ill, or disabled. This dedication contributes to a culture 
of caring and responsibility across our country.
My Administration remains committed to supporting family caregivers by 
enhancing their access to services, agencies, and other providers. Late 
last year, I signed ``The Lifespan Respite Care Act of 2006,'' which 
establishes a program to assist family caregivers in accessing 
affordable and high-quality respite care. The National Family Caregiver 
Support Program encourages cooperation among agencies and other 
organizations that support and work with the family caregivers. This 
program offers information, training, and counseling to help family 
caregivers assist their loved ones.
National Family Caregivers Month is a time to recognize family 
caregivers for their good hearts and tireless support. Their love and 
devotion exemplify the true spirit of America.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim November 2007 as National 
Family Caregivers Month. I encourage all Americans to honor the selfless 
service of caregivers who support their loved ones in need.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of 
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8198 of October 31, 2007

National Hospice Month, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

One of America's greatest values is compassion, and our country is 
blessed by all those who dedicate themselves to caring for others. 
During National Hospice Month, we recognize the dedicated professionals 
and volunteers who provide love and comfort to those who are terminally 
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Across our Nation, hospice physicians, nurses, counselors, and 
volunteers provide invaluable support that enables many of our citizens 
to spend their final days in comfort and dignity. By providing physical, 
psychological, and social assistance, hospice care workers help ensure 
their patients can spend valuable time with loved ones. Hospice 
caregivers also help by providing guidance and counseling to the 
families of those who are ill.
Our Nation is committed to helping ensure that citizens with terminal 
illness and their families receive the assistance they need. We believe 
in the dignity and worth of every person at every stage of life, and 
hospice care brings support and comfort to those in need.
Hospice care professionals and volunteers are answering a timeless call 
to love their neighbors as themselves. During National Hospice Month, we 
recognize these individuals for their strength and compassion. Their 
efforts make our country a more loving and caring place.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim November 2007 as National 
Hospice Month. I encourage all Americans to observe this month with 
appropriate programs and activities. I also ask Americans to recognize 
our health care professionals and volunteers for their contributions to 
helping provide comfort and care to those facing terminal illness.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of 
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8199 of October 31, 2007

Veterans Day, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

Throughout our history, America has been protected by patriots who 
cherished liberty and made great sacrifices to advance the cause of 
freedom. The brave members of the United States Armed Forces have 
answered the call to serve our Nation, ready to give all for their 
country. On Veterans Day, we honor these extraordinary Americans for 
their service and sacrifice, and we pay tribute to the legacy of freedom 
and peace that they have given our great Nation.
In times of war and of peace, our men and women in uniform stepped 
forward to defend their fellow citizens and the country they love. They 
shouldered great responsibility and lived up to the highest standards of 
duty and honor. Our veterans held fast against determined and ruthless 
enemies and helped save the world from tyranny and terror. They ensured 
that America remained what our founders meant her to be: a light to the 
nations, spreading the good news of human freedom to the darkest corners 
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Like the heroes before them, today a new generation of men and women are 
fighting for freedom around the globe. Their determination, courage, and 
sacrifice are laying the foundation for a more secure and peaceful 
world.
Veterans Day is dedicated to the extraordinary Americans who protected 
our freedom in years past, and to those who protect it today. They 
represent the very best of our Nation. Every Soldier, Sailor, Airman, 
Marine, and Coast Guardsman has earned the lasting gratitude of the 
American people, and their service and sacrifice will be remembered 
forever. In the words of Abraham Lincoln: `` . . . let us strive on to 
finish the work we are in, to bind up the Nation's wounds, to care for 
him who shall have borne the battle . . . .'' On this Veterans Day, I 
ask all Americans to express their appreciation to our Nation's 
veterans.
With respect for and in recognition of the contributions our service men 
and women have made to the cause of peace and freedom around the world, 
the Congress has provided (5 U.S.C. 6103(a)) that November 11 of each 
year shall be set aside as a legal public holiday to honor our Nation's 
veterans.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, do hereby proclaim November 11, 2007, as Veterans Day and urge 
all Americans to observe November 11 through November 17, 2007, as 
National Veterans Awareness Week. I encourage all Americans to recognize 
the valor and sacrifice of our veterans through ceremonies and prayers. 
I call upon Federal, State, and local officials to display the flag of 
the United States and to support and participate in patriotic activities 
in their communities. I invite civic and fraternal organizations, places 
of worship, schools, businesses, unions, and the media to support this 
national observance with commemorative expressions and programs.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of 
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8200 of October 31, 2007

National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month is an opportunity to honor 
and support those living with Alzheimer's disease. During this month, we 
also seek to express our gratitude to the family members and caretakers 
who love and comfort those afflicted, and we renew our commitment to 
finding a cure to this devastating disease.
The greatest risk factor for Alzheimer's disease is age. Scientists are 
studying how other factors such as family history, nutrition, 
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education, also affect an individual's risk for Alzheimer's disease. The 
National Institutes of Health and the Department of Veterans Affairs 
continue to conduct research to better prevent, detect, and treat 
Alzheimer's disease and provide information and support to caretakers 
and families.
During National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month, we recognize the 
millions of Americans affected by this tragic disease and honor those 
who have lost their lives to Alzheimer's. Americans are grateful for the 
resolve and dedication of medical professionals, scientific researchers, 
family members, and caregivers who give their time and talents and help 
provide hope to many.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim November 2007 as National 
Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month. I call upon the people of the 
United States to observe this month with appropriate programs and 
activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of 
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8201 of October 31, 2007

National Diabetes Month, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

Diabetes is a debilitating disease that affects millions of Americans of 
all ages and all walks of life. National Diabetes Month is an 
opportunity to raise awareness about risk factors, prevention, and 
treatment of this serious disease.
Diabetes is a chronic illness that leaves the body unable to produce or 
properly use insulin to maintain healthy blood glucose levels. The two 
most common forms of the disease that affect our citizens are Type 1 and 
Type 2 diabetes. Type 1 diabetes, once known as juvenile diabetes, is 
usually diagnosed in children and young adults who are unable to produce 
insulin and require daily medication. Type 2 diabetes, the most common 
form of the disease, is often attributed to lifestyle risk factors and 
can be controlled by a modified diet, regular physical activity, and 
medication. Americans can take steps to control the disease and lower 
the risk of complications such as heart disease, stroke, and kidney 
disease by maintaining healthy eating and exercise habits, and 
consulting with a doctor about diabetes testing.
My Administration is committed to providing better care for people 
living with diabetes and furthering efforts to find a cure. We have 
supported research initiatives and education programs that encourage 
healthy living, and we have also modified Medicare coverage to include 
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screenings. This year, the National Institutes of Health estimates that 
more than $1 billion will be spent on diabetes research. By working 
together, we can help identify problems early, manage them before they 
grow worse, and help ensure more Americans live longer, healthier lives.
Throughout National Diabetes Month, we recognize the medical 
professionals, scientists, researchers, and all those whose efforts have 
made a positive difference in the fight against diabetes. By raising 
public awareness, we can help combat the effects of diabetes in our 
society and bring hope to children and families living with this 
disease.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim November 2007 as National 
Diabetes Month. I call upon all Americans to learn more about the risk 
factors and symptoms associated with diabetes and to observe this month 
with appropriate programs and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of 
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8202 of November 8, 2007

World Freedom Day, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

On World Freedom Day, we commemorate the fall of the Berlin Wall and 
reaffirm our conviction that freedom is the inalienable right of every 
man, woman, and child.
On November 9, 1989, the Berlin Wall fell--a triumph of freedom over 
those who denied hope and opportunity to millions. The collapse of this 
barrier signaled the demise of the Soviet empire and ushered in a new 
era of liberty for much of Central and Eastern Europe. In the end, 
tyranny was overpowered by ordinary people who wanted to live their 
lives freely, worship God freely, and speak the truth to their children. 
With moral clarity and courage, brave individuals can change the course 
of history.
Our Nation remains committed to the advance of freedom and democracy as 
the great alternatives to repression and radicalism. America calls on 
every country that stifles dissent to end its repression, to trust its 
people, and to grant its citizens the liberty they deserve.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim November 9, 2007, as World 
Freedom Day. I call upon the people of the United States to observe this 
day with appropriate ceremonies and activities, reaffirming our 
dedication to freedom and democracy.

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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eighth day of 
November, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8203 of November 15, 2007

America Recycles Day, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

As citizens of this great Nation, we have a responsibility to practice 
good environmental stewardship. On America Recycles Day, we underscore 
our commitment to conserving our resources by recycling.
Through curbside collections and drop-off facilities, we are turning 
waste materials--including plastic, glass, aluminum cans, paper, tires, 
batteries, and building materials--into valuable resources. Recycling is 
one of our Nation's most successful environmental initiatives, and my 
Administration is working to increase opportunities for our citizens, 
communities, and businesses to recycle. The Resource Conservation 
Challenge, created by the Environmental Protection Agency, encourages 
public and private partnerships to promote recycling. Through Plug-In To 
eCycling, we are helping reduce waste by providing consumers with 
information on how and where they can donate or safely recycle old 
electronics. Working together, we can conserve valuable resources and 
energy by managing materials more efficiently.
On America Recycles Day and throughout the year, I encourage all 
Americans to recycle appropriate materials and products. By recycling, 
reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and conserving energy, we can help 
build a healthier environment for everyone.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim November 15, 2007, as 
America Recycles Day. I call upon the people of the United States to 
observe this day with appropriate programs and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fifteenth day of 
November, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH

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Proclamation 8204 of November 15, 2007

Thanksgiving Day, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

Americans are a grateful people, ever mindful of the many ways we have 
been blessed. On Thanksgiving Day, we lift our hearts in gratitude for 
the freedoms we enjoy, the people we love, and the gifts of our 
prosperous land.
Our country was founded by men and women who realized their dependence 
on God and were humbled by His providence and grace. The early explorers 
and settlers who arrived in this land gave thanks for God's protection 
and for the extraordinary natural abundance they found. Since the first 
National Day of Thanksgiving was proclaimed by President George 
Washington, Americans have come together to offer thanks for our many 
blessings. We recall the great privilege it is to live in a land where 
freedom is the right of every person and where all can pursue their 
dreams. We express our deep appreciation for the sacrifices of the 
honorable men and women in uniform who defend liberty. As they work to 
advance the cause of freedom, our Nation keeps these brave individuals 
and their families in our thoughts, and we pray for their safe return.
While Thanksgiving is a time to gather in a spirit of gratitude with 
family, friends, and neighbors, it is also an opportunity to serve 
others and to share our blessings with those in need. By answering the 
universal call to love a neighbor as we want to be loved ourselves, we 
make our Nation a more hopeful and caring place.
This Thanksgiving, may we reflect upon the past year with gratefulness 
and look toward the future with hope. Let us give thanks for all we have 
been given and ask God to continue to bless our families and our Nation.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim Thursday, November 22, 
2007, as a National Day of Thanksgiving. I encourage all Americans to 
gather together in their homes and places of worship with family, 
friends, and loved ones to reinforce the ties that bind us and give 
thanks for the freedoms and many blessings we enjoy.
 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fifteenth day of 
November, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH

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Proclamation 8205 of November 16, 2007

National Farm-City Week, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

Our Nation's agricultural industry contributes greatly to the strength 
of our economy. During National Farm-City Week, we honor the hard work 
and dedication of America's farmers and ranchers and we highlight the 
important urban and rural partnerships that help keep our country strong 
and prosperous.
America's farmers and ranchers embody an important part of our national 
heritage. As stewards of our land, our farmers and ranchers protect our 
soil, water, and wildlife habitat. With hard work, discipline, and 
ingenuity, they produce a safe and healthy food supply. Farmers and 
ranchers work closely with processors, transporters, and retailers, 
moving agricultural products from the farm to the homes of Americans and 
people around the world. My Administration is working to open new 
markets for American farm products and to encourage free and fair trade. 
By expanding opportunities for American farmers and ranchers, we can 
help keep our economy strong and growing.
As we celebrate Farm-City Week, we recognize the many contributions of 
America's farmers and ranchers and all those who work to strengthen the 
ties between our rural and urban communities. Our Nation is blessed by 
those who grow, harvest, and deliver these products, and we honor their 
dedication to feeding our country and the world.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim November 16 through 
November 22, 2007, as National Farm-City Week. I encourage all Americans 
to recognize the many accomplishments of our farmers and ranchers, and 
all those who contribute to the strength of America's agricultural 
industry.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this sixteenth day of 
November, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8206 of November 16, 2007

National Family Week, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

As families gather together to celebrate Thanksgiving, we underscore the 
comforting and positive role they play in our society. During National 
Family Week, we celebrate the contributions of families everywhere.

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Families strengthen our communities by teaching important values such as 
compassion and honesty to their children. Families also offer a 
supportive environment and help ensure that children grow into 
responsible members of society. By providing guidance and unconditional 
love, parents shape the character of their children.
My Administration believes that the strength of our Nation is built upon 
the foundation of strong families. To help support families, we have 
doubled the child tax credit, reduced the marriage penalty, and lowered 
tax rates. We are also committed to promoting positive youth 
development. The Helping America's Youth initiative, led by First Lady 
Laura Bush, supports organizations, including faith-based and community 
groups, that continue this important mission.
All Americans are grateful to our Nation's military families, who have 
stood by their loved ones in times of war and peace. Our country will 
always be especially thankful for the sacrifices of our military 
personnel and for their devotion to duty and their love of country. 
During National Family Week, we pray for their safe return and for the 
families who await them at home.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim November 18 through 
November 24, 2007, as National Family Week. I invite the States, 
communities, and all the people of the United States to join together in 
observing this week with appropriate ceremonies and activities to honor 
our Nation's families.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this sixteenth day of 
November, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8207 of November 29, 2007

World AIDS Day, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

On World AIDS Day, we reaffirm our commitment to fighting and preventing 
HIV/AIDS in America and around the world. We also remember those who 
have lost their lives to this terrible disease and those who continue to 
suffer.
HIV/AIDS is a global challenge. In 2003, my Administration launched the 
President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), a $15 billion 
mobilization, to help support prevention, treatment, and care programs 
in some of the hardest hit countries around the world. PEPFAR's ABC 
approach--abstinence, being faithful, and using condoms--with abstinence 
as the only sure way to avoid the sexual transmission of HIV/AIDS, is 
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In the United States as well, HIV/AIDS affects too many of our families, 
neighbors, and friends. We continue to fund research to develop new 
methods of treatment and prevention, and to emphasize voluntary HIV 
screening as a routine part of health care. The Ryan White CARE Act has 
provided Americans in need with better access to medical care, 
antiretroviral treatments, and counseling. With medicine, support, and 
their own daily courage, many citizens are managing a condition that was 
once often fatal.
The pandemic of HIV/AIDS can be defeated. The United States is taking 
the lead in this great effort, and we stand united with our 
international partners in combating this virus. We also recognize the 
essential role that faith-based and community organizations play in 
providing support and compassion to those living with the disease. By 
working together, we can give hope and comfort to millions.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim December 1, 2007, as World 
AIDS Day. On this day and throughout the year, the red ribbon helps 
raise awareness of the importance of fighting HIV/AIDS. This year, the 
White House will display this symbol from the North Portico to represent 
America's commitment to this struggle. I urge the Governors of the 
States and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, officials of the other 
territories subject to the jurisdiction of the United States, and the 
American people to join me in appropriate activities to remember those 
who have lost their lives to AIDS and to provide support and comfort to 
those living with this disease.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-ninth day of 
November, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8208 of November 30, 2007

National Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

Accidents related to drunk and drugged driving claim the lives of 
thousands of Americans every year. During National Drunk and Drugged 
Driving Prevention Month we seek to raise awareness about the dangers of 
driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs and encourage citizens 
to drive responsibly.
As a Nation, we must work together to prevent drunk and drugged driving 
on our roads. We can all play an important role by educating family 
members and friends about the devastating consequences of impaired 
driving and by insisting that they have a designated driver. Businesses, 
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organizations, and faith-based groups can promote substance abuse 
prevention and encourage alternative sources of transportation. By 
encouraging our fellow citizens to make responsible choices, we can help 
save lives.
My Administration is dedicated to strengthening efforts against drunk 
and drugged driving. We have partnered with communities across America 
to increase public awareness about this serious crime and prevent 
impaired drivers from putting themselves and others at risk. Through 
high-visibility enforcement operations, the Department of 
Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is 
helping discourage individuals from drinking and driving. To take drug-
impaired drivers off the streets, the Office of National Drug Control 
Policy is working to give law enforcement officers the tools they need 
to detect when citizens are driving under the influence of drugs.
During National Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month and 
throughout the year, we are reminded of the importance of driving free 
from the influence of alcohol and drugs. By working together, we can 
make our Nation's roadways safer for everyone.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim December 2007 as National 
Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month. I urge all Americans to make 
responsible decisions and take appropriate measures to prevent drunk and 
drugged driving.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirtieth day of 
November, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8209 of December 4, 2007

National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

On December 7, 1941, our Nation was viciously attacked at Pearl Harbor, 
America's Pacific Fleet was battered and broken, and more than 2,400 
American lives were lost. On National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, 
America honors those brave individuals who made the ultimate sacrifice 
in defense of our homeland, and we recognize those veterans who with 
strength and resolve defended our Nation and advanced the cause of 
freedom during World War II.
When it mattered most, an entire generation of Americans stepped forward 
to protect our freedom and to defend liberty. Their devotion to duty and 
willingness to serve a cause greater than self helped secure our future 
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our way of life. Liberty prevailed because of the sacrifice of these 
courageous patriots, and America and her allies preserved a world where 
democracy could flourish. Our Nation remains forever in the debt of 
these brave Americans.
From the unprovoked attack at Pearl Harbor grew a steadfast resolve that 
has made America a defender of freedom around the world, and our mission 
continues as our men and women in uniform serve at home and in distant 
lands. Today, as we defend our Nation's founding ideals, we pay special 
tribute to those who lost their lives at Pearl Harbor, honor our 
veterans of World War II, and celebrate the liberty that makes America a 
lasting symbol of hope to the world.
The Congress, by Public Law 103-308, as amended, has designated December 
7 of each year as ``National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day.''
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, do hereby proclaim December 7, 2007, as National Pearl Harbor 
Remembrance Day. I encourage all Americans to observe this solemn 
occasion with appropriate ceremonies and activities. I urge all Federal 
agencies, interested organizations, groups, and individuals to fly the 
flag of the United States at half-staff this December 7 in honor of 
those who died as a result of their service at Pearl Harbor.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fourth day of 
December, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8210 of December 6, 2007

Human Rights Day, Bill of Rights Day, and Human Rights Week, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

Americans value deeply our ability to speak, assemble, and worship 
freely. As a Nation, we can help freedom-loving people everywhere build 
a world in which these rights are honored and respected. During Human 
Rights Day, Bill of Rights Day, and Human Rights Week, we celebrate the 
freedoms guaranteed to all Americans and protected in our Constitution's 
Bill of Rights.
Many of these fundamental freedoms are still denied to people in 
countries around the world. The United States continues to stand with 
those who work to build democracy and secure the blessings of liberty. 
Individuals are struggling to create free societies in Cuba, Belarus, 
and Syria. And the day will come when they, and the citizens of other 
lands such as North Korea, Iran, Zimbabwe, and Sudan, will no longer be 
restricted from practicing their faith, voicing their opinions, and 
enjoying the many blessings of freedom.

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Freedom and dignity are God's gifts, and during Human Rights Day, Bill 
of Rights Day, and Human Rights Week, we look forward with confidence to 
the eventual triumph of human rights for all mankind.
NOW, THEREFORE, I , GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim December 10, 2007, as 
Human Rights Day; December 15, 2007, as Bill of Rights Day; and the week 
beginning December 10, 2007, as Human Rights Week. I call upon the 
people of the United States to mark these observances with appropriate 
ceremonies and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this sixth day of 
December, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8211 of December 11, 2007

Wright Brothers Day, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

The cause of discovery and exploration is a desire written in the human 
heart. On Wright Brothers Day, we remember the achievement of two young 
brothers on the Outer Banks of North Carolina whose persistence, skill, 
ingenuity, and daring revolutionized the world.
Orville and Wilbur Wright made the first manned, powered flight on 
December 17, 1903. Orville experienced the thrill of flight when he felt 
the first lift of the wing of the small wood and canvas aircraft that 
would travel 120 feet in 12 seconds. The brothers' passion and spirit of 
discovery helped define our Nation and paved the way for future 
generations of innovators to launch satellites, orbit the Earth, and 
travel to the Moon and back.
Our country is continuing the Wright brothers' great American journey. 
My Administration is committed to advancing space science, human space 
flight, and space exploration. We will continue to work to expand the 
horizons of human knowledge to ensure that America is at the forefront 
of discovery for decades to come.
The Congress, by a joint resolution approved December 17, 1963, as 
amended (77 Stat. 402; 36 U.S.C. 143), has designated December 17 of 
each year as ``Wright Brothers Day'' and has authorized and requested 
the President to issue annually a proclamation inviting the people of 
the United States to observe that day with appropriate ceremonies and 
activities.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, do hereby proclaim December 17, 2007, as Wright Brothers Day.

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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eleventh day of 
December, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8212 of December 19, 2007

National Mentoring Month, 2008

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

Millions of Americans lend their time, talent, and energy to become 
mentors and make a difference in children's lives. During National 
Mentoring Month, we honor these caring individuals for their dedication 
to changing our country one heart and soul at a time.
By sharing their knowledge and experiences, mentors serve as examples 
for young people and help teach them the skills they need to succeed in 
life. They also provide stability, instill important values, and build 
confidence in those they assist. Mentors are soldiers in the armies of 
compassion, and they encourage children to set goals and achieve their 
dreams.
My Administration is committed to helping our Nation's children realize 
their full potential by expanding opportunities for Americans to mentor. 
To raise awareness of the challenges facing our youth and encourage 
adults to connect with young people through family, school, and 
community, First Lady Laura Bush is leading the Helping America's Youth 
initiative. Through the USA Freedom Corps, we are connecting individuals 
with volunteer opportunities, including mentors who work with young 
people in schools and community organizations. By encouraging Americans 
to mentor, we are doing our part to see that more of America's children 
grow into strong, confident, and successful adults.
I appreciate all those who reach out to young people and inspire future 
generations to pass on this rich tradition that makes our country 
strong. I urge all Americans to get involved in mentoring programs and 
to visit the USA Freedom Corps website at volunteer.gov to learn more 
about mentoring opportunities in their communities. Together, we can 
build a culture of service and foster a more compassionate society that 
recognizes the value and purpose in every single human life.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim January 2008 as National 
Mentoring Month. I call upon all Americans to recognize the importance 
of mentoring, to look for opportunities to serve as mentors in their 
communities, and to observe this month with appropriate activities and 
programs.

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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this nineteenth day of 
December, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH




Proclamation 8213 of December 20, 2007

To Implement an Amendment to the Dominican Republic-Central America-
United States Free Trade Agreement

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

1. On August 5, 2004, the United States entered into the Dominican 
Republic-Central America-United States Free Trade Agreement (the 
``Agreement'') with Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, El Salvador, 
Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua (the ``Agreement countries''). The 
Congress approved the Agreement in section 101(a) of the Dominican 
Republic-Central America-United States Free Trade Agreement 
Implementation Act (the ``CAFTA-DR Act'') (19 U.S.C. 4011).
2. The Parties to the Agreement entered into an amendment to the 
Agreement on July 27, August 6, and August 14, 2007 (the ``Amendment''). 
The terms of the Amendment are contained in letters of understanding 
between the United States and the Agreement countries described in 
sections 1634(a)(2) and 1634(b)(2) of the Pension Protection Act of 2006 
(Public Law 109-280, 120 Stat. 780).
3. Section 1634 of the Pension Protection Act authorizes the President 
to proclaim modifications to the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the 
United States (HTS) as necessary to carry out the understandings 
described therein subject, in the case of certain provisions of the 
Amendment, to the consultation and layover requirements in section 104 
of the CAFTA-DR Act (19 U.S.C. 4014).
4. Section 203(o) of the CAFTA-DR Act (19 U.S.C. 4033) authorizes the 
President to proclaim, as part of the HTS, the provisions set out in 
Annex 4.1 of the Agreement.
5. Executive Order 11651 of March 3, 1972, as amended, established the 
Committee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements (CITA), 
consisting of representatives of the Departments of State, the Treasury, 
Commerce, and Labor, and the Office of the United States Trade 
Representative, with the representative of the Department of Commerce as 
Chairman, to supervise the implementation of textile trade agreements. 
Consistent with 3 U.S.C. 301, when carrying out functions vested in the 
President by statute and assigned by the President to CITA, the 
officials collectively exercising those functions are all to be officers 
required to be appointed by the President with the advice and consent of 
the Senate.
6. Section 604 of the Trade Act of 1974, as amended (the ``1974 Act'') 
(19 U.S.C. 2483), authorizes the President to embody in the HTS the 
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of relevant provisions of that Act, or other acts affecting import 
treatment, and of actions taken thereunder.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
America, acting under the authority vested in me by the Constitution and 
the laws of the United States of America, including but not limited to 
section 203 of the CAFTA-DR Act, section 1634 of the Pension Protection 
Act, section 301 of title 3, United States Code, and section 604 of the 
1974 Act, do proclaim that:
(1) In order to provide generally for the modifications in the rules for 
determining whether goods imported into the customs territory of the 
United States are eligible for preferential tariff treatment under the 
Agreement, to provide preferential tariff treatment for certain other 
goods under the Agreement, and to make technical and conforming changes 
in the general notes to the HTS, the HTS is modified as set forth in:
 (a) Sections A, B, and C of the Annex to this proclamation; and
 (b) Section D of that Annex.
(2) The modifications to the HTS made by paragraph (1)(a) of this 
proclamation shall enter into effect on the date, as announced by the 
United States Trade Representative in the Federal Register, that the 
Amendment enters into force and shall be effective with respect to goods 
entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after that 
date.
(3) The modifications to the HTS made by paragraph (1)(b) of this 
proclamation shall enter into effect on the date, as announced by the 
United States Trade Representative in the Federal Register, that the 
Amendment has entered into force and the conditions set forth in 
paragraph (a), paragraph (b), or both, of footnote 1 to Appendix 4.1-B 
of the Agreement have been fulfilled, and shall be effective with 
respect to goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, 
on or after that date.
(4) The CITA is authorized to exercise my authority under section 203(o) 
of the CAFTA-DR Act to implement Appendix 4.1-B of the Agreement by 
determining whether and, if so, by what amount, to increase in 
accordance with paragraph 3 or footnote 2 of that Appendix the 
quantitative limits in the provisions of the HTS set out in section D of 
the Annex to this proclamation.
(5)The United States Trade Representative shall modify U.S. note 21 to 
subchapter XXII of chapter 98 of the HTS in a notice published in the 
Federal Register to reflect determinations pursuant to paragraph (4) of 
this proclamation by the CITA.
(6) Any provisions of previous proclamations and Executive Orders that 
are inconsistent with the actions taken in this proclamation are 
superseded to the extent of such inconsistency.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twentieth day of 
December, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH

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Proclamation 8214 of December 27, 2007

To Adjust the Rules of Origin Under the United States-Chile Free Trade 
Agreement and the United States-Singapore Free Trade Agreement

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

1. Section 1206(a) of the Omnibus Trade and Competitiveness Act of 1988 
(the ``1988 Act'') (19 U.S.C. 3006(a)) authorizes the President to 
proclaim modifications to the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United 
States (HTS) based on the recommendations of the U.S. International 
Trade Commission (the ``Commission'') under section 1205 of the 1988 Act 
(19 U.S.C. 3005), if he determines that the modifications are in 
conformity with United States obligations under the International 
Convention on the Harmonized Commodity Description and Coding System 
(the ``Convention'') and do not run counter to the national economic 
interest of the United States. In 2006, the Commission recommended 
modifications to the HTS pursuant to section 1205 of the 1988 Act to 
conform the HTS to amendments made to the Convention. In Presidential 
Proclamation 8097 of December 29, 2006, I modified the HTS pursuant to 
section 1206 of the 1988 Act to conform the HTS to the amendments to the 
Convention.
2. Presidential Proclamation 7746 of December 30, 2003, implemented the 
United States-Chile Free Trade Agreement (USCFTA) with respect to the 
United States and, pursuant to section 201 of the United States-Chile 
Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act (the ``USCFTA Act'') (19 U.S.C. 
3805 note), the staged reductions in rates of duty that I determined to 
be necessary or appropriate to carry out or apply articles 3.3 
(including the schedule of United States duty reductions with respect to 
originating goods set forth in Annex 3.3 to the USCFTA), 3.7, 3.9, and 
3.20(8), (9), (10), and (11) of the USCFTA.
3. In order to ensure the continuation of the staged reductions in rates 
of duty for originating goods from Chile in categories that were 
modified to conform to the Convention, I proclaimed in Presidential 
Proclamation 8097 modifications to the HTS that I determined were 
necessary or appropriate to carry out the duty reductions proclaimed in 
Proclamation 7746.
4. Chile is a party to the Convention. Because the substance of changes 
to the Convention are reflected in slightly differing form in the 
national tariff schedules of the parties to the USCFTA, the rules of 
origin set out in Annex 4.1 of that Agreement must be changed to ensure 
that the tariff and certain other treatment accorded under the USCFTA to 
originating goods will continue to be provided under the tariff 
categories that were modified in Proclamation 8097. The USCFTA parties 
have agreed to make these changes.
5. Section 202 of the USCFTA provides certain rules for determining 
whether a good is an originating good for the purposes of implementing 
tariff treatment under the USCFTA. Section 202(o) of the USCFTA Act 
authorizes the President to proclaim the rules of origin set out in the 
USCFTA and any subordinate tariff categories necessary to carry out the 
USCFTA, subject to the exceptions stated in section 202(o)(2)(A).

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6. I have determined that the modifications to the HTS proclaimed 
pursuant to section 202 of the USCFTA Act and section 1206(a) of the 
1988 Act are necessary or appropriate to ensure the continuation of 
tariff and certain other treatment accorded originating goods under 
tariff categories modified in Proclamation 8097 and to carry out the 
duty reductions proclaimed in Proclamation 7746.
7. Presidential Proclamation 7747 of December 30, 2003, implemented the 
United States-Singapore Free Trade Agreement (USSFTA) with respect to 
the United States and, pursuant to section 201 of the United States-
Singapore Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act (the ``USSFTA Act'') 
(19 U.S.C. 3805 note), the staged reductions in rates of duty that I 
determined necessary or appropriate to carry out or apply articles 2.2, 
2.5, 2.6, and 2.12 of the USSFTA and the schedule of reductions with 
respect to the United States set forth in Annex 2B of the USSFTA.
8. In order to ensure the continuation of the staged reductions in rates 
of duty for originating goods from Singapore in categories that were 
modified to conform to the Convention, in Presidential Proclamation 
8097, I proclaimed modifications to the HTS that I determined were 
necessary or appropriate to carry out the duty reductions proclaimed in 
Proclamation 7747.
9. Singapore is a party to the Convention. Because the substance of the 
changes to the Convention are reflected in slightly differing form in 
the national tariff schedules of the parties to the USSFTA, the 
provisions set out in Annexes 3A and 3B of that Agreement must be 
changed to ensure that the tariff and certain other treatment accorded 
under the USSFTA to originating goods will continue to be provided under 
the tariff categories that were modified in Presidential Proclamation 
8097. The USSFTA parties have agreed to make these changes.
10. Section 202 of the USSFTA Act provides certain rules for determining 
whether a good is an originating good for the purposes of implementing 
tariff treatment under the USSFTA. Section 202(o) of the USSFTA Act 
authorizes the President to proclaim the rules of origin set out in the 
USSFTA and any subordinate tariff categories necessary to carry out the 
USSFTA, subject to certain exceptions set out in section 202(o)(2)(A).
11. I have determined that the modifications to the HTS proclaimed 
pursuant to section 202 of the USSFTA Act are necessary or appropriate 
to ensure that the tariff and certain other treatment accorded 
originating goods under tariff categories modified in Proclamation 8097 
and to carry out the duty reductions proclaimed in Proclamation 7747.
12. Section 604 of the Trade Act of 1974, as amended (the ``Trade Act'') 
(19 U.S.C. 2483), authorizes the President to embody in the HTS the 
substance of the provisions of that Act, and of other Acts, affecting 
import treatment, and actions thereunder, including the removal, 
modification, continuance, or imposition of any rate of duty or other 
import restriction. Section 1206(c) of the 1988 Act, as amended (19 
U.S.C. 3006(c)), provides that any modifications proclaimed by the 
President under section 1206(a) of that Act may not take effect before 
the thirtieth day after the date on which the text of the proclamation 
is published in the Federal Register.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of 
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and the laws of the United States of America, including but not limited 
to section 1206(a) of the 1988 Act, section 202 of the USSFTA Act, 
section 202 of the USCFTA Act, and section 604 of the Trade Act, do 
proclaim that:
(1) In order to reflect in the HTS the modifications to the rules of 
origin under the USCFTA, general note 26 to the HTS is modified as 
provided in Annex I to this proclamation.
(2) In order to reflect in the HTS the modifications to the rules of 
origin under the USSFTA, general note 25 to the HTS is modified as 
provided in Annex II to this proclamation.
(3) Any provisions of previous proclamations and Executive Orders that 
are inconsistent with the actions taken in this proclamation are 
superseded to the extent of such inconsistency.
(4) The modifications and technical rectifications to the HTS set forth 
in Annexes I and II to this proclamation shall be effective with respect 
to goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or 
after the later of (i) February 1, 2008, or (ii) the thirtieth day after 
the date of publication of this proclamation in the Federal Register.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-seventh day 
of December, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH

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                            EXECUTIVE ORDERS


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Executive Order 13422 of January 18, 2007

Further Amendment to Executive Order 12866 on Regulatory Planning and 
Review

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and laws 
of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered that Executive 
Order 12866 of September 30, 1993, as amended, is further amended as 
follows:

Section 1. Section 1 is amended as follows:

(a) Section 1(b)(1) is amended to read as follows:

``(1) Each agency shall identify in writing the specific market failure 
(such as externalities, market power, lack of information) or other 
specific problem that it intends to address (including, where applicable, 
the failures of public institutions) that warrant new agency action, as 
well as assess the significance of that problem, to enable assessment of 
whether any new regulation is warranted.''

(b) by inserting in section 1(b)(7) after ``regulation'' the words ``or 
guidance document''.

(c) by inserting in section 1(b)(10) in both places after ``regulations'' 
the words ``and guidance documents''.

(d) by inserting in section 1(b)(11) after ``its regulations'' the words 
``and guidance documents''.

(e) by inserting in section 1(b)(12) after ``regulations'' the words ``and 
guidance documents''.

Sec. 2. Section 2 is amended as follows:

(a) by inserting in section 2(a) in both places after ``regulations'' the 
words ``and guidance documents''.

(b) by inserting in section 2(b) in both places after ``regulations'' the 
words ``and guidance documents''.

Sec. 3. Section 3 is amended as follows:

(a) by striking in section 3(d) ``or `rule' '' after `` `Regulation' '';

(b) by striking in section 3(d)(1) ``or rules'' after ``Regulations'';

(c) by striking in section 3(d)(2) ``or rules'' after ``Regulations'';

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(d) by striking in section 3(d)(3) ``or rules'' after ``Regulations'';

(e) by striking in section 3(e) ``rule or'' from ``final rule or 
regulation'';

(f) by striking in section 3(f) ``rule or'' from ``rule or regulation'';

(g) by inserting after section 3(f) the following:

    ``(g) ``Guidance document'' means an agency statement of 
general applicability and future effect, other than a regulatory 
action, that sets forth a policy on a statutory, regulatory, or 
technical issue or an interpretation of a statutory or regulatory 
issue.

(h) ``Significant guidance document'' --

    (1) Means a guidance document disseminated to regulated 
entities or the general public that, for purposes of this order, 
may reasonably be anticipated to:
(A) Lead to an annual effect of $100 million or more or adversely 
affect in a material way the economy, a sector of the economy, 
productivity, competition, jobs, the environment, public health or 
safety, or State, local, or tribal governments or communities;
(B) Create a serious inconsistency or otherwise interfere with an 
action taken or planned by another agency;
(C) Materially alter the budgetary impact of entitlements, grants, 
user fees, or loan programs or the rights or obligations of 
recipients thereof; or
(D) Raise novel legal or policy issues arising out of legal 
mandates, the President's priorities, or the principles set forth 
in this Executive order; and (2) Does not include:
(A) Guidance documents on regulations issued in accordance with 
the formal rulemaking provisions of 5 U.S.C. 556, 557;
(B) Guidance documents that pertain to a military or foreign 
affairs function of the United States, other than procurement 
regulations and regulations involving the import or export of non-
defense articles and services;
(C) Guidance documents on regulations that are limited to agency 
organization, management, or personnel matters; or
(D) Any other category of guidance documents exempted by the 
Administrator of OIRA.''

Sec. 4. Section 4 is amended as follows:

(a) Section 4(a) is amended to read as follows: ``The Director may convene 
a meeting of agency heads and other government personnel as appropriate to 
seek a common understanding of priorities and to coordinate regulatory 
efforts to be accomplished in the upcoming year.''

(b) The last sentence of section 4(c)(1) is amended to read as follows: 
``Unless specifically authorized by the head of the agency, no rulemaking 
shall commence nor be included on the Plan without the approval of the 
agency's Regulatory Policy Office, and the Plan shall contain at a 
minimum:''.

(c) Section 4(c)(1)(B) is amended by inserting ``of each rule as well as 
the agency's best estimate of the combined aggregate costs and benefits of 
all its regulations planned for that calendar year to assist with the 
identification of priorities'' after ``of the anticipated costs and 
benefits''.

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(d) Section 4(c)(1)(C) is amended by inserting ``, and specific citation to 
such statute, order, or other legal authority'' after ``court order''.

Sec. 5. Section 6 is amended as follows:

(a) by inserting in section 6(a)(1) ``In consultation with OIRA, each 
agency may also consider whether to utilize formal rulemaking procedures 
under 5 U.S.C. 556 and 557 for the resolution of complex determinations'' 
after ``comment period of not less than 60 days.''

(b) by amending the first sentence of section 6(a)(2) to read as follows: 
``Within 60 days of the date of this Executive order, each agency head 
shall designate one of the agency's Presidential Appointees to be its 
Regulatory Policy Officer, advise OMB of such designation, and annually 
update OMB on the status of this designation.''

Sec. 6. Sections 9-11 are redesignated respectively as sections 10-12.

Sec. 7. After section 8, a new section 9 is inserted as follows:

    ``Sec. 9. Significant Guidance Documents. Each agency shall 
provide OIRA, at such times and in the manner specified by the 
Administrator of OIRA, with advance notification of any 
significant guidance documents. Each agency shall take such steps 
as are necessary for its Regulatory Policy Officer to ensure the 
agency's compliance with the requirements of this section. Upon 
the request of the Administrator, for each matter identified as, 
or determined by the Administrator to be, a significant guidance 
document, the issuing agency shall provide to OIRA the content of 
the draft guidance document, together with a brief explanation of 
the need for the guidance document and how it will meet that need. 
The OIRA Administrator shall notify the agency when additional 
consultation will be required before the issuance of the 
significant guidance document.''

Sec. 8. Newly designated section 10 is amended to read as follows:

    ``Sec. 10. Preservation of Agency Authority. Nothing in this 
order shall be construed to impair or otherwise affect the 
authority vested by law in an agency or the head thereof, 
including the authority of the Attorney General relating to 
litigation.''
George W. Bush
The White House,
    January 18, 2007.




Executive Order 13423 of January 24, 2007

Strengthening Federal Environmental, Energy, and Transportation 
Management

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the 
laws of the United States of America, and to strengthen the 
environmental, energy, and transportation management of Federal 
agencies, it is hereby ordered as follows:
Section 1. Policy. It is the policy of the United States that Federal 
agencies conduct their environmental, transportation, and energy-related 
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under the law in support of their respective missions in an 
environmentally, economically and fiscally sound, integrated, 
continuously improving, efficient, and sustainable manner.
Sec. 2. Goals for Agencies. In implementing the policy set forth in 
section 1 of this order, the head of each agency shall:
(a) improve energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions of the 
agency, through reduction of energy intensity by (i) 3 percent annually 
through the end of fiscal year 2015, or (ii) 30 percent by the end of 
fiscal year 2015, relative to the baseline of the agency's energy use in 
fiscal year 2003;
(b) ensure that (i) at least half of the statutorily required renewable 
energy consumed by the agency in a fiscal year comes from new renewable 
sources, and (ii) to the extent feasible, the agency implements 
renewable energy generation projects on agency property for agency use;
(c) beginning in FY 2008, reduce water consumption intensity, relative 
to the baseline of the agency's water consumption in fiscal year 2007, 
through life-cycle cost-effective measures by 2 percent annually through 
the end of fiscal year 2015 or 16 percent by the end of fiscal year 
2015;
(d) require in agency acquisitions of goods and services (i) use of 
sustainable environmental practices, including acquisition of biobased, 
environmentally preferable, energy-efficient, water-efficient, and 
recycled-content products, and (ii) use of paper of at least 30 percent 
post-consumer fiber content;
(e) ensure that the agency (i) reduces the quantity of toxic and 
hazardous chemicals and materials acquired, used, or disposed of by the 
agency, (ii) increases diversion of solid waste as appropriate, and 
(iii) maintains cost-effective waste prevention and recycling programs 
in its facilities;
(f) ensure that (i) new construction and major renovation of agency 
buildings comply with the Guiding Principles for Federal Leadership in 
High Performance and Sustainable Buildings set forth in the Federal 
Leadership in High Performance and Sustainable Buildings Memorandum of 
Understanding (2006), and (ii) 15 percent of the existing Federal 
capital asset building inventory of the agency as of the end of fiscal 
year 2015 incorporates the sustainable practices in the Guiding 
Principles;
(g) ensure that, if the agency operates a fleet of at least 20 motor 
vehicles, the agency, relative to agency baselines for fiscal year 2005, 
(i) reduces the fleet's total consumption of petroleum products by 2 
percent annually through the end of fiscal year 2015, (ii) increases the 
total fuel consumption that is non-petroleum-based by 10 percent 
annually, and (iii) uses plug-in hybrid (PIH) vehicles when PIH vehicles 
are commercially available at a cost reasonably comparable, on the basis 
of life-cycle cost, to non-PIH vehicles; and
(h) ensure that the agency (i) when acquiring an electronic product to 
meet its requirements, meets at least 95 percent of those requirements 
with an Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT)-
registered electronic product, unless there is no EPEAT standard for 
such product, (ii)

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enables the Energy Star feature on agency computers and monitors, (iii) 
establishes and implements policies to extend the useful life of agency 
electronic equipment, and (iv) uses environmentally sound practices with 
respect to disposition of agency electronic equipment that has reached 
the end of its useful life.
Sec. 3. Duties of Heads of Agencies. In implementing the policy set 
forth in section 1 of this order, the head of each agency shall:
(a) implement within the agency sustainable practices for (i) energy 
efficiency, greenhouse gas emissions avoidance or reduction, and 
petroleum products use reduction, (ii) renewable energy, including 
bioenergy, (iii) water conservation, (iv) acquisition, (v) pollution and 
waste prevention and recycling, (vi) reduction or elimination of 
acquisition and use of toxic or hazardous chemicals, (vii) high 
performance construction, lease, operation, and maintenance of 
buildings, (viii) vehicle fleet management, and (ix) electronic 
equipment management;
(b) implement within the agency environmental management systems (EMS) 
at all appropriate organizational levels to ensure (i) use of EMS as the 
primary management approach for addressing environmental aspects of 
internal agency operations and activities, including environmental 
aspects of energy and transportation functions, (ii) establishment of 
agency objectives and targets to ensure implementation of this order, 
and (iii) collection, analysis, and reporting of information to measure 
performance in the implementation of this order;
(c) establish within the agency programs for (i) environmental 
management training, (ii) environmental compliance review and audit, and 
(iii) leadership awards to recognize outstanding environmental, energy, 
or transportation management performance in the agency;
(d) within 30 days after the date of this order (i) designate a senior 
civilian officer of the United States, compensated annually in an amount 
at or above the amount payable at level IV of the Executive Schedule, to 
be responsible for implementation of this order within the agency, (ii) 
report such designation to the Director of the Office of Management and 
Budget and the Chairman of the Council on Environmental Quality, and 
(iii) assign the designated official the authority and duty to (A) 
monitor and report to the head of the agency on agency activities to 
carry out subsections (a) and (b) of this section, and (B) perform such 
other duties relating to the implementation of this order within the 
agency as the head of the agency deems appropriate;
(e) ensure that contracts entered into after the date of this order for 
contractor operation of government-owned facilities or vehicles require 
the contractor to comply with the provisions of this order with respect 
to such facilities or vehicles to the same extent as the agency would be 
required to comply if the agency operated the facilities or vehicles;
(f) ensure that agreements, permits, leases, licenses, or other legally-
binding obligations between the agency and a tenant or concessionaire 
entered into after the date of this order require, to the extent the 
head of the agency determines appropriate, that the tenant or 
concessionaire take actions relating to matters within the scope of the 
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(g) provide reports on agency implementation of this order to the 
Chairman of the Council on such schedule and in such format as the 
Chairman of the Council may require; and
(h) provide information and assistance to the Director of the Office of 
Management and Budget, the Chairman of the Council, and the Federal 
Environmental Executive.
Sec. 4. Additional Duties of the Chairman of the Council on 
Environmental Quality. In implementing the policy set forth in section 1 
of this order, the Chairman of the Council on Environmental Quality:
(a) (i) shall establish a Steering Committee on Strengthening Federal 
Environmental, Energy, and Transportation Management to advise the 
Director of the Office of Management and Budget and the Chairman of the 
Council on the performance of their functions under this order that 
shall consist exclusively of (A) the Federal Environmental Executive, 
who shall chair, convene and preside at meetings of, determine the 
agenda of, and direct the work of, the Steering Committee, and (B) the 
senior officials designated under section 3(d)(i) of this order, and 
(ii) may establish subcommittees of the Steering Committee, to assist 
the Steering Committee in developing the advice of the Steering 
Committee on particular subjects;
(b) may, after consultation with the Director of the Office of 
Management and Budget and the Steering Committee, issue instructions to 
implement this order, other than instructions within the authority of 
the Director to issue under section 5 of this order; and
(c) shall administer a presidential leadership award program to 
recognize exceptional and outstanding environmental, energy, or 
transportation management performance and excellence in agency efforts 
to implement this order.
Sec. 5. Duties of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget. 
In implementing the policy set forth in section 1 of this order, the 
Director of the Office of Management and Budget shall, after 
consultation with the Chairman of the Council and the Steering 
Committee, issue instructions to the heads of agencies concerning:
(a) periodic evaluation of agency implementation of this order;
(b) budget and appropriations matters relating to implementation of this 
order;
(c) implementation of section 2(d) of this order; and
(d) amendments of the Federal Acquisition Regulation as necessary to 
implement this order.
Sec. 6. Duties of the Federal Environmental Executive. A Federal 
Environmental Executive designated by the President shall head the 
Office of the Federal Environmental Executive, which shall be maintained 
in the Environmental Protection Agency for funding and administrative 
purposes. In implementing the policy set forth in section 1 of this 
order, the Federal Environmental Executive shall:
(a) monitor, and advise the Chairman of the Council on, performance by 
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(b) submit a report to the President, through the Chairman of the 
Council, not less often than once every 2 years, on the activities of 
agencies to implement this order; and
(c) advise the Chairman of the Council on the Chairman's exercise of 
authority granted by subsection 4(c) of this order.
Sec. 7. Limitations. (a) This order shall apply to an agency with 
respect to the activities, personnel, resources, and facilities of the 
agency that are located within the United States. The head of an agency 
may provide that this order shall apply in whole or in part with respect 
to the activities, personnel, resources, and facilities of the agency 
that are not located within the United States, if the head of the agency 
determines that such application is in the interest of the United 
States.
(b) The head of an agency shall manage activities, personnel, resources, 
and facilities of the agency that are not located within the United 
States, and with respect to which the head of the agency has not made a 
determination under subsection (a) of this section, in a manner 
consistent with the policy set forth in section 1 of this order to the 
extent the head of the agency determines practicable.
Sec. 8. Exemption Authority. (a) The Director of National Intelligence 
may exempt an intelligence activity of the United States, and related 
personnel, resources, and facilities, from the provisions of this order, 
other than this subsection and section 10, to the extent the Director 
determines necessary to protect intelligence sources and methods from 
unauthorized disclosure.
(b) The head of an agency may exempt law enforcement activities of that 
agency, and related personnel, resources, and facilities, from the 
provisions of this order, other than this subsection and section 10, to 
the extent the head of an agency determines necessary to protect 
undercover operations from unauthorized disclosure.
(c) (i) The head of an agency may exempt law enforcement, protective, 
emergency response, or military tactical vehicle fleets of that agency 
from the provisions of this order, other than this subsection and 
section 10.
(ii) Heads of agencies shall manage fleets to which paragraph (i) of 
this subsection refers in a manner consistent with the policy set forth 
in section 1 of this order to the extent they determine practicable.
(d) The head of an agency may submit to the President, through the 
Chairman of the Council, a request for an exemption of an agency 
activity, and related personnel, resources, and facilities, from this 
order.
Sec. 9. Definitions. As used in this order:
(a) ``agency'' means an executive agency as defined in section 105 of 
title 5, United States Code, excluding the Government Accountability 
Office;
(b) ``Chairman of the Council'' means the Chairman of the Council on 
Environmental Quality, including in the Chairman's capacity as Director 
of the Office of Environmental Quality;
(c) ``Council'' means the Council on Environmental Quality;
(d) ``environmental'' means environmental aspects of internal agency 
operations and activities, including those environmental aspects related 
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(e) ``greenhouse gases'' means carbon dioxide, methane, nitrous oxide, 
hydrofluorocarbons, perfluorocarbons, and sulfur hexafluoride;
(f) ``life-cycle cost-effective'' means the life-cycle costs of a 
product, project, or measure are estimated to be equal to or less than 
the base case (i.e., current or standard practice or product);
(g) ``new renewable sources'' means sources of renewable energy placed 
into service after January 1, 1999;
(h) ``renewable energy'' means energy produced by solar, wind, biomass, 
landfill gas, ocean (including tidal, wave, current and thermal), 
geothermal, municipal solid waste, or new hydroelectric generation 
capacity achieved from increased efficiency or additions of new capacity 
at an existing hydroelectric project;
(i) ``energy intensity'' means energy consumption per square foot of 
building space, including industrial or laboratory facilities;
(j) ``Steering Committee'' means the Steering Committee on Strengthening 
Federal Environmental, Energy, and Transportation Management established 
under subsection 4(b) of this order;
(k) ``sustainable'' means to create and maintain conditions, under which 
humans and nature can exist in productive harmony, that permit 
fulfilling the social, economic, and other requirements of present and 
future generations of Americans; and
(l) ``United States'' when used in a geographical sense, means the fifty 
states, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, Guam, 
American Samoa, the United States Virgin Islands, and the Northern 
Mariana Islands, and associated territorial waters and airspace.
Sec. 10. General Provisions. (a) This order shall be implemented in a 
manner consistent with applicable law and subject to the availability of 
appropriations.
(b) Nothing in this order shall be construed to impair or otherwise 
affect the functions of the Director of the Office of Management and 
Budget relating to budget, administrative, or legislative proposals.
(c) This order is intended only to improve the internal management of 
the Federal Government and is not intended to, and does not, create any 
right or benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in 
equity by a party against the United States, its departments, agencies, 
instrumentalities, entities, officers, employees or agents, or any other 
person.
Sec. 11. Revocations; Conforming Provisions. (a) The following are 
revoked:
(i) Executive Order 13101 of September 14, 1998;
(ii) Executive Order 13123 of June 3, 1999;
(iii) Executive Order 13134 of August 12, 1999, as amended;
(iv) Executive Order 13148 of April 21, 2000; and
(v) Executive Order 13149 of April 21, 2000.
(b) In light of subsection 317(e) of the National Defense Authorization 
Act for Fiscal Year 2002 (Public Law 107-107), not later than January 1 
of each year through and including 2010, the Secretary of Defense shall 
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the Senate and the House of Representatives a report regarding progress 
made toward achieving the energy efficiency goals of the Department of 
Defense.
(c) Section 3(b)(vi) of Executive Order 13327 of February 4, 2004, is 
amended by striking ``Executive Order 13148 of April 21, 2000'' and 
inserting in lieu thereof ``other executive orders''.
George W. Bush
The White House,
    January 24, 2007.




Executive Order 13424 of January 26, 2007

Further Amendment to Executive Order 13285, Relating to the President's 
Council on Service and Civic Participation

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the 
laws of the United States of America, and in order to extend the 
President's Council on Service and Civic Participation, it is hereby 
ordered that Executive Order 13285 of January 29, 2003, as amended, is 
further amended by revising section 4(b) to read as follows: ``(b) 
Unless further extended by the President, this order shall expire on 
November 30, 2008.''
George W. Bush
The White House,
     January 26, 2007.




Executive Order 13425 of February 14, 2007

Trial of Alien Unlawful Enemy Combatants by Military Commission

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the 
laws of the United States of America, including the Military Commissions 
Act of 2006 (Public Law 109-366), the Authorization for Use of Military 
Force (Public Law 107-40), and section 948b(b) of title 10, United 
States Code, it is hereby ordered as follows:
Section 1. Establishment of Military Commissions. There are hereby 
established military commissions to try alien unlawful enemy combatants 
for offenses triable by military commission as provided in chapter 47A 
of title 10.
Sec. 2. Definitions. As used in this order:
(a) ``unlawful enemy combatant'' has the meaning provided for that term 
in section 948a(1) of title 10; and
(b) ``alien'' means a person who is not a citizen of the United States.

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Sec. 3. Supersedure. This order supersedes any provision of the 
President's Military Order of November 13, 2001 (66 Fed. Reg. 57,833), 
that relates to trial by military commission, specifically including:
(a) section 4 of the Military Order; and
(b) any requirement in section 2 of the Military Order, as it relates to 
trial by military commission, for a determination of:
(i) reason to believe specified matters; or
(ii) the interest of the United States.
Sec. 4. General Provisions. (a) This order shall be implemented in 
accordance with applicable law and subject to the availability of 
appropriations.
(b) The heads of executive departments and agencies shall provide such 
information and assistance to the Secretary of Defense as may be 
necessary to implement this order and chapter 47A of title 10.
(c) This order is not intended to, and does not, create any right or 
benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity by 
any party against the United States, its departments, agencies, 
entities, officers, employees, or agents, or any other person.
George W. Bush
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    February 14, 2007.




Executive Order 13426 of March 6, 2007

Establishing a Commission on Care for America's Returning Wounded 
Warriors and a Task Force on Returning Global War on Terror Heroes

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the 
laws of the United States of America, and to provide a comprehensive 
review of the care provided to America's returning Global War on Terror 
service men and women from the time they leave the battlefield through 
their return to civilian life, it is hereby ordered as follows:
Section 1. Establishment of Commission. There is established the 
President's Commission on Care for America's Returning Wounded Warriors 
(Commission).
Sec. 2. Membership of Commission. The Commission shall be composed of 
nine members appointed by the President. The President shall designate 
two Co-Chairs from among the members of the Commission.
Sec. 3. Mission of Commission. The mission of the Commission shall be 
to:
(a) examine the effectiveness of returning wounded service members' 
transition from deployment in support of the Global War on Terror to 
successful return to productive military service or civilian society, 
and recommend needed improvements;
(b) evaluate the coordination, management, and adequacy of the delivery 
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other benefits and services to returning wounded Global War on Terror 
service members by Federal agencies as well as by the private sector, 
and recommend ways to ensure that programs provide high-quality 
services;
(c) (i) analyze the effectiveness of existing outreach to service 
members regarding such benefits and services, and service members' level 
of awareness of and ability to access these benefits and services, and 
(ii) identify ways to reduce barriers to and gaps in these benefits and 
services; and
(d) consult with foundations, veterans service organizations, non-profit 
groups, faith-based organizations, and others as appropriate, in 
performing the Commission's functions under subsections (a) through (c) 
of this section.
Sec. 4. Administration of Commission.
(a) The Secretary of Defense shall, to the extent permitted by law, 
provide administrative support and funding for the Commission. To the 
extent permitted by law, office space, analytical support, and staff 
support for the Commission shall be provided by the Department of 
Defense.
(b) Members of the Commission shall serve without any compensation for 
their work on the Commission. Members of the Commission appointed from 
among private citizens of the United States, while engaged in the work 
of the Commission, may be allowed travel expenses, including per diem in 
lieu of subsistence, as authorized by law for persons serving 
intermittently in Government service (5 U.S.C. 5701-5707), consistent 
with the availability of funds.
(c) The Co-Chairs of the Commission shall select an Executive Director 
to coordinate administration of the Commission.
(d) The heads of executive branch departments and agencies shall, to the 
extent permitted by law, provide the Commission with information as 
requested by the Co-Chairs.
(e) The Co-Chairs of the Commission shall convene and preside at the 
meetings of the Commission, determine its agenda, and direct its work.
(f) The functions of the President under the Federal Advisory Committee 
Act, as amended (5 U.S.C. App.)(Act), except for those in section 6 of 
that Act, that are applicable to the Commission, shall be performed by 
the Secretary of Defense, in accordance with the guidelines that have 
been issued by the Administrator of General Services.
Sec. 5. Report of Commission. The Commission shall report its 
recommendations to the President through the Secretary of Defense and 
the Secretary of Veterans Affairs. The Commission shall issue a final 
report by June 30, 2007, unless the Co-Chairs provide written notice to 
the President that an extension is necessary, in which case the 
Commission shall issue the final report by July 31, 2007.
Sec. 6. Termination of Commission. The Commission shall terminate 30 
days after submitting its final report, unless extended by the President 
prior to that date.
Sec. 7. Establishment of Task Force. The Secretary of Veterans Affairs 
(Secretary) shall establish within the Department of Veterans Affairs 
for administrative purposes only an Interagency Task Force on Returning 
Global War on Terror Heroes (Task Force).

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Sec. 8. Membership and Operation of Task Force. The Task Force shall 
consist exclusively of the following members, or their designees who 
shall be at the Under Secretary level (or its equivalent) or higher:
(a) the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, who shall serve as Chair;
(b) the Secretary of Defense;
(c) the Secretary of Labor;
(d) the Secretary of Health and Human Services;
(e) the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development;
(f) the Secretary of Education;
(g) the Director of the Office of Management and Budget;
(h) the Administrator of the Small Business Administration; and
(i) other officers or employees of the United States, as determined by 
the Secretary.
The Secretary or the Secretary's designee shall convene and preside at 
meetings of the Task Force and direct its work. The Secretary shall 
designate an official of the Department of Veterans Affairs to serve as 
the Executive Secretary of the Task Force, and the Executive Secretary 
shall head any staff assigned to the Task Force.
Sec. 9. Mission of Task Force. The mission of the Task Force shall be 
to:
(a) identify and examine existing Federal services that currently are 
provided to returning Global War on Terror service members;
(b) identify existing gaps in such services;
(c) seek recommendations from appropriate Federal agencies on ways to 
fill those gaps as effectively and expeditiously as possible using 
existing resources; and
(d) (i) ensure that in providing services to these service members, 
appropriate Federal agencies are communicating and cooperating 
effectively, and (ii) facilitate the fostering of agency communications 
and cooperation through informal and formal means, as appropriate.
Sec. 10. Administration of Task Force. The Secretary of Veterans Affairs 
shall, to the extent permitted by law, provide administrative support 
and funding for the Task Force.
Sec. 11. Action Plan of Task Force. Consistent with applicable law, the 
Task Force shall outline a Government-wide action plan that identifies 
existing Federal services for returning Global War on Terror service men 
and women and that ensures the provision of such services to those 
service members as effectively and expeditiously as possible. The Task 
Force shall submit the action plan to the President within 45 days of 
the date of this order.
Sec. 12. Termination of Task Force. The Secretary, with the approval of 
the President, shall terminate the Task Force upon the completion of its 
duties.
Sec. 13. General Provisions.

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(a) Nothing in this order shall be construed to impair or otherwise 
affect (i) authority granted by law to an agency or the head thereof, or 
(ii) functions of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget 
relating to budget, administrative, or legislative proposals.
(b) This order shall be implemented consistent with applicable law and 
subject to the availability of appropriations.
(c) This order is not intended to, and does not, create any right or 
benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity, 
against the United States, its departments, agencies, entities, 
officers, employees, agents, or any other person.
George W. Bush
The White House,
    March 6, 2007.




Executive Order 13427 of March 7, 2007

Extending Privileges and Immunities to the Permanent Observer Mission of 
the Holy See to the United Nations

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the 
laws of the United States of America, including section 7(b) of the 
Department of State Authorities Act of 2006 (22 U.S.C. 288l), I hereby 
extend to the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See to the United 
Nations in New York, and to its members, the privileges and immunities 
enjoyed by the diplomatic missions of member states to the United 
Nations, and members of such missions, subject to corresponding 
conditions and obligations.
This extension of privileges and immunities is not intended to abridge 
in any respect privileges or immunities that the Permanent Observer 
Mission of the Holy See to the United Nations in New York and its 
members otherwise may have acquired or may acquire by law.
George W. Bush
The White House,
    March 7, 2007.




Executive Order 13428 of April 2, 2007

Renaming a National Forest in the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the 
laws of the United States of America, including section 1 of the Act of 
June 4, 1897 (16 U.S.C. 473) and section 1 of the Act of July 1, 1902 
(48 U.S.C. 746), and to rename the Caribbean National Forest in the 
Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, it is hereby ordered as follows:
Section 1. The Caribbean National Forest in the Commonwealth of Puerto 
Rico is hereby renamed the ``El Yunque National Forest.''

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Sec. 2. Previous references to the Caribbean National Forest in 
Executive Order 7059-A of June 4, 1935, and Executive Order 10992 of 
February 9, 1962, shall, for all purposes hereafter, be deemed 
references to the ``El Yunque National Forest.''
Sec. 3. This order shall be implemented in accordance with applicable 
law and subject to the availability of appropriations.
Sec. 4. This order is not intended to, and does not, create any right or 
benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity by 
any party against the United States, agencies, entities, officers, 
employees, or agents thereof, or any other person.
George W. Bush
The White House,
    April 2, 2007.




Executive Order 13429 of April 4, 2007

Establishing an Emergency Board To Investigate a Dispute Between Metro-
North Railroad and Its Maintenance of Way Employees Represented by the 
International Brotherhood of Teamsters

A dispute exists between Metro-North Railroad and its maintenance of way 
employees represented by the International Brotherhood of Teamsters.
The dispute has not heretofore been adjusted under the provisions of the 
Railway Labor Act, as amended, 45 U.S.C. 151-188 (the ``Act'').
A first emergency board to investigate and report on this dispute and 
disputes of other employees represented by other labor organizations was 
established on December 7, 2006, by Executive Order 13417 of December 6, 
2006. The emergency board terminated upon issuance of its report. 
Subsequently, its recommendations were not accepted by the parties.
A party empowered by the Act has requested that the President establish 
a second emergency board pursuant to section 9A of the Act (45 U.S.C. 
159a).
Section 9A(e) of the Act provides that the President, upon such request, 
shall appoint a second emergency board to investigate and report on the 
dispute.
NOW, THEREFORE, by the authority vested in me as President by the 
Constitution and the laws of the United States, including section 9A of 
the Act, it is hereby ordered as follows:
Section 1. Establishment of Emergency Board (Board). There is 
established, effective April 6, 2007, a Board of three members to be 
appointed by the President to investigate and report on this dispute. No 
member shall be pecuniarily or otherwise interested in any organization 
of railroad employees or any carrier. The Board shall perform its 
functions subject to the availability of funds.

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Sec. 2. Report. Within 30 days after the creation of the Board, the 
parties to the dispute shall submit to the Board final offers for 
settlement of the dispute. Within 30 days after the submission of final 
offers for settlement of the dispute, the Board shall submit a report to 
the President setting forth its selection of the most reasonable offer.
Sec. 3. Maintaining Conditions. As provided by section 9A(h) of the Act, 
from the time a request to establish a second emergency board is made 
until 60 days after the Board submits its report to the President, the 
parties to the controversy shall make no change in the conditions out of 
which the dispute arose except by agreement of the parties.
Sec. 4. Records Maintenance. The records and files of the Board are 
records of the Office of the President and upon the Board's termination 
shall be maintained in the physical custody of the National Mediation 
Board.
Sec. 5. Expiration. The Board shall terminate upon the submission of the 
report provided for in section 2 of this order.
George W. Bush
The White House,
    April 4, 2007.




Executive Order 13430 of April 18, 2007

2007 Amendments to the Manual for Courts-Martial, United States

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the 
laws of the United States of America, including chapter 47 of title 10, 
United States Code (Uniform Code of Military Justice, 10 U.S.C. 801-
946), and in order to prescribe amendments to the Manual for Courts-
Martial, United States, prescribed by Executive Order 12473 of April 13, 
1984, as amended, it is hereby ordered as follows:
Section 1. Part II of the Manual for Courts-Martial, United States, is 
amended as follows:

(a) R.C.M. 703(b)(1) is amended by adding at the end the following new 
sentences:

``With the consent of both the accused and Government, the military judge 
may authorize any witness to testify via remote means. Over a party's 
objection, the military judge may authorize any witness to testify on 
interlocutory questions via remote means or similar technology if the 
practical difficulties of producing the witness outweigh the significance 
of the witness' personal appearance (although such testimony will not be 
admissible over the accused's objection as evidence on the ultimate issue 
of guilt). Factors to be considered include, but are not limited to, the 
costs of producing the witness; the timing of the request for production of 
the witness; the potential delay in the interlocutory proceeding that may 
be caused by the production of the witness; the willingness of the witness 
to testify in person; the likelihood of significant interference

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with military operational deployment, mission accomplishment, or essential 
training; and, for child witnesses, the traumatic effect of providing in-
court testimony.''

(b) R.C.M. 804 is amended by redesignating paragraphs (b), (c), and (d) as 
paragraphs (c), (d), and (e), respectively, and inserting the following new 
paragraph (b):

``(b) Presence by remote means. If authorized by the regulations of the 
Secretary concerned, the military judge may order the use of audiovisual 
technology, such as videoteleconferencing technology, between the parties 
and the military judge for purposes of Article 39(a) sessions. Use of such 
audiovisual technology will satisfy the ``presence'' requirement of the 
accused only when the accused has a defense counsel physically present at 
his location. Such technology may include two or more remote sites as long 
as all parties can see and hear each other.''

(c) R.C.M. 804(c)(2) is redesignated as R.C.M. 804(d)(2) and amended to 
read as follows:

``(2) Procedure. The accused's absence will be conditional upon his being 
able to view the witness' testimony from a remote location. Normally, 
transmission of the testimony will include a system that will transmit the 
accused's image and voice into the courtroom from a remote location as well 
as transmission of the child's testimony from the courtroom to the 
accused's location. A one-way transmission may be used if deemed necessary 
by the military judge. The accused will also be provided private, 
contemporaneous communication with his counsel. The procedures described 
herein shall be employed unless the accused has made a knowing and 
affirmative waiver of these procedures.''

(d) R.C.M. 805(a) is amended by adding at the end the following new 
sentence:

``If authorized by regulations of the Secretary concerned, for purposes of 
Article 39(a) sessions solely, the presence of the military judge at 
Article 39(a) sessions may be satisfied by the use of audiovisual 
technology, such as videoteleconferencing technology.''

(e) R.C.M. 805(c) is amended by adding at the end the following new 
sentences:

``If authorized by regulations of the Secretary concerned, for purposes of 
Article 39(a) sessions solely, the presence of counsel at Article 39(a) 
sessions may be satisfied by the use of audiovisual technology, such as 
videoteleconferencing technology. At least one qualified defense counsel 
shall be physically present with the accused.''

(f) R.C.M. 914A is amended by deleting the third sentence of paragraph (a).

(g) R.C.M. 914A is further amended by redesignating paragraph (b) as 
paragraph (c) and inserting the following new paragraph (b):

``(b) Definition. As used in this rule, ``remote live testimony'' includes, 
but is not limited to, testimony by videoteleconference, closed circuit 
television, or similar technology.''

(h) New Rule R.C.M. 914B is inserted after R.C.M. 914A:

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``Rule 914B. Use of remote testimony.

(a) General procedures. The military judge shall determine the procedures 
used to take testimony via remote means. At a minimum, all parties shall be 
able to hear each other, those in attendance at the remote site shall be 
identified, and the accused shall be permitted private, contemporaneous 
communication with his counsel.

(b) Definition. As used in this rule, testimony via ``remote means'' 
includes, but is not limited to, testimony by videoteleconference, closed 
circuit television, telephone, or similar technology.''

(i) R.C.M. 1001(e)(2)(D) is amended by deleting the ``or'' before ``former 
testimony'' and inserting ``, or testimony by remote means'' after ``former 
testimony.''

Sec. 2. Part IV of the Manual for Courts-Martial, United States, is 
amended as follows:

(a) Paragraph 4.c.(6) is amended by redesignating paragraph (f) as 
paragraph (g) and inserting the following new paragraph (f):

``(f) Article 119a-attempting to kill an unborn child''

(b) Paragraph 12a is amended by replacing the word ``Transportation'' with 
the words ``Homeland Security''.

(c) Paragraph 35a is amended to read as follows:

``(a) Any person subject to this chapter who --

(1) operates or physically controls any vehicle, aircraft, or vessel in a 
reckless or wanton manner or while impaired by a substance described in 
section 912a(b) of this title (Article 112a(b)); or

(2) operates or is in actual physical control of any vehicle, aircraft, or 
vessel while drunk or when the alcohol concentration in the person's blood 
or breath is equal to or exceeds the applicable limit under subsection (b), 
shall be punished as a court-martial may direct.

(b)(1) For purposes of subsection (a), the applicable limit on the alcohol 
concentration in a person's blood or breath is as follows:

(A) In the case of the operation or control of a vehicle, aircraft, or 
vessel in the United States, such limit is the lesser of --

(i) the blood alcohol content limit under the law of the State in which the 
conduct occurred, except as may be provided under paragraph (2) for conduct 
on a military installation that is in more than one State; or

(ii) the blood alcohol content limit specified in paragraph (3).

(B) In the case of the operation or control of a vehicle, aircraft, or 
vessel outside the United States, the applicable blood alcohol content 
limit is the blood alcohol content limit specified in paragraph (3) or such 
lower limit as the Secretary of Defense may by regulation prescribe.

(2) In the case of a military installation that is in more than one State, 
if those States have different blood alcohol content limits under their 
respective State laws, the Secretary may select one such blood alcohol 
content limit to apply uniformly on that installation.

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(3) For purposes of paragraph (1), the blood alcohol content limit with 
respect to alcohol concentration in a person's blood is 0.10 grams of 
alcohol per 100 milliliters of blood and with respect to alcohol 
concentration in a person's breath is 0.10 grams of alcohol per 210 liters 
of breath, as shown by chemical analysis.

(4) In this subsection:

(A) The term ``blood alcohol content limit'' means the amount of alcohol 
concentration in a person's blood or breath at which operation or control 
of a vehicle, aircraft, or vessel is prohibited.

(B) The term ``United States'' includes the District of Columbia, the 
Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Guam, and American Samoa 
and the term ``State'' includes each of those jurisdictions.

(d) Paragraph 35b(2)(c) is amended to read as follows:

``(c) the alcohol concentration in the accused's blood or breath equaled to 
or exceeded the applicable limit under subparagraph (b) of paragraph 35a. 
[NOTE: If injury resulted add the following element]''

(e) Para 35f is amended to read as follows:

``In that ------------------ (personal jurisdiction data), did (at/onboard 
location)(subject matter jurisdiction data, if required), on or about ----
---------- 20----, (in the motor pool area)(near the Officer's Club)(at the 
intersection of ---------- and ------------)(while in the Gulf of 
Mexico)(while in flight over North America) physically control [a vehicle, 
to wit: (a truck)(a passenger car)(------------)] [an aircraft, to wit: (an 
AH 64 helicopter)(an F 14 A fighter)(a KC 135 tanker)(------------------
)][a vessel, to wit: (the aircraft carrier USS)(the Coast Cutter)(--------
--)], [while drunk][while impaired by ----------][while the alcohol 
concentration in his (blood or breath equaled or exceeded the applicable 
limit under subparagraph (b) of paragraph 35a) as shown by chemical 
analysis][in a (reckless)(wanton) manner by (attempting to pass another 
vehicle on a sharp curve)(by ordering that the aircraft be flown below the 
authorized altitude)][and did thereby cause said 
(vehicle)(aircraft)(vessel) to (strike and )(injure ------------------)].''

(f) By inserting the new paragraph 44a:

``44a. Article 119a--Death or injury of an unborn child

a. Text.

(a)(1) Any person subject to this chapter who engages in conduct that 
violates any of the provisions of law listed in subsection (b) and thereby 
causes the death of, or bodily injury (as defined in section 1365 of title 
18 to, a child who is in utero at the time the conduct takes place, is 
guilty of a separate offense under this section and shall, upon conviction, 
be punished by such punishment, other than death, as a court-martial may 
direct, which shall be consistent with the punishments prescribed by the 
President for that conduct had that injury or death occurred to the unborn 
child's mother.

(2) An offense under this section does not require proof that --

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(i) the person engaging in the conduct had knowledge or should have had 
knowledge that the victim of the underlying offense was pregnant; or

(ii) the accused intended to cause the death of, or bodily injury to, the 
unborn child.

(3) If the person engaging in the conduct thereby intentionally kills or 
attempts to kill the unborn child, that person shall, instead of being 
punished under paragraph (1), be punished as provided under sections 880, 
918, and 919(a) of this title (articles 80, 118, and 119(a)) for 
intentionally killing or attempting to kill a human being.

(4) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the death penalty shall not 
be imposed for an offense under this section.

(b) The provisions referred to in subsection (a) are sections 918, 919(a), 
919(b)(2), 920(a), 922, 924, 926, and 928 of this title (articles 118, 
119(a), 119(b)(2), 120(a), 122, 124, 126, and 128).

(c) Nothing in this section shall be construed to permit the prosecution

(1) of any person authorized by state or federal law to perform abortions 
for conduct relating to an abortion for which the consent of the pregnant 
woman, or a person authorized by law to act on her behalf, has been 
obtained or for which such consent is implied by law;

(2) of any person for any medical treatment of the pregnant woman or her 
unborn child; or

(3) of any woman with respect to her unborn child.

(d) As used in this section, the term ``unborn child'' means a child in 
utero, and the term ``child in utero'' or ``child who is in utero'' means a 
member of the species homo sapiens, at any stage of development, who is 
carried in the womb.

b. Elements.

(1) Injuring an unborn child.

(a) That the accused was engaged in the [(murder (article 118)), (voluntary 
manslaughter (article 119(a))), (involuntary manslaughter (article 
119(b)(2))), (rape (article 120)), (robbery (article 122)), (maiming 
(article 124)), (assault (article 128)), of] or [burning or setting afire, 
as arson (article 126), of (a dwelling inhabited by) (a structure or 
property (known to be occupied by) (belonging to))] a woman;

(b) That the woman was then pregnant; and

(c) That the accused thereby caused bodily injury to the unborn child of 
that woman.

(2) Killing an unborn child.

(a) That the accused was engaged in the [(murder (article 118)), (voluntary 
manslaughter (article 119(a))), (involuntary manslaughter (article 
119(b)(2))), (rape (article 120)), (robbery (article 122)), (maiming 
(article 124)), (assault (article 128)), of] or [burning or setting afire, 
as arson (article 126), of (a dwelling inhabited by) (a structure or 
property known to (be occupied by) (belong to))] a woman;

(b) That the woman was then pregnant; and

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(c) That the accused thereby caused the death of the unborn child of that 
woman.

(3) Attempting to kill an unborn child.

(a) That the accused was engaged in the [(murder (article 118)), (voluntary 
manslaughter (article 119(a))), (involuntary manslaughter (article 
119(b)(2))), (rape (article 120)), (robbery (article 122)), (maiming 
(article 124)), (assault (article 128)), of] or [burning or setting afire, 
as arson (article 126), of (a dwelling inhabited by) (a structure or 
property (known to be occupied by) (belonging to))] a woman;

(b) That the woman was then pregnant; and

(c) That the accused thereby intended and attempted to kill the unborn 
child of that woman.

(4) Intentionally killing an unborn child.

(a) That the accused was engaged in the [(murder (article 118)), (voluntary 
manslaughter (article 119(a))), (involuntary manslaughter (article 
119(b)(2))), (rape (article 120)), (robbery (article 122)), (maiming 
(article 124)), (assault (article 128)), of] or [burning or setting afire, 
as arson (article 126), of (a dwelling inhabited by) (a structure or 
property (known to be occupied by) (belonging to))] a woman;

(b) That the woman was then pregnant; and

(c) That the accused thereby intentionally killed the unborn child of that 
woman.

c. Explanation.

(1) Nature of offense. This article makes it a separate, punishable crime 
to cause the death of or bodily injury to an unborn child while engaged in 
arson (article 126, UCMJ); murder (article 118, UCMJ); voluntary 
manslaughter (article 119(a), UCMJ); involuntary manslaughter (article 
119(b)(2), UCMJ); rape (article 120(a), UCMJ); robbery (article 122, UCMJ); 
maiming (article 124, UCMJ); or assault (article 128, UCMJ) against a 
pregnant woman. For all underlying offenses, except arson, this article 
requires that the victim of the underlying offense be the pregnant mother. 
For purposes of arson, the pregnant mother must have some nexus to the 
arson such that she sustained some ``bodily injury'' due to the arson. For 
the purposes of this article the term ``woman'' means a female of any age. 
This article does not permit the prosecution of any --

(a) person for conduct relating to an abortion for which the consent of the 
pregnant woman, or a person authorized by law to act on her behalf, has 
been obtained or for which such consent is implied by law;

(b) person for any medical treatment of the pregnant woman or her unborn 
child; or

(c) woman with respect to her unborn child.

(2) The offenses of ``injuring an unborn child'' and ``killing an unborn 
child'' do not require proof that --

(a) the person engaging in the conduct (the accused) had knowledge or 
should have had knowledge that the victim of the underlying offense was 
pregnant; or

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(b) the accused intended to cause the death of, or bodily injury to, the 
unborn child.

(3) The offense of ``attempting to kill an unborn child'' requires that the 
accused intended by his conduct to cause the death of the unborn child (See 
paragraph b(3)(c) above).

(4) Bodily injury. For the purpose of this offense, the term ``bodily 
injury'' is that which is provided by section 1365 of title 18, to wit: a 
cut, abrasion, bruise, burn, or disfigurement; physical pain; illness; 
impairment of the function of a bodily member, organ, or mental faculty; or 
any other injury to the body, no matter how temporary.

(5) Unborn child. ``Unborn child'' means a child in utero or a member of 
the species homo sapiens who is carried in the womb, at any stage of 
development, from conception to birth.

d. Lesser included offenses.

(1) Killing an unborn child. Article 119a--injuring an unborn child

(2) Intentionally killing an unborn child.

(a) Article 119a--killing an unborn child

(b) Article 119a--injuring an unborn child

(c) Article 119a--attempts (attempting to kill an unborn child)

e. Maximum punishment.
The maximum punishment for (1) Injuring an unborn child; (2) Killing an 
unborn child; (3) Attempting to kill an unborn child; or (4) 
Intentionally killing an unborn child is such punishment, other than 
death, as a court-martial may direct, but shall be consistent with the 
punishment had the bodily injury, death, attempt to kill, or intentional 
killing occurred to the unborn child's mother.
f. Sample specifications.

(1) Injuring an unborn child.

In that ----------------------------------------------------(personal 
jurisdiction data), did (at/on board--location), (subject-matter 
jurisdiction data, if required), on or about ------------------ 20------, 
cause bodily injury to the unborn child of , a pregnant woman, by engaging 
in the [(murder) (voluntary manslaughter) (involuntary manslaughter) (rape) 
(robbery) (maiming) (assault) of] [(burning) (setting afire) of (a dwelling 
inhabited by) (a structure or property known to (be occupied by) (belong 
to))] that woman.

(2) Killing an unborn child.

In that ----------------------------------------------------(personal 
jurisdiction data), did (at/on board--location), (subject-matter 
jurisdiction data, if required), on or about ------------------ 20------, 
cause the death of the unborn child of , a pregnant woman, by engaging in 
the [(murder) (voluntary manslaughter) (involuntary manslaughter) (rape) 
(robbery) (maiming) (assault) of] [(burning) (setting afire) of (a dwelling 
inhabited by) (a structure or property known to (be occupied by) (belong 
to))] that woman.

(3) Attempting to kill an unborn child.

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In that ----------------------------------------------------(personal 
jurisdiction data), did (at/on board--location), (subject-matter 
jurisdiction data, if required), on or about ------------------ 20------, 
attempt to kill the unborn child of , a pregnant woman, by engaging in the 
[(murder) (voluntary manslaughter) (involuntary manslaughter) (rape) 
(robbery) (maiming) (assault) of] [(burning) (setting afire) of (a dwelling 
inhabited by) (a structure or property known to (be occupied by) (belong 
to))] that woman.

(4) Intentionally killing an unborn child.

In that ----------------------------------------------------(personal 
jurisdiction data), did (at/on board--location), (subject-matter 
jurisdiction data, if required), on or about ------------------ 20------, 
intentionally kill the unborn child of , a pregnant woman, by engaging in 
the [(murder) (voluntary manslaughter) (involuntary manslaughter) (rape) 
(robbery) (maiming) (assault) of] [(burning) (setting afire) of (a dwelling 
inhabited by) (a structure or property known to (be occupied by) (belong 
to))] that woman.''

(g) By inserting the new paragraph 45a to read:

``45a. Article 120a Stalking

a. Text

(a) Any person subject to this section:

(1) who wrongfully engages in a course of conduct directed at a specific 
person that would cause a reasonable person to fear death or bodily harm, 
including sexual assault, to himself or herself or a member of his or her 
immediate family;

(2) who has knowledge, or should have knowledge, that the specific person 
will be placed in reasonable fear of death or bodily harm, including sexual 
assault, to himself or herself or a member of his or her immediate family; 
and

(3) whose acts induce reasonable fear in the specific person of death or 
bodily harm, including sexual assault, to himself or herself or to a member 
of his or her immediate family; is guilty of stalking and shall be punished 
as a court-martial may direct.

(b) In this section:

(1) The term ``course of conduct'' means:

(A) a repeated maintenance of visual or physical proximity to a specific 
person; or

(B) a repeated conveyance of verbal threat, written threats, or threats 
implied by conduct, or a combination of such threats, directed at or 
towards a specific person.

(2) The term ``repeated,'' with respect to conduct, means two or more 
occasions of such conduct.

(3) The term ``immediate family,'' in the case of a specific person, means 
a spouse, parent, child, or sibling of the person, or any other family 
member, relative, or intimate partner of the person who regularly resides 
in the household of the person or who within the six months preceding

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the commencement of the course of conduct regularly resided in the 
household of the person.

b. Elements.

(1) That the accused wrongfully engaged in a course of conduct directed at 
a specific person that would cause a reasonable person to fear death or 
bodily harm to himself or herself or a member of his or her immediate 
family;

(2) That the accused had knowledge, or should have had knowledge, that the 
specific person would be placed in reasonable fear of death or bodily harm 
to himself or herself or a member of his or her immediate family; and

(3) That the accused's acts induced reasonable fear in the specific person 
of death or bodily harm to himself or herself or to a member of his or her 
immediate family.

c. Explanation. See Paragraph 54.c(1)(a) for an explanation of ``bodily 
harm''.
d. Lesser included offenses. Article 80--attempts.
e. Maximum punishment. Dishonorable discharge, forfeiture of all pay and 
allowances, and confinement for 3 years.
f. Sample Specification.
In that ------------------------------------------(personal jurisdiction 
data), who (knew)(should have known) that ------------ would be placed 
in reasonable fear of (death)(bodily harm) to (himself) (herself) (----
--------, a member of his or her immediate family) did (at/on board--
location), (subject-matter jurisdiction data, if required), (on or about 
------------------ 20------)(from about ------------to about ----------
-- 20----), wrongfully engage in a course of conduct directed at ------
------, to wit: -------------------------- ---------------- thereby 
inducing in ----------------, a reasonable fear of (death)(bodily harm) 
to (himself)(herself) (--------, a member of his or her immediate 
family).''
Sec. 3. Part V of the Manual for Courts-Martial, United States, is 
amended as follows:

(a) Paragraph 5.c.(8) is amended by replacing the word ``foreign'' with the 
word ``hardship.''

(b) Paragraph 7(e) is amended by replacing the word ``Transportation'' with 
the words ``Homeland Security''.

Sec. 4. Part IV of the Manual for Courts-Martial, United States, is 
amended by replacing the word ``Transportation'' with the words 
``Homeland Security.''
Sec. 5. These amendments shall take effect 30 days from the date of this 
order.

(a) Nothing in these amendments shall be construed to make punishable any 
act done or omitted prior to the effective date of this order that was not 
punishable when done or omitted.

(b) Nothing in these amendments shall be construed to invalidate any 
nonjudicial punishment proceedings, restraint, investigation, referral of 
charges, trial in which arraignment occurred, or other action begun prior

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to the effective date of this order, and any such nonjudicial punishment, 
restraint, investigation, referral of charges, trial, or other action may 
proceed in the same manner and with the same effect as if these amendments 
had not been prescribed.

George W. Bush
The White House,
     April 18, 2007.




Executive Order 13431 of May 8, 2007

Establishment of Temporary Organization To Facilitate United States 
Government Assistance for Transition in Iraq

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the 
laws of the United States of America, including section 202 of the 
Revised Statutes (22 U.S.C. 2656) and section 3161 of title 5, United 
States Code, it is hereby ordered as follows:
Section 1. Establishment. There is established within the Department of 
State, in accordance with section 3161 of title 5, United States Code, a 
temporary organization to be known as the Iraq Transition Assistance 
Office (ITAO).
Sec. 2. Purpose of the Temporary Organization. The purpose of the ITAO 
shall be to perform the specific project of supporting executive 
departments and agencies in concluding remaining large infrastructure 
projects expeditiously in Iraq, in facilitating Iraq's transition to 
self-sufficiency, and in maintaining an effective diplomatic presence in 
Iraq.
Sec. 3. Functions of the Temporary Organization. In carrying out its 
purpose set forth in section 2, the ITAO shall:
(a) support executive departments and agencies in Iraq in their 
implementation of United States Government foreign assistance in Iraq;
(b) continue coordination, oversight, and reporting concerning remaining 
Iraq Relief and Reconstruction Fund (IRRF) monies;
(c) assume the functions assigned to the Iraq Reconstruction Management 
Office (IRMO) remaining as of the date of this order; and
(d) perform such other functions related to the specific project set 
forth in section 2 as the Secretary of State (Secretary) may assign.
Sec. 4. Personnel and Administration. (a) The ITAO shall be headed by a 
Director selected by the Secretary.
(b) The Secretary shall transfer from the IRMO to the ITAO the 
personnel, assets, liabilities, and records of the IRMO.
Sec. 5. General Provisions. (a) This order shall be implemented in 
accordance with applicable law, subject to the availability of 
appropriations, and consistent with presidential guidance.
(b) This order is not intended to, and does not, create any right, 
benefit, or privilege, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or 
in equity by

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any party against the United States, its departments, agencies, 
instrumentalities, or entities, its officers or employees, or any other 
person.
(c) The ITAO shall terminate at the end of the maximum period permitted 
by section 3161(a)(1) of title 5, United States Code, unless sooner 
terminated by the Secretary.
George W. Bush
The White House,
    May 8, 2007.




Executive Order 13432 of May 14, 2007

Cooperation Among Agencies in Protecting the Environment With Respect to 
Greenhouse Gas Emissions From Motor Vehicles, Nonroad Vehicles, and 
Nonroad Engines

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the 
laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered as follows:
Section 1. Policy. It is the policy of the United States to ensure the 
coordinated and effective exercise of the authorities of the President 
and the heads of the Department of Transportation, the Department of 
Energy, and the Environmental Protection Agency to protect the 
environment with respect to greenhouse gas emissions from motor 
vehicles, nonroad vehicles, and nonroad engines, in a manner consistent 
with sound science, analysis of benefits and costs, public safety, and 
economic growth.
Sec. 2. Definitions. As used in this order:
(a) ``agencies'' refers to the Department of Transportation, the 
Department of Energy, and the Environmental Protection Agency, and all 
units thereof, and ``agency'' refers to any of them;
(b) ``alternative fuels'' has the meaning specified for that term in 
section 301(2) of the Energy Policy Act of 1992 (42 U.S.C. 13211(2));
(c) ``authorities'' include the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. 7401-7671q), 
the Energy Policy Act of 1992 (Public Law 102-486), the Energy Policy 
Act of 2005 (Public Law 109-58), the Energy Policy and Conservation Act 
(Public Law 94-163), and any other current or future laws or regulations 
that may authorize or require any of the agencies to take regulatory 
action that directly or indirectly affects emissions of greenhouse gases 
from motor vehicles;
(d) ``greenhouse gases'' has the meaning specified for that term in 
Executive Order 13423 of January 24, 2007;
(e) ``motor vehicle'' has the meaning specified for that term in section 
216(2) of the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. 7550(2));
(f) ``nonroad engine'' has the meaning specified for that term in 
section 216(10) of the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. 7550(10));
(g) ``nonroad vehicle'' has the meaning specified for that term in 
section 216(11) of the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. 7550(11));

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(h) ``regulation'' has the meaning specified for that term in section 
3(d) of Executive Order 12866 of September 30, 1993, as amended 
(Executive Order 12866); and
(i) ``regulatory action'' has the meaning specified for that term in 
section 3(e) of Executive Order 12866.
Sec. 3. Coordination Among the Agencies. In carrying out the policy set 
forth in section 1 of this order, the head of an agency undertaking a 
regulatory action that can reasonably be expected to directly regulate 
emissions, or to substantially and predictably affect emissions, of 
greenhouse gases from motor vehicles, nonroad vehicles, nonroad engines, 
or the use of motor vehicle fuels, including alternative fuels, shall:
(a) undertake such a regulatory action, to the maximum extent permitted 
by law and determined by the head of the agency to be practicable, 
jointly with the other agencies;
(b) in undertaking such a regulatory action, consider, in accordance 
with applicable law, information and recommendations provided by the 
other agencies;
(c) in undertaking such a regulatory action, exercise authority vested 
by law in the head of such agency effectively, in a manner consistent 
with the effective exercise by the heads of the other agencies of the 
authority vested in them by law; and
(d) obtain, to the extent permitted by law, concurrence or other views 
from the heads of the other agencies during the development and 
preparation of the regulatory action and prior to any key decision 
points during that development and preparation process, and in no event 
later than 30 days prior to publication of such action.
Sec. 4. Duties of the Heads of Agencies. (a) To implement this order, 
the head of each agency shall:
(1) designate appropriate personnel within the agency to (i) direct the 
agency's implementation of this order, (ii) ensure that the agency keeps 
the other agencies and the Office of Management and Budget informed of 
the agency regulatory actions to which section 3 refers, and (iii) 
coordinate such actions with the agencies;
(2) in coordination as appropriate with the Committee on Climate Change 
Science and Technology, continue to conduct and share research designed 
to advance technologies to further the policy set forth in section 1 of 
this order;
(3) facilitate the sharing of personnel and the sharing of information 
among the agencies to further the policy set forth in section 1 of this 
order;
(4) coordinate with the other agencies to avoid duplication of requests 
to the public for information from the public in the course of 
undertaking such regulatory action, consistent with the Paperwork 
Reduction Act (44 U.S.C. 3501et seq.); and
(5) consult with the Secretary of Agriculture whenever a regulatory 
action will have a significant effect on agriculture related to the 
production or use of ethanol, biodiesel, or other renewable fuels, 
including actions undertaken in whole or in part based on authority or 
requirements in title XV

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of the Energy Policy Act of 2005, or the amendments made by such title, 
or when otherwise appropriate or required by law.
(b) To implement this order, the heads of the agencies acting jointly 
may allocate as appropriate among the agencies administrative 
responsibilities relating to regulatory actions to which section 3 
refers, such as publication of notices in the Federal Register and 
receipt of comments in response to notices.
Sec. 5. Duties of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget 
and the Chairman of the Council on Environmental Quality. (a) The 
Director of the Office of Management and Budget, with such assistance 
from the Chairman of the Council on Environmental Quality as the 
Director may require, shall monitor the implementation of this order by 
the heads of the agencies and shall report thereon to the President from 
time to time, and not less often than semiannually, with any 
recommendations of the Director for strengthening the implementation of 
this order.
(b) To implement this order and further the policy set forth in section 
1, the Director of the Office of Management and Budget may require the 
heads of the agencies to submit reports to, and coordinate with, such 
Office on matters related to this order.
Sec. 6. General Provisions. (a) This order shall be implemented in 
accordance with applicable law and subject to the availability of 
appropriations.
(b) This order shall not be construed to impair or otherwise affect the 
functions of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget 
relating to budget, administrative, and legislative proposals.
(c) This order is not intended to, and does not, create any right, 
benefit or privilege, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or 
in equity by any party against the United States, its departments, 
agencies, instrumentalities, or entities, its officers or employees, or 
any other person.
George W. Bush
The White House,
    May 14, 2007.




Executive Order 13433 of May 16, 2007

Protecting American Taxpayers From Payment of Contingency Fees

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the 
laws of the United States of America, including section 301 of title 3, 
United States Code, it is hereby ordered as follows:
Section 1. Policy. To help ensure the integrity and effective 
supervision of the legal and expert witness services provided to or on 
behalf of the United States, it is the policy of the United States that 
organizations or individuals that provide such services to or on behalf 
of the United States shall be

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compensated in amounts that are reasonable, not contingent upon the 
outcome of litigation or other proceedings, and established according to 
criteria set in advance of performance of the services, except when 
otherwise required by law.
Sec. 2. Duties of Agency Heads. (a) Heads of agencies shall implement 
within their respective agencies the policy set forth in section 1, 
consistent with such instructions as the Attorney General may prescribe.
(b) After the date of this order, no agency shall enter into a 
contingency fee agreement for legal or expert witness services addressed 
by section 1 of this order, unless the Attorney General has determined 
that the agency's entry into the agreement is required by law.
(c) Within 90 days after the date of this order, the head of each agency 
shall notify the Attorney General and the Director of the Office of 
Management and Budget of any contingency fee agreements for services 
addressed by section 1 of this order that are in effect as of the date 
of this order.
Sec. 3. Definitions. For purposes of this order:
(a) The term ``agency'' means an executive agency as defined in section 
105 of title 5, United States Code, and the United States Postal Service 
and the Postal Regulatory Commission, but shall exclude the Government 
Accountability Office and elements of the intelligence community (as 
defined in section 3(4) of the National Security Act of 1947 as amended 
(50 U.S.C. 401a(4)).
(b) The term ``contingency fee agreement'' means a contract or other 
agreement to provide services under which the amount or the payment of 
the fee for the services is contingent in whole or in part on the 
outcome of the matter for which the services were obtained. The term 
does not include:

(i) qualified tax collection contracts defined in section 6306 of title 26, 
United States Code, and

(ii) contracts described in sections 3711 and 3718 of title 31, United 
States Code.

Sec. 4. General Provisions. (a) This order shall be implemented 
consistent with applicable law and subject to the availability of 
appropriations.
(b) Nothing in this order shall be construed to impair or otherwise 
affect:

(i) authority granted by law to an agency or the head thereof; or

(ii) functions of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget 
relating to budget, administrative, or legislative proposals.

(c) This order is not intended to, and does not, create any right, 
benefit, or privilege, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or 
in equity by any party against the United States, its departments, 
agencies, instrumentalities, or entities, its officers or employees, or 
any other person.
George W. Bush
The White House,
    May 16, 2007.

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Executive Order 13434 of May 17, 2007

National Security Professional Development

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the 
laws of the United States of America, and in order to enhance the 
national security, it is hereby ordered as follows:
Section 1. Policy. In order to enhance the national security of the 
United States, including preventing, protecting against, responding to, 
and recovering from natural and manmade disasters, such as acts of 
terrorism, it is the policy of the United States to promote the 
education, training, and experience of current and future professionals 
in national security positions (security professionals) in executive 
departments and agencies (agencies).
Sec. 2. National Strategy for Professional Development. Not later than 
60 days after the date of this order, the Assistant to the President for 
Homeland Security and Counterterrorism (APHS/CT), in coordination with 
the Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs (APNSA), 
shall submit to the President for approval a National Strategy for the 
Development of Security Professionals (National Strategy). The National 
Strategy shall set forth a framework that will provide to security 
professionals access to integrated education, training, and professional 
experience opportunities for the purpose of enhancing their mission-
related knowledge, skills, and experience and thereby improve their 
capability to safeguard the security of the Nation. Such opportunities 
shall be provided across organizations, levels of government, and 
incident management disciplines, as appropriate.
Sec. 3. Executive Steering Committee. (a) There is established the 
Security Professional Development Executive Steering Committee (Steering 
Committee), which shall facilitate the implementation of the National 
Strategy. Not later than 120 days after the approval of the National 
Strategy by the President, the Steering Committee shall submit to the 
APHS/CT and the APNSA an implementation plan (plan) for the National 
Strategy, and annually thereafter shall submit to the APHS/CT and the 
APNSA a status report on the implementation of the plan and any 
recommendations for changes to the National Strategy.
(b) The Steering Committee shall consist exclusively of the following 
members (or their designees who shall be full-time officers or employees 
of the members' respective agencies):
(i) the Director of the Office of Personnel Management, who shall serve 
as Chair;
(ii) the Secretary of State;
(iii) the Secretary of the Treasury;
(iv) the Secretary of Defense;
(v) the Attorney General;
(vi) the Secretary of Agriculture;
(vii) the Secretary of Labor;
(viii) the Secretary of Health and Human Services;
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(x) the Secretary of Transportation;
(xi) the Secretary of Energy;
(xii) the Secretary of Education;
(xiii) the Secretary of Homeland Security;
(xiv) the Director of National Intelligence;
(xv) the Director of the Office of Management and Budget; and
(xvi) such other officers of the United States as the Chair of the 
Steering Committee may designate from time to time.
(c) The Steering Committee shall coordinate, to the maximum extent 
practicable, national security professional development programs and 
guidance issued by the heads of agencies in order to ensure an 
integrated approach to such programs.
(d) The Chair of the Steering Committee shall convene and preside at the 
meetings of the Steering Committee, set its agenda, coordinate its work, 
and, as appropriate to deal with particular subject matters, establish 
subcommittees of the Steering Committee that shall consist exclusively 
of members of the Steering Committee (or their designees under 
subsection (b) of this section), and such other full-time or permanent 
part-time officers or employees of the Federal Government as the Chair 
may designate.
Sec. 4. Responsibilities. The head of each agency with national security 
functions shall:
(a) identify and enhance existing national security professional 
development programs and infrastructure, and establish new programs as 
necessary, in order to fulfill their respective missions to educate, 
train, and employ security professionals consistent with the National 
Strategy and, to the maximum extent practicable, the plan and related 
guidance from the Steering Committee; and
(b) cooperate with the Steering Committee and provide such information, 
support, and assistance as the Chair of the Steering Committee may 
request from time to time.
Sec. 5. Additional Responsibilities. (a) Except for employees excluded 
by law, and subject to subsections (b), (c), and (d) of this section, 
the Director of the Office of Personnel Management, after consultation 
with the Steering Committee, shall:

(i) consistent with applicable merit-based hiring and advancement 
principles, lead the establishment of a national security professional 
development program in accordance with the National Strategy and the plan 
that provides for interagency and intergovernmental assignments and 
fellowship opportunities and provides for professional development 
guidelines for career advancement; and

(ii) issue to agencies rules and guidance or apply existing rules and 
guidance relating to the establishment of national security professional 
development programs to implement the National Strategy and the plan;

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(b) The Secretary of Defense shall issue rules or guidance on 
professional development programs for Department of Defense military 
personnel, including interagency and intergovernmental assignments and 
fellowship opportunities, to implement the National Strategy and the 
plan, as appropriate, and shall coordinate such programs, to the maximum 
extent practicable, with the Steering Committee;
(c) The Secretary of State shall issue rules or guidance on national 
security professional development programs for the Foreign Service, 
including interagency and intergovernmental exchanges and fellowship 
opportunities, to implement the National Strategy and the plan, as 
appropriate, and shall coordinate such programs, to the maximum extent 
practicable, with the Steering Committee;
(d) The Director of National Intelligence, in coordination with the 
heads of agencies of which elements of the intelligence community are a 
part, shall issue rules or guidance on national security professional 
development programs for the intelligence community, including 
interagency and intergovernmental assignments and fellowship 
opportunities, to implement the National Strategy and the plan, as 
appropriate, and shall coordinate such programs, to the maximum extent 
practicable, with the Steering Committee; and
(e) The Secretary of Homeland Security shall develop a program to 
provide to Federal, State, local, and tribal government officials 
education in disaster preparedness, response, and recovery plans and 
authorities, and training in crisis decision-making skills, consistent 
with applicable presidential guidance.
Sec. 6. General Provisions. This order:
(a) shall be implemented consistent with applicable law and authorities 
of agencies, or heads of agencies, vested by law, and subject to the 
availability of appropriations;
(b) shall not be construed to impair or otherwise affect the authorities 
of any agency, instrumentality, officer, or employee of the United 
States under applicable law, including the functions of the Director of 
the Office of Management and Budget relating to budget, administrative, 
or legislative proposals, or the functions assigned by the President to 
the Director of the Office of Personnel Management; and
(c) is not intended to, and does not, create any right, benefit, or 
privilege, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity, 
by any party against the United States, its departments, agencies, 
instrumentalities, or entities, its officers or employees, or any other 
person.
George W. Bush
The White House,
    May 17, 2007.

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Executive Order 13435 of June 20, 2007

Expanding Approved Stem Cell Lines in Ethically Responsible Ways

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the 
laws of the United States of America, and to provide leadership with 
respect to research on pluripotent stem cells derived by ethically 
responsible techniques so that the potential of pluripotent stem cells 
can be explored without violating human dignity or demeaning human life, 
it is hereby ordered as follows:
Section 1. Research on Alternative Sources of Pluripotent Stem Cells. 
(a) The Secretary of Health and Human Services (Secretary) shall conduct 
and support research on the isolation, derivation, production, and 
testing of stem cells that are capable of producing all or almost all of 
the cell types of the developing body and may result in improved 
understanding of or treatments for diseases and other adverse health 
conditions, but are derived without creating a human embryo for research 
purposes or destroying, discarding, or subjecting to harm a human embryo 
or fetus.
(b) Within 90 days of this order, the Secretary, after such consultation 
with the Director of the National Institutes of Health (Director), shall 
issue a plan, including such mechanisms as requests for proposals, 
requests for applications, program announcements and other appropriate 
means, to implement subsection (a) of this section, that:

(i) specifies and reflects a determination of the extent to which specific 
techniques may require additional basic or animal research to ensure that 
any research involving human cells using these techniques is clearly 
consistent with the standards established under this order and applicable 
law;

(ii) prioritizes research with the greatest potential for clinical benefit;

(iii) takes into account techniques outlined by the President's Council on 
Bioethics, and any other appropriate techniques and research, provided they 
clearly meet the standard set forth in subsection (a) of this section;

(iv) renames the ``Human Embryonic Stem Cell Registry'' the ``Human 
Pluripotent Stem Cell Registry;'' and

(v) adds to the registry new human pluripotent stem cell lines that clearly 
meet the standard set forth in subsection (a) of this section.

(c) Not later than December 31 of each year, the Secretary shall report 
to the President on the activities carried out under this order during 
the past fiscal year, including a description of the research carried 
out or supported by the Department of Health and Human Services, 
including the National Institutes of Health, and other developments in 
the science of pluripotent stem cells not derived from human embryos.
Sec. 2. Policy. The activities undertaken and supported by and under the 
direction of the Secretary shall be clearly consistent with the 
following policies and principles:
(a) the purposes of this order are (i) to direct the Department of 
Health and Human Services, including the National Institutes of Health, 
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peer reviewed research that may result in improved understanding of or 
treatments for diseases and other adverse health conditions, and (ii) to 
promote the derivation of human pluripotent stem cell lines from a 
variety of alternative sources while clearly meeting the standard set 
forth in section 1(a) of this order;
(b) it is critical to establish moral and ethical boundaries to allow 
the Nation to move forward vigorously with medical research, while also 
maintaining the highest ethical standards and respecting human life and 
human dignity;
(c) the destruction of nascent life for research violates the principle 
that no life should be used as a mere means for achieving the medical 
benefit of another;
(d) human embryos and fetuses, as living members of the human species, 
are not raw materials to be exploited or commodities to be bought and 
sold; and
(e) the Federal Government has a duty to exercise responsible 
stewardship of taxpayer funds, both supporting important medical 
research and respecting ethical and moral boundaries.
Sec. 3. Interpretation of this Order. (a) For purposes of this order, 
the term ``human embryo'' shall mean any organism, not protected as a 
human subject under 45 CFR 46 as of the date of this order, that is 
derived by fertilization, parthenogenesis, cloning, or any other means 
from one or more human gametes or human diploid cells.
(b) For purposes of this order, the term ``subjecting to harm a human 
embryo'' shall mean subjecting such an embryo to risk of injury or death 
greater than that allowed for research on fetuses in utero under 45 CFR 
46.204(b) and section 498(b) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 
289g(b)) as of the date of this order.
(c) Nothing in this order shall be construed to affect any policy, 
guideline, or regulation regarding embryonic stem cell research, human 
cloning by somatic cell nuclear transfer, or any other research not 
specifically authorized by this order, or to forbid the use of existing 
stem cell lines deemed eligible for other federally funded research in 
accordance with the presidential policy decision of August 9, 2001, for 
research specifically authorized by this order.
Sec. 4. General Provisions. (a) This order shall be implemented 
consistent with applicable law and subject to the availability of 
appropriations.
(b) This order is not intended to, and does not, create any right, 
benefit, or privilege, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or 
in equity, by any party against the United States, its departments, 
agencies, or entities, its officers, employees, or agents, or any other 
person.
George W. Bush
The White House,
    June 20, 2007.

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Executive Order 13436 of June 28, 2007

Further Amending Executive Order 13381, as Amended, To Extend Its 
Duration by One Year

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the 
laws of the United States of America, and in order to extend by 1 year 
the duration of Executive Order 13381 of June 27, 2005 (Strengthening 
Processes Relating to Determining Eligibility for Access to Classified 
National Security Information), as amended, it is hereby ordered that:
Section 1. Section 6(a) of Executive Order 13381, as amended, is further 
amended by striking ``April 1, 2007'' and inserting in lieu thereof 
``April 1, 2008''.
Sec. 2. Section 6(b) of Executive Order 13381, as amended, is further 
amended by striking ``July 1, 2007'' and inserting in lieu thereof 
``July 1, 2008''.
George W. Bush
The White House,
    June 28, 2007.




Executive Order 13437 of June 28, 2007

Waiver Under the Trade Act of 1974 With Respect to Turkmenistan

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the 
laws of the United States of America, including sections 402(c)(2) and 
(d) of the Trade Act of 1974, as amended (the ``Act'')(19 U.S.C. 
2432(c)(2) and (d)), and having made the report to the Congress set 
forth in section 402(c)(2), I hereby waive the application of 
subsections (a) and (b) of section 402 of the Act with respect to 
Turkmenistan.
George W. Bush
The White House,
    June 28, 2007.




Executive Order 13438 of July 17, 2007

Blocking Property of Certain Persons Who Threaten Stabilization Efforts 
in Iraq

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the 
laws of the United States of America, including the International 
Emergency Economic Powers Act, as amended (50 U.S.C. 1701 et 
seq.)(IEEPA), the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1601 et 
seq.)(NEA), and section 301 of title 3, United States Code,

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I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of America, find that, 
due to the unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security and 
foreign policy of the United States posed by acts of violence 
threatening the peace and stability of Iraq and undermining efforts to 
promote economic reconstruction and political reform in Iraq and to 
provide humanitarian assistance to the Iraqi people, it is in the 
interests of the United States to take additional steps with respect to 
the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13303 of May 22, 
2003, and expanded in Executive Order 13315 of August 28, 2003, and 
relied upon for additional steps taken in Executive Order 13350 of July 
29, 2004, and Executive Order 13364 of November 29, 2004. I hereby 
order:
Section 1. (a) Except to the extent provided in section 203(b)(1), (3), 
and (4) of IEEPA (50 U.S.C. 1702(b)(1), (3), and (4)), or in 
regulations, orders, directives, or licenses that may be issued pursuant 
to this order, and notwithstanding any contract entered into or any 
license or permit granted prior to the date of this order, all property 
and interests in property of the following persons, that are in the 
United States, that hereafter come within the United States, or that are 
or hereafter come within the possession or control of United States 
persons, are blocked and may not be transferred, paid, exported, 
withdrawn, or otherwise dealt in: any person determined by the Secretary 
of the Treasury, in consultation with the Secretary of State and the 
Secretary of Defense,

(i) to have committed, or to pose a significant risk of committing, an act 
or acts of violence that have the purpose or effect of:

    (A) threatening the peace or stability of Iraq or the 
Government of Iraq; or
    (B) undermining efforts to promote economic reconstruction and 
political reform in Iraq or to provide humanitarian assistance to 
the Iraqi people;

(ii) to have materially assisted, sponsored, or provided financial, 
material, logistical, or technical support for, or goods or services in 
support of, such an act or acts of violence or any person whose property 
and interests in property are blocked pursuant to this order; or

(iii) to be owned or controlled by, or to have acted or purported to act 
for or on behalf of, directly or indirectly, any person whose property and 
interests in property are blocked pursuant to this order.

(b) The prohibitions in subsection (a) of this section include, but are 
not limited to, (i) the making of any contribution or provision of 
funds, goods, or services by, to, or for the benefit of any person whose 
property and interests in property are blocked pursuant to this order, 
and (ii) the receipt of any contribution or provision of funds, goods, 
or services from any such person.
Sec. 2. (a) Any transaction by a United States person or within the 
United States that evades or avoids, has the purpose of evading or 
avoiding, or attempts to violate any of the prohibitions set forth in 
this order is prohibited.
(b) Any conspiracy formed to violate any of the prohibitions set forth 
in this order is prohibited.
Sec. 3. For purposes of this order:

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(a) the term ``person'' means an individual or entity;
(b) the term ``entity'' means a partnership, association, trust, joint 
venture, corporation, group, subgroup, or other organization; and
(c) the term ``United States person'' means any United States citizen, 
permanent resident alien, entity organized under the laws of the United 
States or any jurisdiction within the United States (including foreign 
branches), or any person in the United States.
Sec. 4. I hereby determine that the making of donations of the type 
specified in section 203(b)(2) of IEEPA (50 U.S.C. 1702(b)(2)) by, to, 
or for the benefit of, any person whose property and interests in 
property are blocked pursuant to this order would seriously impair my 
ability to deal with the national emergency declared in Executive Order 
13303 and expanded in Executive Order 13315, and I hereby prohibit such 
donations as provided by section 1 of this order.
Sec. 5. For those persons whose property and interests in property are 
blocked pursuant to this order who might have a constitutional presence 
in the United States, I find that, because of the ability to transfer 
funds or other assets instantaneously, prior notice to such persons of 
measures to be taken pursuant to this order would render these measures 
ineffectual. I therefore determine that for these measures to be 
effective in addressing the national emergency declared in Executive 
Order 13303 and expanded in Executive Order 13315, there need be no 
prior notice of a listing or determination made pursuant to section 1(a) 
of this order.
Sec. 6. The Secretary of the Treasury, in consultation with the 
Secretary of State and the Secretary of Defense, is hereby authorized to 
take such actions, including the promulgation of rules and regulations, 
and to employ all powers granted to the President by IEEPA as may be 
necessary to carry out the purposes of this order. The Secretary of the 
Treasury may redelegate any of these functions to other officers and 
agencies of the United States Government, consistent with applicable 
law. All agencies of the United States Government are hereby directed to 
take all appropriate measures within their authority to carry out the 
provisions of this order and, where appropriate, to advise the Secretary 
of the Treasury in a timely manner of the measures taken.
Sec. 7. Nothing in this order is intended to affect the continued 
effectiveness of any rules, regulations, orders, licenses, or other 
forms of administrative action issued, taken, or continued in effect 
heretofore or hereafter under 31 C.F.R. chapter V, except as expressly 
terminated, modified, or suspended by or pursuant to this order.
Sec. 8. This order is not intended to, and does not, create any right, 
benefit, or privilege, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or 
in equity by any party against the United States, its departments, 
agencies, instrumentalities, or entities, its officers or employees, or 
any other person.
George W. Bush
The White House,
    July 17, 2007.

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Executive Order 13439 of July 18, 2007

Establishing an Interagency Working Group on Import Safety

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the 
laws of the United States of America, and to ensure that the executive 
branch takes all appropriate steps to promote the safety of imported 
products, it is hereby ordered as follows:
Section 1. Establishment of Interagency Working Group on Import Safety. 
The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall establish within the 
Department of Health and Human Services for administrative purposes only 
an Interagency Working Group on Import Safety (Working Group).
Sec. 2. Membership and Operation of Working Group.
(a) The Working Group shall consist exclusively of the following 
members, or their designees who shall be officers of the United States 
appointed by the President or members of the Senior Executive Service:

(i) the Secretary of Health and Human Services, who shall serve as Chair;

(ii) the Secretary of State;

(iii) the Secretary of the Treasury;

(iv) the Attorney General;

(v) the Secretary of Agriculture;

(vi) the Secretary of Commerce;

(vii) the Secretary of Transportation;

(viii) the Secretary of Homeland Security;

(ix) the Director of the Office of Management and Budget;

(x) the United States Trade Representative;

(xi) the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency;

(xii) the Chairman of the Consumer Product Safety Commission; and

(xiii) other officers or full-time or permanent part-time employees of the 
United States, as determined by the Chair, with the concurrence of the head 
of the department or agency concerned.

(b) The Chair shall convene and preside at meetings of the Working 
Group, determine its agenda, and direct its work. The Chair may 
establish and direct subgroups of the Working Group, as appropriate to 
deal with particular subject matters, that shall consist exclusively of 
members of the Working Group. The Chair shall designate an officer or 
employee of the Department of Health and Human Services to serve as the 
Executive Secretary of the Working Group. The Executive Secretary shall 
head any staff assigned to the Working Group and any subgroups thereof, 
and such staff shall consist exclusively of full-time or permanent part-
time Federal employees.
Sec. 3. Mission of Working Group. The mission of the Working Group shall 
be to identify actions and appropriate steps that can be pursued, within 
existing resources, to promote the safety of imported products, 
including the following:

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(a) reviewing or assessing current procedures and methods aimed at 
ensuring the safety of products exported to the United States, including 
reviewing existing cooperation with foreign governments, foreign 
manufacturers, and others in the exporting country's private sector 
regarding their inspection and certification of exported goods and 
factories producing exported goods and considering whether additional 
initiatives should be undertaken with respect to exporting countries or 
companies;
(b) identifying potential means to promote all appropriate steps by U.S. 
importers to enhance the safety of imported products, including 
identifying best practices by U.S. importers in selection of foreign 
manufacturers, inspecting manufacturing facilities, inspecting goods 
produced on their behalf either before export or before distribution in 
the United States, identifying origin of products, and safeguarding the 
supply chain; and
(c) surveying authorities and practices of Federal, State, and local 
government agencies regarding the safety of imports to identify best 
practices and enhance coordination among agencies.
Sec. 4. Administration of Working Group. The Chair shall, to the extent 
permitted by law, provide administrative support and funding for the 
Working Group.
Sec. 5. Recommendations of Working Group. The Working Group shall 
provide recommendations to the President, through the Assistant to the 
President for Economic Policy, on the matters set forth in section 3 
within 60 days of the date of this order, unless the Chair determines 
that an extension is necessary. The Working Group may take other actions 
it considers appropriate to promote the safety of imported products.
Sec. 6. Termination of Working Group. Following consultation with the 
Assistant to the President for Economic Policy, the Chair shall 
terminate the Working Group upon the completion of its duties.
Sec. 7. General Provisions.
(a) Nothing in this order shall be construed to impair or otherwise 
affect (i) authority granted by law to a department, agency, or the head 
thereof, or (ii) functions of the Director of the Office of Management 
and Budget relating to budget, administrative, or legislative proposals.
(b) This order shall be implemented consistent with applicable law and 
subject to the availability of appropriations.
(c) This order is not intended to, and does not, create any right, 
benefit, or privilege, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or 
in equity, by any party against the United States, its departments, 
agencies, or entities, its officers, employees, or agents, or any other 
person.
George W. Bush
The White House,
    July 18, 2007.

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Executive Order 13440 of July 20, 2007

Interpretation of the Geneva Conventions Common Article 3 as Applied to 
a Program of Detention and Interrogation Operated by the Central 
Intelligence Agency

By the authority vested in me as President and Commander in Chief of the 
Armed Forces by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of 
America, including the Authorization for Use of Military Force (Public 
Law 107-40), the Military Commissions Act of 2006 (Public Law 109-366), 
and section 301 of title 3, United States Code, it is hereby ordered as 
follows:
Section 1. General Determinations. (a) The United States is engaged in 
an armed conflict with al Qaeda, the Taliban, and associated forces. 
Members of al Qaeda were responsible for the attacks on the United 
States of September 11, 2001, and for many other terrorist attacks, 
including against the United States, its personnel, and its allies 
throughout the world. These forces continue to fight the United States 
and its allies in Afghanistan, Iraq, and elsewhere, and they continue to 
plan additional acts of terror throughout the world. On February 7, 
2002, I determined for the United States that members of al Qaeda, the 
Taliban, and associated forces are unlawful enemy combatants who are not 
entitled to the protections that the Third Geneva Convention provides to 
prisoners of war. I hereby reaffirm that determination.
(b) The Military Commissions Act defines certain prohibitions of Common 
Article 3 for United States law, and it reaffirms and reinforces the 
authority of the President to interpret the meaning and application of 
the Geneva Conventions.
Sec. 2. Definitions. As used in this order:
(a) ``Common Article 3'' means Article 3 of the Geneva Conventions.
(b) ``Geneva Conventions'' means:

(i) the Convention for the Amelioration of the Condition of the Wounded and 
Sick in Armed Forces in the Field, done at Geneva August 12, 1949 (6 UST 
3114);

(ii) the Convention for the Amelioration of the Condition of Wounded, Sick 
and Shipwrecked Members of Armed Forces at Sea, done at Geneva August 12, 
1949 (6 UST 3217);

(iii) the Convention Relative to the Treatment of Prisoners of War, done at 
Geneva August 12, 1949 (6 UST 3316); and

(iv) the Convention Relative to the Protection of Civilian Persons in Time 
of War, done at Geneva August 12, 1949 (6 UST 3516).

(c) ``Cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment or punishment'' means the 
cruel, unusual, and inhumane treatment or punishment prohibited by the 
Fifth, Eighth, and Fourteenth Amendments to the Constitution of the 
United States.
Sec. 3. Compliance of a Central Intelligence Agency Detention and 
Interrogation Program with Common Article 3. (a) Pursuant to the 
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President under the Constitution and the laws of the United States, 
including the Military Commissions Act of 2006, this order interprets 
the meaning and application of the text of Common Article 3 with respect 
to certain detentions and interrogations, and shall be treated as 
authoritative for all purposes as a matter of United States law, 
including satisfaction of the international obligations of the United 
States. I hereby determine that Common Article 3 shall apply to a 
program of detention and interrogation operated by the Central 
Intelligence Agency as set forth in this section. The requirements set 
forth in this section shall be applied with respect to detainees in such 
program without adverse distinction as to their race, color, religion or 
faith, sex, birth, or wealth.
(b) I hereby determine that a program of detention and interrogation 
approved by the Director of the Central Intelligence Agency fully 
complies with the obligations of the United States under Common Article 
3, provided that:

(i) the conditions of confinement and interrogation practices of the 
program do not include:

    (A) torture, as defined in section 2340 of title 18, United 
States Code;
    (B) any of the acts prohibited by section 2441(d) of title 18, 
United States Code, including murder, torture, cruel or inhuman 
treatment, mutilation or maiming, intentionally causing serious 
bodily injury, rape, sexual assault or abuse, taking of hostages, 
or performing of biological experiments;
    (C) other acts of violence serious enough to be considered 
comparable to murder, torture, mutilation, and cruel or inhuman 
treatment, as defined in section 2441(d) of title 18, United 
States Code;
    (D) any other acts of cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment 
or punishment prohibited by the Military Commissions Act 
(subsection 6(c) of Public Law 109-366) and the Detainee Treatment 
Act of 2005 (section 1003 of Public Law 109-148 and section 1403 
of Public Law 109-163);
    (E) willful and outrageous acts of personal abuse done for the 
purpose of humiliating or degrading the individual in a manner so 
serious that any reasonable person, considering the circumstances, 
would deem the acts to be beyond the bounds of human decency, such 
as sexual or sexually indecent acts undertaken for the purpose of 
humiliation, forcing the individual to perform sexual acts or to 
pose sexually, threatening the individual with sexual mutilation, 
or using the individual as a human shield; or
    (F) acts intended to denigrate the religion, religious 
practices, or religious objects of the individual;

(ii) the conditions of confinement and interrogation practices are to be 
used with an alien detainee who is determined by the Director of the 
Central Intelligence Agency:

    (A) to be a member or part of or supporting al Qaeda, the 
Taliban, or associated organizations; and
    (B) likely to be in possession of information that:
(1) could assist in detecting, mitigating, or preventing terrorist 
attacks, such as attacks within the United States or against its 
Armed Forces or other personnel, citizens, or facilities, or 
against allies or

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other countries cooperating in the war on terror with the United 
States, or their armed forces or other personnel, citizens, or 
facilities; or
(2) could assist in locating the senior leadership of al Qaeda, 
the Taliban, or associated forces;

(iii) the interrogation practices are determined by the Director of the 
Central Intelligence Agency, based upon professional advice, to be safe for 
use with each detainee with whom they are used; and

(iv) detainees in the program receive the basic necessities of life, 
including adequate food and water, shelter from the elements, necessary 
clothing, protection from extremes of heat and cold, and essential medical 
care.

(c) The Director of the Central Intelligence Agency shall issue written 
policies to govern the program, including guidelines for Central 
Intelligence Agency personnel that implement paragraphs (i)(C), (E), and 
(F) of subsection 3(b) of this order, and including requirements to 
ensure:

(i) safe and professional operation of the program;

(ii) the development of an approved plan of interrogation tailored for each 
detainee in the program to be interrogated, consistent with subsection 
3(b)(iv) of this order;

(iii) appropriate training for interrogators and all personnel operating 
the program;

(iv) effective monitoring of the program, including with respect to medical 
matters, to ensure the safety of those in the program; and

(v) compliance with applicable law and this order.

Sec. 4. Assignment of Function. With respect to the program addressed in 
this order, the function of the President under section 6(c)(3) of the 
Military Commissions Act of 2006 is assigned to the Director of National 
Intelligence.
Sec. 5. General Provisions. (a) Subject to subsection (b) of this 
section, this order is not intended to, and does not, create any right 
or benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity, 
against the United States, its departments, agencies, or other entities, 
its officers or employees, or any other person.
(b) Nothing in this order shall be construed to prevent or limit 
reliance upon this order in a civil, criminal, or administrative 
proceeding, or otherwise, by the Central Intelligence Agency or by any 
individual acting on behalf of the Central Intelligence Agency in 
connection with the program addressed in this order.
George W. Bush
The White House,
    July 20, 2007.

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Executive Order 13441 of August 1, 2007

Blocking Property of Persons Undermining the Sovereignty of Lebanon or 
Its Democratic Processes and Institutions

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the 
laws of the United States of America, including the International 
Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.)(IEEPA), the 
National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.)(NEA), and section 301 
of title 3, United States Code,
I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of America, determine 
that the actions of certain persons to undermine Lebanon's legitimate 
and democratically elected government or democratic institutions, to 
contribute to the deliberate breakdown in the rule of law in Lebanon, 
including through politically motivated violence and intimidation, to 
reassert Syrian control or contribute to Syrian interference in Lebanon, 
or to infringe upon or undermine Lebanese sovereignty contribute to 
political and economic instability in that country and the region and 
constitute an unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security 
and foreign policy of the United States, and I hereby declare a national 
emergency to deal with that threat. I hereby order:
Section 1. (a) Except to the extent provided in section 203(b)(1), (3), 
and (4) of IEEPA (50 U.S.C. 1702(b)(1), (3), and (4)), or in 
regulations, orders, directives, or licenses that may be issued pursuant 
to this order, and notwithstanding any contract entered into or any 
license or permit granted prior to the date of this order, all property 
and interests in property that are in the United States, that hereafter 
come within the United States, or that are or hereafter come within the 
possession or control of any United States person, including any 
overseas branch, of the following persons are blocked and may not be 
transferred, paid, exported, withdrawn, or otherwise dealt in:
(i) any person determined by the Secretary of the Treasury, in 
consultation with the Secretary of State:

(A) to have taken, or to pose a significant risk of taking, actions, 
including acts of violence, that have the purpose or effect of undermining 
Lebanon's democratic processes or institutions, contributing to the 
breakdown of the rule of law in Lebanon, supporting the reassertion of 
Syrian control or otherwise contributing to Syrian interference in Lebanon, 
or infringing upon or undermining Lebanese sovereignty;

(B) to have materially assisted, sponsored, or provided financial, 
material, or technological support for, or goods or services in support of, 
such actions, including acts of violence, or any person whose property and 
interests in property are blocked pursuant to this order;

(C) to be a spouse or dependent child of any person whose property and 
interests in property are blocked pursuant to this order; or

(D) to be owned or controlled by, or acting or purporting to act for or on 
behalf of, directly or indirectly, any person whose property and interests 
in property are blocked pursuant to this order.

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(b) I hereby determine that the making of donations of the type of 
articles specified in section 203(b)(2) of IEEPA (50 U.S.C. 1702(b)(2)) 
by, to, or for the benefit of any person whose property and interests in 
property are blocked pursuant to paragraph (a) of this section would 
seriously impair my ability to deal with the national emergency declared 
in this order, and I hereby prohibit such donations as provided by 
paragraph (a) of this section.
(c)The prohibitions in paragraph (a) of this section include but are not 
limited to (i) the making of any contribution or provision of funds, 
goods, or services by, to, or for the benefit of any person whose 
property and interests in property are blocked pursuant to this order, 
and (ii) the receipt of any contribution or provision of funds, goods, 
or services from any such person.
Sec. 2. (a) Any transaction by a United States person or within the 
United States that evades or avoids, has the purpose of evading or 
avoiding, or attempts to violate any of the prohibitions set forth in 
this order is prohibited.
(b) Any conspiracy formed to violate any of the prohibitions set forth 
in this order is prohibited.
Sec. 3. For the purposes of this order:
(a) the term ``person'' means an individual or entity;
(b) the term ``entity'' means a partnership, association, trust, joint 
venture, corporation, group, subgroup, or other organization; and
(c) the term ``United States person'' means any United States citizen, 
permanent resident alien, entity organized under the laws of the United 
States or any jurisdiction within the United States (including foreign 
branches), or any person in the United States.
Sec. 4. For those persons whose property and interests in property are 
blocked pursuant to this order who might have a constitutional presence 
in the United States, I find that, because of the ability to transfer 
funds or other assets instantaneously, prior notice to such persons of 
measures to be taken pursuant to this order would render these measures 
ineffectual. I therefore determine that, for these measures to be 
effective in addressing the national emergency declared in this order, 
there need be no prior notice of a listing or determination made 
pursuant to section 1 of this order.
Sec. 5. The Secretary of the Treasury, in consultation with the 
Secretary of State, is hereby authorized to take such actions, including 
the promulgation of rules and regulations, and to employ all powers 
granted to the President by IEEPA, as may be necessary to carry out the 
purposes of this order. The Secretary of the Treasury may redelegate any 
of these functions to other officers and agencies of the United States 
Government, consistent with applicable law. All agencies of the United 
States Government are hereby directed to take all appropriate measures 
within their authority to carry out the provisions of this order and, 
where appropriate, to advise the Secretary of the Treasury in a timely 
manner of the measures taken. The Secretary of the Treasury shall ensure 
compliance with those provisions of section 401 of the NEA (50 U.S.C. 
1641) applicable to the Department of the Treasury in relation to this 
order.

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Sec. 6. The Secretary of the Treasury, after consultation with the 
Secretary of State, is hereby authorized to submit the recurring and 
final reports to the Congress on the national emergency declared in this 
order, consistent with section 401(c) of the NEA (50 U.S.C. 1641(c)) and 
section 204(c) of IEEPA (50 U.S.C. 1703(c)).
Sec. 7. This order is not intended to create, nor does it create, any 
right, benefit, or privilege, substantive or procedural, enforceable at 
law or in equity by any party against the United States, its 
departments, agencies, instrumentalities, or entities, its officers or 
employees, or any other person.
George W. Bush
The White House,
    August 1, 2007.




Executive Order 13442 of August 13, 2007

Amending the Order of Succession in the Department of Homeland Security

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the 
laws of the United States of America, including the Federal Vacancies 
Reform Act of 1998, 5 U.S.C. 3345, et seq., it is hereby ordered as 
follows:
Section 1. Section 88 of Executive Order 13286 of February 28, 2003 
(``Amendment of Executive Orders, and Other Actions, in Connection With 
the Transfer of Certain Functions to the Secretary of Homeland 
Security''), is amended by striking the text of such section in its 
entirety and inserting the following in lieu thereof:
``Sec. 88. Order of Succession.
Subject to the provisions of subsection (b) of this section, the 
officers named in subsection (a) of this section, in the order listed, 
shall act as, and perform the functions and duties of the office of, the 
Secretary of Homeland Security (Secretary), if they are eligible to act 
as Secretary under the provisions of the Federal Vacancies Reform Act of 
1998, 5 U.S.C. 3345 et seq. (Vacancies Act), during any period in which 
the Secretary has died, resigned, or otherwise become unable to perform 
the functions and duties of the office of Secretary.
(a) Order of Succession.

''(i) Deputy Secretary of Homeland Security;

(ii) Under Secretary for National Protection and Programs;

(iii) Under Secretary for Management;

(iv) Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security (Policy);

(v) Under Secretary for Science and Technology;

(vi) General Counsel;

(vii) Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security (Transportation Security 
Administration);

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(viii) Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency;

(ix) Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection;

(x) Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security (U.S. Immigration and Customs 
Enforcement);

(xi) Director of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services;

(xii) Chief Financial Officer;

(xiii) Regional Administrator, Region V, Federal Emergency Management 
Agency;

(xiv) Regional Administrator, Region VI, Federal Emergency Management 
Agency;

(xv) Regional Administrator, Region VII, Federal Emergency Management 
Agency;

(xvi) Regional Administrator, Region IX, Federal Emergency Management 
Agency; and

(xvii) Regional Administrator, Region I, Federal Emergency Management 
Agency.

``(b) Exceptions.

(i) No individual who is serving in an office listed in subsection (a) in 
an acting capacity, by virtue of so serving, shall act as Secretary 
pursuant to this section.

(ii) Notwithstanding the provisions of this section, the President retains 
discretion, to the extent permitted by the Vacancies Act, to depart from 
this order in designating an acting Secretary.''

Sec. 2. Executive Order 13362 of November 29, 2004 (``Designation of 
Additional Officers for the Department of Homeland Security Order of 
Succession''), is hereby revoked.
George W. Bush
The White House,
    August 13, 2007.




Executive Order 13443 of August 16, 2007

Facilitation of Hunting Heritage and Wildlife Conservation

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the 
laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered as follows:
Section 1. Purpose. The purpose of this order is to direct Federal 
agencies that have programs and activities that have a measurable effect 
on public land management, outdoor recreation, and wildlife management, 
including the Department of the Interior and the Department of 
Agriculture, to facilitate the expansion and enhancement of hunting 
opportunities and the management of game species and their habitat.
Sec. 2. Federal Activities. Federal agencies shall, consistent with 
agency missions:

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(a) Evaluate the effect of agency actions on trends in hunting 
participation and, where appropriate to address declining trends, 
implement actions that expand and enhance hunting opportunities for the 
public;
(b) Consider the economic and recreational values of hunting in agency 
actions, as appropriate;
(c) Manage wildlife and wildlife habitats on public lands in a manner 
that expands and enhances hunting opportunities, including through the 
use of hunting in wildlife management planning;
(d) Work collaboratively with State governments to manage and conserve 
game species and their habitats in a manner that respects private 
property rights and State management authority over wildlife resources;
(e) Establish short and long term goals, in cooperation with State and 
tribal governments, and consistent with agency missions, to foster 
healthy and productive populations of game species and appropriate 
opportunities for the public to hunt those species;
(f) Ensure that agency plans and actions consider programs and 
recommendations of comprehensive planning efforts such as State Wildlife 
Action Plans, the North American Waterfowl Management Plan, and other 
range-wide management plans for big game and upland game birds;
(g) Seek the advice of State and tribal fish and wildlife agencies, and, 
as appropriate, consult with the Sporting Conservation Council and other 
organizations, with respect to the foregoing Federal activities.
Sec. 3. North American Wildlife Policy Conference. The Chairman of the 
Council on Environmental Quality (Chairman) shall, in coordination with 
the appropriate Federal agencies and in consultation with the Sporting 
Conservation Council and in cooperation with State and tribal fish and 
wildlife agencies and the public, convene not later than 1 year after 
the date of this order, and periodically thereafter at such times as the 
Chairman deems appropriate, a White House Conference on North American 
Wildlife Policy (Conference) to facilitate the exchange of information 
and advice relating to the means for achieving the goals of this order.
Sec. 4. Recreational Hunting and Wildlife Resource Conservation Plan. 
The Chairman shall prepare, consistent with applicable law and subject 
to the availability of appropriations, in coordination with the 
appropriate Federal agencies and in consultation with the Sporting 
Conservation Council, and in cooperation with State and tribal fish and 
wildlife agencies, not later than 1 year following the conclusion of the 
Conference, a comprehensive Recreational Hunting and Wildlife 
Conservation Plan that incorporates existing and ongoing activities and 
sets forth a 10-year agenda for fulfilling the actions identified in 
section 2 of this order.
Sec. 5. Judicial Review. This order is not intended to, and does not, 
create any right, benefit, trust responsibility, or privilege, 
substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity by any party 
against the United States, its departments, agencies, instrumentalities, 
or entities, its officers or employees, or any other person.
George W. Bush
The White House,
    August 16, 2007.

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Executive Order 13444 of September 12, 2007

Extending Privileges and Immunities to the African Union Mission to the 
United States

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the 
laws of the United States of America, including section 7(a)(2) of the 
Department of State Authorities Act of 2006 (Public Law 109-472), I 
hereby extend to the African Union Mission to the United States of 
America, and to its members, the privileges and immunities enjoyed by 
diplomatic missions accredited to the United States, and by members of 
such missions, subject to corresponding conditions and obligations.
This extension of privileges and immunities is not intended to abridge 
in any respect privileges and immunities that the African Union Mission 
to the United States of America and its members otherwise may have 
acquired or may acquire by law.
George W. Bush
The White House,
    September 12, 2007.




Executive Order 13445 of September 27, 2007

Strengthening Adult Education

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the 
laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered as follows:
Section 1. Policy. It is the policy of the United States to use existing 
Federal programs that serve adults, including new Americans, to 
strengthen literacy skills, improve opportunities for postsecondary 
education and employment, and facilitate participation in American life.
Sec. 2. Definitions. As used in this order:

(a) ``agency'' means an executive agency as defined in section 105 of title 
5, United States Code, other than the Government Accountability Office; and

(b) ``adult education'' means teaching or instruction below the 
postsecondary level, for individuals who are 16 years of age or older, 
designed to provide:

(i) mastery of basic education skills needed to function effectively in 
society;

(ii) a secondary school diploma or its equivalent; or

(iii) the ability to speak, read, or write the English language.

Sec. 3. Establishment of Interagency Adult Education Working Group. The 
Secretary of Education shall establish within the Department of 
Education for administrative purposes only, an Interagency Adult 
Education Working Group (Working Group), consistent with this order.
Sec. 4. Membership and Operation of the Working Group.

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(a) The Working Group shall consist exclusively of:

(i) the Secretary of Education, who shall serve as Chair;

(ii) the Secretary of the Treasury, the Attorney General, and the 
Secretaries of the Interior, Labor, Health and Human Services, Housing and 
Urban Development, and Veterans Affairs; and

(iii) other officers or full-time or permanent part-time employees of the 
United States, as determined by the Chair, with the concurrence of the head 
of the agency concerned.

(b) The Chair, or the Chair's designee under subsection (c) of this 
section, in implementing section 5 of this order, shall convene and preside 
at the meetings of the Working Group, determine its agenda, direct its 
work, and establish and direct subgroups of the Working Group, as 
appropriate to deal with particular subject matters, that shall consist 
exclusively of members of the Working Group or their designees under 
subsection (c) of this section.

(c) A member of the Working Group may designate, to perform the Working 
Group or Working Group subgroup functions of the member, any person who is 
a part of the member's agency and who is either an officer of the United 
States appointed by the President or a member of the Senior Executive 
Service.

Sec. 5. Functions of the Working Group. Consistent with the policy set 
forth in section 1 of this order, the Working Group shall:

(a) identify Federal programs that:

(i) focus primarily on improving the basic education skills of adults;

(ii) have the goal of transitioning adults from basic literacy to 
postsecondary education, training, or employment; or

(iii) constitute programs of adult education;

(b) as appropriate, review the programs identified under subsection (a) of 
this section and submit to the heads of the agencies administering those 
programs recommendations to:

(i) promote the transition of adults from such programs to postsecondary 
education, training, or employment;

(ii) increase the effectiveness, efficiency, and availability of such 
programs;

(iii) minimize unnecessary duplication among such programs;

(iv) measure and evaluate the performance of such programs; and

(v) undertake and disseminate the results of research related to such 
programs;

(c) identify gaps in the research about effective ways to teach adult 
education for postsecondary readiness, recommend areas for further research 
to improve adult education programs and services, and identify promising 
practices in disseminating valid existing and future research findings; and

(d) obtain information and advice as appropriate, in a manner that seeks 
individual advice and does not involve collective judgment or consensus 
advice or deliberation, concerning adult education from:

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(i) State, local, territorial, and tribal officials; and

(ii) representatives of entities or other individuals;

(e) at the request of the head of an agency, unless the Chair declines the 
request, promptly review and provide advice on a proposed action by that 
agency relating to adult education; and

(f) report to the President, through the Assistant to the President for 
Domestic Policy, on its work, and on the implementation of any 
recommendations arising from its work, at such times and in such formats as 
the Chair may specify, with the first such report to be submitted no later 
than 9 months after the date of this order.

Sec. 6. Administration of the Working Group. (a) To the extent permitted 
by law, the Department of Education shall provide the funding and 
administrative support the Working Group needs, as determined by the 
Chair, to implement this order.

(b) The heads of agencies shall provide, as appropriate, such assistance 
and information as the Chair may request to implement this order.

Sec. 7. General Provisions. (a) Nothing in this order shall be construed 
to impair or otherwise affect:

(i) authority granted by law to an agency or the head thereof; or

(ii) functions of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget 
relating to budget, administrative, or legislative proposals.

(b) This order shall be implemented consistent with applicable law and 
subject to the availability of appropriations.

(c) This order is not intended to, and does not, create any right or 
benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity, by any 
party against the United States, its agencies or entities, its officers, 
employees, or agents, or any other person.

George W. Bush
The White House,
    September 27, 2007.




Executive Order 13446 of September 28, 2007

Continuance of Certain Federal Advisory Committees and Amendments to and 
Revocation of Other Executive Orders

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the 
laws of the United States of America, and consistent with the provisions 
of the Federal Advisory Committee Act, as amended (5 U.S.C. App.), it is 
hereby ordered as follows:
Section 1. Each advisory committee listed below is continued until 
September 30, 2009.
(a) Committee for the Preservation of the White House; Executive Order 
11145, as amended (Department of the Interior).

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(b) National Infrastructure Advisory Council; section 3 of Executive 
Order 13231, as amended (Department of Homeland Security).
(c) Federal Advisory Council on Occupational Safety and Health; 
Executive Order 12196, as amended (Department of Labor).
(d) President's Board of Advisors on Historically Black Colleges and 
Universities; Executive Order 13256 (Department of Education).
(e) President's Board of Advisors on Tribal Colleges and Universities; 
Executive Order 13270 (Department of Education).
(f) President's Commission on White House Fellowships; Executive Order 
11183, as amended (Office of Personnel Management).
(g) President's Committee for People with Intellectual Disabilities; 
Executive Order 12994, as amended (Department of Health and Human 
Services).
(h) President's Committee on the Arts and the Humanities; Executive 
Order 12367, as amended (National Endowment for the Arts).
(i) President's Committee on the International Labor Organization; 
Executive Order 12216, as amended (Department of Labor).
(j) President's Committee on the National Medal of Science; Executive 
Order 11287, as amended (National Science Foundation).
(k) President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology; Executive 
Order 13226, as amended (Office of Science and Technology Policy).
(l) President's Council on Bioethics; Executive Order 13237 (Department 
of Health and Human Services).
(m) President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports; Executive Order 
13265 (Department of Health and Human Services).
(n) President's Export Council; Executive Order 12131, as amended 
(Department of Commerce).
(o) President's National Security Telecommunications Advisory Committee; 
Executive Order 12382, as amended (Department of Homeland Security).
(p) Trade and Environment Policy Advisory Committee; Executive Order 
12905 (Office of the United States Trade Representative).
Sec. 2. Notwithstanding the provisions of any other Executive Order, the 
functions of the President under the Federal Advisory Committee Act that 
are applicable to the committees listed in section 1 of this order shall 
be performed by the head of the department or agency designated after 
each committee, in accordance with the guidelines and procedures 
established by the Administrator of General Services.
Sec. 3. The following Executive Order, which established a committee 
whose work has been completed, is revoked: Executive Order 13369, as 
amended by Executive Orders 13379 and 13386, establishing the 
President's Advisory Panel on Federal Tax Reform.
Sec. 4. Sections 1 and 2 of Executive Order 13385 are superseded by 
sections 1 and 2 of this order.
Sec. 5. Executive Order 12994, as amended (President's Committee for 
People with Intellectual Disabilities) is further amended to read as 
follows:

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``By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the 
laws of the United States of America, and in order to promote full 
participation of people with intellectual disabilities in their 
communities, it is hereby ordered as follows:

    ``Section 1. Committee Continued and Responsibilities 
Expanded. The President's Committee on Mental Retardation, with 
expanded membership and expanded responsibilities, and renamed the 
President's Committee for People with Intellectual Disabilities 
(Committee), is hereby continued in operation.
    ``Sec. 2. Composition of Committee. (a) The Committee shall be 
composed of the following members:
    (1) The Attorney General;
    (2) The Secretary of the Interior;
    (3) The Secretary of Commerce;
    (4) The Secretary of Labor;
    (5) The Secretary of Health and Human Services;
    (6) The Secretary of Housing and Urban Development;
    (7) The Secretary of Transportation;
    (8) The Secretary of Education;
    (9) The Secretary of Homeland Security;
    (10) The Chief Executive Officer of the Corporation for 
National and Community Service;
    (11) The Commissioner of Social Security;
    (12) The Chairman of the Equal Employment Opportunity 
Commission;
    (13) The Chairperson of the National Council on Disability; 
and
    (14) No more than 21 other members who shall be appointed to 
the Committee by the President. These citizen members shall 
consist of individuals who represent a broad spectrum of 
perspectives, experience, and expertise on intellectual 
disabilities; persons with intellectual disabilities and members 
of families with a child or adult with intellectual disabilities; 
and persons employed in either the public or the private sector. 
Except as the President may from time to time otherwise direct, 
appointees under this paragraph shall serve for two-year terms, 
except that an appointment made to fill a vacancy occurring before 
the expiration of a term shall be made for the balance of the 
unexpired term.
    ``(b) The President shall designate the Chair of the Committee 
from the 21 citizen members. The Chair shall preside over meetings 
of the Committee and represent the Committee on appropriate 
occasions.
    ``Sec. 3. Functions of the Committee. (a) Consistent with 
subsection (c) of this section, the Committee shall:
    (1) provide such advice concerning intellectual disabilities 
as the President or the Secretary of Health and Human Services may 
request; and
    (2) provide advice to the President concerning the following 
for people with intellectual disabilities:
    (A) expansion of educational opportunities;
    (B) promotion of homeownership;

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    (C) assurance of workplace integration;
    (D) improvement of transportation options;
    (E) expansion of full access to community living; and
    (F) increasing access to assistive and universally designed 
technologies.
    ``(b) The Committee shall provide an annual report to the 
President through the Secretary of Health and Human Services. Such 
additional reports may be made as the President may direct or as 
the Committee may deem appropriate.
    ``(c) The members shall advise the President and carry out 
their advisory role consistent with the requirements of the 
Federal Advisory Committee Act, as amended (5 U.S.C. App.).
    ``Sec. 4. Cooperation by Agencies. The heads of Federal 
departments and agencies shall:
    ``(a) designate, when requested by the Secretary of Health and 
Human Services, an officer or employee of such department or 
agency to serve as a liaison with the Committee; and
    ``(b) furnish such information and assistance to the 
Committee, to the extent permitted by law, as the Secretary of 
Health and Human Services may request to assist the Committee in 
performing its functions under this order.
    ``Sec. 5. Administration. (a) The Department of Health and 
Human Services shall provide the Committee with necessary staff 
support, administrative services and facilities, and funding, to 
the extent permitted by law.
    ``(b) Each member of the Committee, except any member who 
receives other compensation from the United States Government, may 
receive compensation for each day engaged in the work of the 
Committee, as authorized by law (5 U.S.C. 3109), and may also 
receive travel expenses, including per diem in lieu of 
subsistence, as authorized by law (5 U.S.C. 5701-5707), for 
persons employed intermittently in the Government service. 
Committee members with disabilities may be compensated for 
attendant expenses, consistent with Government procedures and 
practices.
    ``(c) The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall perform 
such other functions with respect to the Committee as may be 
required by the Federal Advisory Committee Act, as amended (5 
U.S.C. App.), except that of reporting to the Congress.
    ``Sec. 6. General. (a) Nothing in this order shall be 
construed as subjecting any Federal agency, or any function vested 
by law in, or assigned pursuant to law to, any Federal agency, to 
the authority of the Committee or as abrogating or restricting any 
such function in any manner.
    ``(b) This order is not intended to, and does not, create any 
right or benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or 
in equity by any party against the United States, its departments, 
agencies, instrumentalities, or entities, its officers or 
employees, or any other person.''.

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Sec. 6. This order shall be effective September 30, 2007.
George W. Bush
The White House,
    September 28, 2007.




Executive Order 13447 of September 28, 2007

Further 2007 Amendments to the Manual for Courts-Martial, United States

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the 
laws of the United States of America, including chapter 47 of title 10, 
United States Code (Uniform Code of Military Justice, 10 U.S.C. 801-
946), and in order to prescribe amendments to the Manual for Courts-
Martial, United States, prescribed by Executive Order 12473, as amended, 
it is hereby ordered as follows:
Section 1. The second subparagraph of paragraph 4, of Part I, of the 
Manual for Courts-Martial, United States, as amended by section 2 of 
Executive Order 13262 of April 11, 2002, is amended by striking the 
third sentence.
Sec. 2. Parts II, III, and IV of the Manual for Courts- Martial, United 
States, are amended as described in the Annex attached and made a part 
of this order.
Sec. 3. These amendments shall take effect on October 1, 2007.
(a) Nothing in these amendments shall be construed to make punishable 
any act done or omitted prior to October 1, 2007, that was not 
punishable when done or omitted.
(b) Nothing in these amendments shall be construed to invalidate any 
nonjudicial punishment proceedings, restraint, investigation, referral 
of charges, trial in which arraignment occurred, or other action begun 
prior to October 1, 2007, and any such nonjudicial punishment, 
restraint, investigation, referral of charges, trial, or other action 
may proceed in the same manner and with the same effect as if these 
amendments had not been prescribed.
George W. Bush
The White House,
    September 28, 2007.

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Executive Order 13448 of October 18, 2007

Blocking Property and Prohibiting Certain Transactions
Related to Burma

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the 
laws of the United States of America, including the International 
Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) (IEEPA), the 
National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.), the Burmese Freedom 
and Democracy Act of 2003 (Public Law 108-61, as amended, 50 U.S.C. 1701 
note), and section 301 of title 3, United States Code, and in order to 
take additional steps with respect to the Government of Burma's 
continued repression of the democratic opposition in Burma,
I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of America, hereby 
expand the scope of the national emergency declared in Executive Order 
13047 of May 20, 1997, and relied upon for additional steps taken in 
Executive Order 13310 of July 28, 2003, finding that the Government of 
Burma's continued repression of the democratic opposition in Burma, 
manifested most recently in the violent response to peaceful 
demonstrations, the commission of human rights abuses related to 
political repression, and engagement in public corruption, including by 
diverting or misusing Burmese public assets or by misusing public 
authority, constitute an unusual and extraordinary threat to the 
national security and foreign policy of the United States, and I hereby 
order:
Section 1. Except to the extent provided in section 203(b)(1), (3), and 
(4) of IEEPA (50 U.S.C. 1702(b)(1), (3), and (4)), the Trade Sanctions 
Reform and Export Enhancement Act of 2000 (title IX, Public Law 106-
387), or regulations, orders, directives, or licenses that may be issued 
pursuant to this order, and notwithstanding any contract entered into or 
any license or permit granted prior to the effective date of this order, 
all property and interests in property of the following persons that are 
in the United States, that hereafter come within the United States, or 
that are or hereafter come within the possession or control of United 
States persons, including their overseas branches, are blocked and may 
not be transferred, paid, exported, withdrawn, or otherwise dealt in:
(a) the persons listed in the Annex attached and made a part of this 
order; and
(b) any person determined by the Secretary of the Treasury, after 
consultation with the Secretary of State:

(i) to be a senior official of the Government of Burma, the State Peace and 
Development Council of Burma, the Union Solidarity and Development 
Association of Burma, or any successor entity to any of the foregoing;

(ii) to be responsible for, or to have participated in, human rights abuses 
related to political repression in Burma;

(iii) to be engaged, or to have engaged, in activities facilitating public 
corruption by senior officials of the Government of Burma;

(iv) to have materially assisted, sponsored, or provided financial, 
material, logistical, or technical support for, or goods or services in 
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of, the Government of Burma, the State Peace and Development Council of 
Burma, the Union Solidarity and Development Association of Burma, any 
successor entity to any of the foregoing, any senior official of any of the 
foregoing, or any person whose property and interests in property are 
blocked pursuant to Executive Order 13310 or section 1(b)(i)-(v) of this 
order;

(v) to be owned or controlled by, or to have acted or purported to act for 
or on behalf of, directly or indirectly, any person whose property and 
interests in property are blocked pursuant to Executive Order 13310 or 
section 1(b)(i)-(v) of this order; or

(vi) to be a spouse or dependent child of any person whose property and 
interests in property are blocked pursuant to this order or Executive Order 
13310.

Sec. 2. (a) Any transaction by a United States person or within the 
United States that evades or avoids, has the purpose of evading or 
avoiding, or attempts to violate any of the prohibitions set forth in 
this order is prohibited.
(b) Any conspiracy formed to violate any of the prohibitions set forth 
in this order is prohibited.
Sec. 3. For purposes of this order:
(a) the term ``person'' means an individual or entity;
(b) the term ``entity'' means a partnership, association, trust, joint 
venture, corporation, group, subgroup, or other organization;
(c) the term ``United States person'' means any United States citizen, 
permanent resident alien, entity organized under the laws of the United 
States or any jurisdiction within the United States (including foreign 
branches), or any person in the United States; and
(d) the term ``Government of Burma'' means the Government of Burma 
(sometimes referred to as Myanmar), its agencies, instrumentalities and 
controlled entities, and the Central Bank of Burma.
Sec. 4. I hereby determine that the making of donations of the type 
specified in section 203(b)(2) of IEEPA (50 U.S.C. 1702(b)(2)) by, to, 
or for the benefit of, persons whose property and interests in property 
are blocked pursuant to section 1 of this order would seriously impair 
my ability to deal with the national emergency declared in Executive 
Order 13047, and relied upon for additional steps taken in Executive 
Order 13310, and expanded in this order, and hereby prohibit such 
donations as provided by section 1 of this order.
Sec. 5. For those persons whose property and interests in property are 
blocked pursuant to section 1 of this order who might have a 
constitutional presence in the United States, I find that because of the 
ability to transfer funds or other assets instantaneously, prior notice 
to such persons of measures to be taken pursuant to this order would 
render these measures ineffectual. I therefore determine that for these 
measures to be effective in addressing the national emergency declared 
in Executive Order 13047, and relied upon for additional steps taken in 
Executive Order 13310, and expanded in this order, there need be no 
prior notice of a listing or determination made pursuant to this order.

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Sec. 6. The Secretary of the Treasury, after consultation with the 
Secretary of State, is hereby authorized to take such actions, including 
the promulgation of rules and regulations, and to employ all powers 
granted to the President by IEEPA and section 4 of the Burmese Freedom 
and Democracy Act of 2003 as may be necessary to carry out the purposes 
of this order. The Secretary of the Treasury may redelegate any of these 
functions to other officers and agencies of the United States Government 
consistent with applicable law. All agencies of the United States 
Government are hereby directed to take all appropriate measures within 
their authority to carry out the provisions of this order.
Sec. 7. The Secretary of the Treasury, after consultation with the 
Secretary of State, is authorized to determine, subsequent to the 
effective date of this order, that circumstances no longer warrant 
inclusion of a person in the Annex to this order and that the property 
and interests in property of that person are therefore no longer blocked 
pursuant to section 1 of this order.
Sec. 8. Nothing in this order is intended to affect the continued 
effectiveness of any rules, regulations, orders, licenses, or other 
forms of administrative action issued, taken, or continued in effect 
heretofore or hereafter under 31 C.F.R. chapter V, except as expressly 
terminated, modified, or suspended by or pursuant to this order.
Sec. 9. This order is not intended to, and does not, create any right or 
benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity by 
any party against the United States, its departments, agencies, 
instrumentalities, or entities, its officers or employees, or any other 
person.
Sec. 10. This order is effective at 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on 
October 19, 2007.
George W. Bush
The White House,
    October 18, 2007.

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Executive Order 13449 of October 20, 2007

Protection of Striped Bass and Red Drum Fish Populations

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the 
laws of the United States of America, to assist in ensuring faithful 
execution of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management 
Act, the Atlantic Coastal Fisheries Cooperative Management Act, and the 
Atlantic Striped Bass Conservation Act (chapters 38, 71, and 71A of 
title 16, United States Code), and to conserve striped bass and red drum 
fish, it is hereby ordered as follows:
Section 1. Policy. It shall be the policy of the United States to 
conserve striped bass and red drum for the recreational, economic, and 
environmental benefit of the present and future generations of 
Americans, based on sound science and in cooperation with State, 
territorial, local, and tribal governments, the private sector, and 
others, as appropriate.
Sec. 2. Implementation. (a) To carry out the policy set forth in section 
1, the Secretary of Commerce shall:
(i) encourage, as appropriate, management under Federal, State, 
territorial, tribal, and local laws that supports the policy of 
conserving striped bass and red drum, including State designation as 
gamefish where the State determines appropriate under applicable law;
(ii) revise current regulations, as appropriate, to include prohibiting 
the sale of striped bass and red drum caught within the Exclusive 
Economic Zone of the United States off the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf 
of Mexico;
(iii) periodically review the status of the striped bass and red drum 
populations within waters subject to the jurisdiction of the United 
States and:

(A) take such actions within the authority of the Secretary of Commerce as 
may be appropriate to carry out the policy set forth in section 1 of this 
order; and

(B) recommend to the President such actions as the Secretary may deem 
appropriate to advance the policy set forth in section 1 that are not 
within the authority of the Secretary.

(b) Nothing in this order shall preclude or restrict the production, 
possession, or sale of striped bass or red drum fish that have been 
produced by aquaculture.
(c) The Secretary of Commerce shall implement subsections 2(a)(i) and 
(iii), insofar as they relate to Atlantic striped bass, jointly with the 
Secretary of the Interior, as appropriate.
Sec. 3. Definitions. As used in this order:
(a) ``Exclusive Economic Zone of the United States'' means the marine 
area of the United States as defined in Presidential Proclamation 5030 
of March 10, 1983, with, for purposes of this order, the inner boundary 
of that zone being a line coterminous with the seaward boundary of each 
of the coastal States;
(b) ``red drum'' means the species Sciaenops ocellatus; and
(c) ``striped bass'' means the species Morone saxatilis.

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Sec. 4. General Provisions. (a) This order shall be implemented in a 
manner consistent with applicable law (including but not limited to 
interstate compacts to which the United States has consented by law, 
treaties and other international agreements to which the United States 
is a party, treaties to which the United States and an Indian tribe are 
parties, and laws of the United States conferring rights on Indian 
tribes) and subject to the availability of appropriations.
(b) Nothing in this order shall be construed to impair or otherwise 
affect the functions of the Director of the Office of Management and 
Budget relating to budget, administrative, and legislative proposals.
(c) This order is not intended to, and does not, create any right or 
benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity by a 
party against the United States, its departments, agencies, 
instrumentalities, entities, officers, employees, or agents, or any 
other person.
George W. Bush
The White House,
    October 20, 2007.




Executive Order 13450 of November 13, 2007

Protection of Striped Bass and Red Drum Fish Populations

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the 
laws of the United States of America, including sections 305 and 306 of 
title 5, sections 1115, 1116, and 9703 of title 31, and chapter 28 of 
title 39, United States Code, and to improve the effectiveness and 
efficiency of the Federal Government and promote greater accountability 
of that Government to the American people, it is hereby ordered as 
follows:
Section 1. Policy. It is the policy of the Federal Government to spend 
taxpayer dollars effectively, and more effectively each year. Agencies 
shall apply taxpayer resources efficiently in a manner that maximizes 
the effectiveness of Government programs in serving the American people.
Sec. 2. Definitions. As used in this order:
(a) ``agency'' means:
(i) an executive agency as defined in section 105 of title 5, United 
States Code, other than the Government Accountability Office; and
(ii) the United States Postal Service and the Postal Regulatory 
Commission;
(b) ``agency Performance Improvement Officer'' means an employee of an 
agency who is a member of the Senior Executive Service or equivalent 
service, and who is designated by the head of the agency to carry out 
the duties set forth in section 5 of this order.
Sec. 3. Duties of Heads of Agencies. To assist in implementing the 
policy set forth in section 1 of this order, the head of each agency 
shall, with respect to each program administered in whole or in part by 
the agency:
(a) approve for implementation:

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(i) clear annual and long-term goals defined by objectively measurable 
outcomes; and
(ii) specific plans for achieving the goals, including:

(A) assignments to specified agency personnel of:

    (1) the duties necessary to achieve the goals; and
    (2) the authority and resources necessary to fulfill such 
duties;

(B) means to measure:

    (1) progress toward achievement of the goals; and
    (2) efficiency in use of resources in making that progress; 
and

(C) mechanisms for ensuring continuous accountability of the specified 
agency personnel to the head of the agency for achievement of the goals and 
efficiency in use of resources in achievement of the goals;

(b) assist the President, through the Director of the Office of 
Management and Budget (Director), in making recommendations to the 
Congress, including budget and appropriations recommendations, that are 
justified based on objective performance information and accurate 
estimates of the full costs of achieving the annual and long-term goals 
approved under subsection (a)(i) of this section; and
(c) ensure that agency Internet websites available to the public include 
regularly updated and accurate information on the performance of the 
agency and its programs, in a readily useable and searchable form, that 
sets forth the successes, shortfalls, and challenges of each program and 
describes the agency's efforts to improve the performance of the 
program.
Sec. 4. Additional Duties of the Director of the Office of Management 
and Budget. (a) To assist in implementing the policy set forth in 
section 1 of this order, the Director shall issue instructions to the 
heads of agencies concerning:
(i) the contents, and schedule for approval, of the goals and plans 
required by section 3 of this order; and
(ii) the availability to the public in readily accessible and 
comprehensible form on the agency's Internet website (or in the Federal 
Register for any agency that does not have such a website), of the 
information approved by the head of each agency under section 3 of this 
order and other information relating to agency performance.
(b) Instructions issued under subsection (a) of this section shall 
facilitate compliance with applicable law, presidential guidance, and 
Office of Management and Budget circulars and shall be designed to 
minimize duplication of effort and to assist in maximizing the 
efficiency and effectiveness of agencies and their programs.
Sec. 5. Duties of Agency Performance Improvement Officers. Subject to 
the direction of the head of the agency, each agency Performance 
Improvement Officer shall:
(a) supervise the performance management activities of the agency, 
including:
(i) development of the goals, specific plans, and estimates for which 
section 3 of this order provides; and

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(ii) development of the agency's strategic plans, annual performance 
plans, and annual performance reports as required by law;
(b) advise the head of the agency, with respect to a program 
administered in whole or in part by the agency, whether:
(i) goals proposed for the approval of the head of the agency under 
section 3(a)(i) of this order are:
(A) sufficiently aggressive toward full achievement of the purposes of 
the program; and
(B) realistic in light of authority and resources assigned to the 
specified agency personnel referred to in section 3(a)(ii)(A) of this 
order with respect to that program; and
(ii) means for measurement of progress toward achievement of the goals 
are sufficiently rigorous and accurate;
(c) convene the specified agency personnel referred to in section 
3(a)(ii)(A) of this order, or appropriate subgroups thereof, regularly 
throughout each year to:
(i) assess performance of each program administered in whole or in part 
by the agency; and
(ii) consider means to improve the performance and efficiency of such 
program;
(d) assist the head of the agency in the development and use within the 
agency of performance measures in personnel performance appraisals, and, 
as appropriate, other agency personnel and planning processes; and
(e) report to the head of the agency on the implementation within the 
agency of the policy set forth in section 1 of this order.
Sec. 6. Establishment and Operation of Performance Improvement Council. 
(a) The Director shall establish, within the Office of Management and 
Budget for administrative purposes only, a Performance Improvement 
Council (Council), consistent with this order.
(b) The Council shall consist exclusively of:
(i) the Deputy Director for Management of the Office of Management and 
Budget, who shall serve as Chair;
(ii) such agency Performance Improvement Officers, as determined by the 
Chair; and
(iii) such other full-time or permanent part-time employees of an 
agency, as determined by the Chair with the concurrence of the head of 
the agency concerned.
(c) The Chair or the Chair's designee, in implementing subsection (d) of 
this section, shall convene and preside at the meetings of the Council, 
determine its agenda, direct its work, and establish and direct 
subgroups of the Council, as appropriate to deal with particular subject 
matters, that shall consist exclusively of members of the Council.
(d) To assist in implementing the policy set forth in section 1 of this 
order, the Council shall:

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(i) develop and submit to the Director, or when appropriate to the 
President through the Director, at times and in such formats as the 
Chair may specify, recommendations concerning:
(A) performance management policies and requirements; and
(B) criteria for evaluation of program performance;
(ii) facilitate the exchange among agencies of information on 
performance management, including strategic and annual planning and 
reporting, to accelerate improvements in program performance;
(iii) coordinate and monitor a continuous review by heads of agencies of 
the performance and management of all Federal programs that assesses the 
clarity of purpose, quality of strategic and performance planning and 
goals, management excellence, and results achieved for each agency's 
programs, with the results of these assessments and the evidence on 
which they are based made available to the public on or through the 
Internet website referred to in subsection (d)(iv);
(iv) to facilitate keeping the public informed, and with such assistance 
of heads of agencies as the Director may require, develop an Internet 
website that provides the public with information on how well each 
agency performs and that serves as a comprehensive source of information 
on:
(A) current program performance; and
(B) the status of program performance plans and agency Performance and 
Accountability Reports; and
(C) consistent with the direction of the head of the agency concerned 
after consultation with the Director, any publicly available reports by 
the agency's Inspector General concerning agency program performance;
(v) monitor implementation by agencies of the policy set forth in 
section 1 of this order and report thereon from time to time as 
appropriate to the Director, or when appropriate to the President 
through the Director, at such times and in such formats as the Chair may 
specify, together with any recommendations of the Council for more 
effective implementation of such policy;
(vi) at the request of the head of an agency, unless the Chair declines 
the request, promptly review and provide advice on a proposed action by 
that agency to implement the policy set forth in section 1 of this 
order; and
(vii) obtain information and advice, as appropriate, in a manner that 
seeks individual advice and does not involve collective judgment or 
consensus advice or deliberation, from:
(A) State, local, territorial, and tribal officials; and
(B) representatives of entities or other individuals.
(e)(i) To the extent permitted by law, the Office of Management and 
Budget shall provide the funding and administrative support the Council 
needs, as determined by the Director, to implement this section; and
(ii) the heads of agencies shall provide, as appropriate and to the 
extent permitted by law, such information and assistance as the Chair 
may request to implement this section.

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Sec. 7. General Provisions. (a) Nothing in this order shall be construed 
to impair or otherwise affect:
(i) authority granted by law to an agency or the head thereof; or
(ii) functions of the Director relating to budget, administrative, or 
legislative proposals.
(b) This order shall be implemented consistent with applicable law 
(including laws and executive orders relating to the protection of 
information from disclosure) and subject to the availability of 
appropriations.
(c) In implementing this order, the Director of National Intelligence 
shall perform the functions assigned to the Director of National 
Intelligence by the National Security Act of 1947, as amended (50 U.S.C. 
401 et seq.), consistent with section 1018 of the Intelligence Reform 
and Terrorism Prevention Act (Public Law 108-458), and other applicable 
laws.
(d) This order is not intended to, and does not, create any right or 
benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity, by 
any party against the United States, its agencies, or entities, its 
officers, employees, or agents, or any other person.
George W. Bush
The White House,
    November 13, 2007.




Executive Order 13451 of November 19, 2007

Designating the ITER International Fusion Energy Organization as a 
Public International Organization Entitled To Enjoy Certain Privileges, 
Exemptions, and Immunities

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the 
laws of the United States of America, including section 1 of the 
International Organizations Immunities Act (22 U.S.C. 288), and finding 
that the United States participates in the ITER International Fusion 
Energy Organization under the authority of acts of Congress authorizing 
such participation and making an appropriation for such participation, 
including sections 971 and 972 of the Energy Policy Act of 2005 (42 
U.S.C. 16311 and 16312) and laws making appropriations for the 
Department of Energy, it is hereby ordered as follows:
Section 1. Designation. I hereby designate the ITER International Fusion 
Energy Organization as a public international organization entitled to 
enjoy the privileges, exemptions, and immunities provided by the 
International Organizations Immunities Act.

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Sec. 2. Non-Abridgement. This designation is not intended to abridge in 
any respect privileges, exemptions, or immunities that the ITER 
International Fusion Energy Organization otherwise may have acquired or 
may acquire by law.
George W. Bush
The White House,
    November 19, 2007.




Executive Order 13452 of November 28, 2007

Establishing an Emergency Board To Investigate Disputes Between the 
National Railroad Passenger Corporation and Certain of Its Employees 
Represented by Certain Labor Organizations

Disputes exist between National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak) 
and certain of its employees represented by certain labor organizations. 
The labor organizations involved in these disputes are designated on the 
attached list, which is made a part of this order.
The disputes have not heretofore been adjusted under the provisions of 
the Railway Labor Act, as amended (45 U.S.C. 151 et seq.) (RLA).
In the judgment of the National Mediation Board, these disputes threaten 
substantially to interrupt interstate commerce to a degree that would 
deprive sections of the country of essential transportation service.
NOW, THEREFORE, by the authority vested in me as President by the 
Constitution and the laws of the United States, including section 10 of 
the RLA (45 U.S.C. 160), it is hereby ordered as follows:
Section 1. Establishment of Emergency Board (Board). There is 
established, effective 12:01 a.m. eastern standard time on December 1, 
2007, a Board of five members to be appointed by the President to 
investigate and report on these disputes. No member shall be pecuniarily 
or otherwise interested in any organization of railroad employees or any 
carrier. The Board shall perform its functions subject to the 
availability of funds.
Sec. 2. Report. The Board shall report to the President with respect to 
the disputes within 30 days of its creation.
Sec. 3. Maintaining Conditions. As provided by section 10 of the RLA, 
from the date of the creation of the Board and for 30 days after the 
Board has submitted its report to the President, no change in the 
conditions out of which the disputes arose shall be made by the parties 
to the controversy, except by agreement of the parties.
Sec. 4. Records Maintenance. The records and files of the Board are 
records of the Office of the President and upon the Board's termination 
shall be maintained in the physical custody of the National Mediation 
Board.

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Sec. 5. Expiration. The Board shall terminate upon the submission of the 
report provided for in section 2 of this order.
George W. Bush
The White House,
    November 28, 2007.




Executive Order 13453 of December 6, 2007

Closing of Executive Departments and Agencies of the Federal Government 
on Monday, December 24, 2007

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the 
laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered as follows:
Section 1. All executive branch departments and agencies of the Federal 
Government shall be closed and their employees excused from duty on 
Monday, December 24, 2007, the day before Christmas Day, except as 
provided in section 2 below.
Sec. 2. The heads of executive branch departments and agencies may 
determine that certain offices and installations of their organizations, 
or parts thereof, must remain open and that certain employees must 
report for duty on December 24, 2007, for reasons of national security 
or defense or other public need.
Sec. 3. Monday, December 24, 2007, shall be considered as falling within 
the scope of Executive Order 11582 of February 11, 1971, and of 5 U.S.C. 
5546 and 6103(b) and other similar statutes insofar as they relate to 
the pay and leave of employees of the United States.
George W. Bush
The White House,
    December 6, 2007.

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Subchapter B-- Administrative Orders


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Memorandum of January 5, 2007

Assignment of Functions Regarding the Citizens Health Care Working Group

Memorandum for the Secretary of Health and Human Services
By virtue of authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and 
laws of the United States, including section 301 of title 3 of the 
United States Code, the functions of the President under section 
1014(o)(1) of the Medicare Prescription Drug, Improvement, and 
Modernization Act of 2003 (Public Law 108-173) are assigned to the 
Secretary of Health and Human Services.
You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the 
Federal Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH

THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, January 5, 2007.

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Notice of January 18, 2007

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Terrorists Who 
Threaten To Disrupt the Middle East Peace Process

On January 23, 1995, by Executive Order 12947, the President declared a 
national emergency pursuant to the International Emergency Economic 
Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701-1706) to deal with the unusual and 
extraordinary threat to the national security, foreign policy, and 
economy of the United States constituted by grave acts of violence 
committed by foreign terrorists who threaten to disrupt the Middle East 
peace process. On August 20, 1998, by Executive Order 13099, the 
President modified the Annex to Executive Order 12947 to identify four 
additional persons, including Usama bin Laden, who threaten to disrupt 
the Middle East peace process.
Because these terrorist activities continue to threaten the Middle East 
peace process and to pose an unusual and extraordinary threat to the 
national security, foreign policy, and economy of the United States, the 
national emergency declared on January 23, 1995, as expanded on August 
20, 1998, and the measures adopted on those dates to deal with that 
emergency must continue in effect beyond January 23, 2007. Therefore, in 
accordance with section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act (50 
U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am continuing for 1 year the national emergency with 
respect to foreign terrorists who threaten to disrupt the Middle East 
peace process.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted 
to the Congress.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    January 18, 2007.




Memorandum of January 25, 2007

Assignment of Functions Under the Darfur Peace and Accountability Act of 
2006

Memorandum for the Secretary of State
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and laws 
of the United States, including section 301 of title 3, United States 
Code, I hereby assign to you the functions of the President under 
sections 6(a), 6(b), and 6(f) of the Darfur Peace and Accountability Act 
of 2006 (Public Law 109-344). In performing such functions, you shall 
consult with other heads of departments and agencies, as appropriate.

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You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the 
Federal Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH

THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, January 25, 2007.




Presidential Determination No. 2007-11 of January 26, 2007

Transfer of Funds Under Section 610 of the Foreign Assistance Act of 
1961

Memorandum for the Secretary of State
Pursuant to the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of 
the United States, including section 610 of the Foreign Assistance Act 
of 1961, as amended (22 U.S.C. 2360) (the ``Act''), I hereby determine 
it necessary for the purposes of that Act that up to $86.362 million in 
fiscal year 2006 funds made available under chapter 4 of part II of the 
Act be transferred to, and consolidated with, funds made available under 
chapter 8 of part I of the Act, and such funds are hereby so transferred 
and consolidated.
You are authorized and directed to report this determination to the 
Congress and to publish it in the Federal Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, January 26, 2007.




Notice of February 5, 2007

Continuation of the National Emergency Blocking Property of Certain 
Persons Contributing to the Conflict in C[ocirc]te d'Ivoire

On February 7, 2006, by Executive Order 13396, I declared a national 
emergency and ordered related measures blocking the property of certain 
persons contributing to the conflict in C[ocirc]te d'Ivoire, pursuant to 
the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701-1706). I 
took this action to deal with the unusual and extraordinary threat to 
the national security and foreign policy of the United States 
constituted by the situation in or in relation to C[ocirc]te d'Ivoire, 
which has been addressed by the United Nations Security Council in 
Resolution 1572 of November 15, 2004, and subsequent resolutions, and 
has resulted in the massacre of large numbers of civilians, widespread 
human rights abuses, significant political violence and unrest, and 
attacks against international peacekeeping forces leading to fatalities.

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Because the situation in or in relation to C[ocirc]te d'Ivoire continues 
to pose an unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security and 
foreign policy of the United States, the national emergency declared on 
February 7, 2006, and the measures adopted on that date to deal with 
that emergency, must continue in effect beyond February 7, 2007. 
Therefore, in accordance with section 202(d) of the National Emergencies 
Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am continuing for 1 year the national 
emergency declared in Executive Order 13396.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted 
to the Congress.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
     February 5, 2007.




Memorandum of February 5, 2007

Assignment of Functions Under Section 556 of the John Warner National 
Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2007

Memorandum for the Secretary of Defense
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and laws 
of the United States, including section 301 of title 3, United States 
Code, I hereby assign to you the functions of the President under 
section 556 of the John Warner National Defense Authorization Act for 
Fiscal Year 2007 (Public Law 109-364).
You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the 
Federal Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH

THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, February 5, 2007.




Presidential Determination No. 2007-12 of February 7, 2007

Implementation of Sections 603 and 604 of the Foreign Relations 
Authorization Act, Fiscal Year 2003 (Public Law 107-228)

Memorandum for the Secretary of State
Consistent with the authority contained in section 604 of the Foreign 
Relations Authorization Act, Fiscal Year 2003 (Public Law 107-228) (the 
``Act''), and with reference to the determinations set out in the report 
to

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the Congress transmitted pursuant to section 603 of the Act, regarding 
noncompliance by the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) and the 
Palestinian Authority with certain commitments, I hereby impose the 
sanction set out in section 604(a)(2), ``Downgrade in Status of the PLO 
Office in the United States.'' This sanction is imposed for a period of 
180 days from the date hereof or until such time as the next report 
required by section 603 of the Act is transmitted to the Congress, 
whichever is later. You are authorized and directed to transmit to the 
appropriate congressional committees the report described in section 603 
of the Act.
Furthermore, I hereby determine that it is in the national security 
interest of the United States to waive that sanction, pursuant to 
section 604(c) of the Act. This waiver shall be effective for a period 
of 180 days from the date hereof or until such time as the next report 
required by section 603 of the Act is transmitted to the Congress, 
whichever is later.
You are hereby authorized and directed to transmit this determination to 
the Congress and to publish it in the Federal Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, February 7, 2007.




Memorandum of February 9, 2007

Designation of Officers of the Federal Bureau of Investigation

Memorandum for the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the 
laws of the United States of America, including the Federal Vacancies 
Reform Act of 1998, 5 U.S.C. 3345, et seq., it is hereby ordered that:
Section 1. Order of Succession. During anyperiod when the Director of 
the Federal Bureau of Investigation (Director) has died, resigned, or 
otherwise become unable to perform the functions and duties of the 
office of the Director, the following officials of the Federal Bureau of 
Investigation, in the order listed, shall perform the functions and 
duties of the office of the Director of the Federal Bureau of 
Investigation, until such time as the Director is able to perform the 
functions and duties of the office of Director of the Federal Bureau of 
Investigation:
(a) Deputy Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation;
(b) Associate Deputy Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation;
(c)Executive Assistant Director of the National Security Branch;
(d) Executive Assistant Director for Criminal, Cyber, Response and 
Services; and
(e) The Assistant Directors of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, in 
the order listed:

(1) Assistant Director, Counterterrorism Division;

(2) Assistant Director, Criminal Investigative Division;

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(3) Assistant Director, Counterintelligence Division;

(4) Assistant Director, Washington Field Office;

(5) Assistant Director, New York Field Office; and

(6) Assistant Director, Los Angeles Field Office.

Sec. 2. Exceptions.
(a) No individual who is serving in an office listed in section 1 in an 
acting capacity, by virtue of so serving, shall act as the Director 
pursuant to this memorandum.
(b) No individual shall act as Director unless that individual is 
otherwise eligible to so serve under the Federal Vacancies Reform Act of 
1998.
(c) Notwithstanding the provisions of this memorandum, the President 
retains discretion, to the extent permitted by law, to depart from this 
memorandum in designating an acting Director.
Sec. 3. Judicial Review. This memorandum is intended to improve the 
internal management of the executive branch and is not intended to, and 
does not, create any right or benefit, substantive or procedural, 
enforceable at law or in equity by any party against the United States, 
its departments, agencies, or entities, its officers, employees, or 
agents, or any other person.
Sec. 4. The Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation is 
authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the Federal 
Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH

THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, February 9, 2007.




Presidential Determination No. 2007-13 of February 14, 2007

Presidential Determination on Waiving Prohibition on United States 
Military Assistance With Respect to Chad

Memorandum for the Secretary of State
Consistent with the authority vested in me by section 2007 of the 
American Servicemembers' Protection Act of 2002, (the ``Act''), title II 
of Public Law 107-206 (22 U.S.C. 7421 et seq.), I hereby:
 Determine that Chad has entered into an agreement with the 
United States pursuant to Article 98 of the Rome Statute preventing the 
International Criminal Court from proceeding against U.S. personnel 
present in such country; and
 Waive the prohibition of section 2007(a) of the Act with 
respect to this country for as long as such agreement remains in force.

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You are authorized and directed to report this determination to the 
Congress and to arrange for its publication in the Federal Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, February 14, 2007.




Memorandum of February 15, 2007

Assignment of Functions Relating to the Transfer of a Ship to the 
Government of Greece

Memorandum for the Secretary of Transportation [and] Secretary of State
By the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the 
United States, including section 301 of title 3, United States Code, and 
section 1019 of the John Warner National Defense Authorization Act for 
Fiscal Year 2007 (Public Law 109-364) (the ``Act''), I hereby assign to 
the Secretary of Transportation the functions of the President under 
section 1019 of the Act. The Secretary of Transportation should consult 
the Secretary of State as appropriate in the performance of such 
functions.
The Secretary of Transportation is authorized and directed to publish 
this memorandum in the Federal Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH

THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, February 15, 2007.




Memorandum of February 20, 2007

Designation of Officers of the Office of the United States Trade 
Representative To Act as the United States Trade Representative

Memorandum for the United States Trade Representative
By the authority vested in me as President under the Constitution and 
the laws of the United States of America, including the Federal 
Vacancies Reform Act of 1998, 5 U.S.C. 3345, et seq., it is hereby 
ordered that:
Section 1. Order of Succession.
During any period when the United States Trade Representative (USTR) has 
died, resigned, or otherwise becomes unable to perform the functions and 
duties of the office of the United States Trade Representative, the 
following officers of the Office of the United States Trade 
Representative, in the order listed, shall perform the functions and 
duties of the USTR, until such time as the USTR is able to perform the 
functions and duties of that office;

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(a) Deputy United States Trade Representatives (stationed in Washington, 
D.C.; in order of their length of service as a Deputy USTR);
(b) Deputy United States Trade Representative (stationed in Geneva);
(c) General Counsel;
(d) Chief Negotiator for Agriculture;
(e) Deputy General Counsel; and
(f) Deputy Chief of Mission (stationed in Geneva).
Sec. 2. Exceptions.
(a) No individual who is serving in an office listed in section 1 in an 
acting capacity, by virtue of so serving, shall act as the USTR pursuant 
to this memorandum.
(b) No individual shall act as USTR unless that individual is otherwise 
eligible to so serve under the Federal Vacancies Reform Act of 1998.
(c) Notwithstanding the provisions of this memorandum, the President 
retains discretion, to the extent permitted by law, to depart from this 
memorandum in designating an acting USTR.
Sec. 3. Judicial Review. This memorandum is intended to improve the 
internal management of the executive branch and is not intended to, and 
does not, create any right or benefit, substantive or procedural, 
enforceable at law or in equity by any party against the United States, 
its departments, agencies, or entities, its officers, employees, or 
agents, or any other person.
Sec. 4. Publication. You are authorized and directed to publish this 
memorandum in the Federal Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH

THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, February 20, 2007.




Notice of February 26, 2007

Continuation of the National Emergency Relating to Cuba and of the 
Emergency Authority Relating to the Regulation of the Anchorage and 
Movement of Vessels

On March 1, 1996, by Proclamation 6867, a national emergency was 
declared to address the disturbance or threatened disturbance of 
international relations caused by the February 24, 1996, destruction by 
the Cuban government of two unarmed U.S.-registered civilian aircraft in 
international airspace north of Cuba. In July 1996 and on subsequent 
occasions, the Cuban government stated its intent to forcefully defend 
its sovereignty against any U.S.-registered vessels or aircraft that 
might enter Cuban territorial waters or airspace while involved in a 
flotilla or peaceful protest. Since these events, the Cuban government 
has not demonstrated that it will

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refrain from the future use of reckless and excessive force against U.S. 
vessels or aircraft that may engage in memorial activities or peaceful 
protest north of Cuba. On February 26, 2004, by Proclamation 7757, the 
scope of the national emergency was expanded in order to deny monetary 
and material support to the repressive Cuban government, which had taken 
a series of steps to destabilize relations with the United States, 
including threatening to abrogate the Migration Accords with the United 
States and to close the United States Interests Section. Further, Cuba's 
most senior officials repeatedly asserted that the United States 
intended to invade Cuba, despite explicit denials from the U.S. 
Secretaries of State and Defense that such action is planned. Therefore, 
in accordance with section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act (50 
U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am continuing the national emergency with respect to 
Cuba and the emergency authority relating to the regulation of the 
anchorage and movement of vessels set out in Proclamation 6867 as 
amended and expanded by Proclamation 7757.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted 
to the Congress.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    February 26, 2007.




Notice of February 28, 2007

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Zimbabwe

On March 6, 2003, by Executive Order 13288, I declared a national 
emergency and blocked the property of persons undermining democratic 
processes or institutions in Zimbabwe, pursuant to the International 
Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701-1706). I took this action 
to deal with the unusual and extraordinary threat to the foreign policy 
of the United States constituted by the actions and policies of certain 
members of the Government of Zimbabwe and other persons to undermine 
Zimbabwe's democratic processes or institutions. These actions have 
contributed to the deliberate breakdown in the rule of law in Zimbabwe, 
politically motivated violence and intimidation, and political and 
economic instability in the southern African region. On November 22, 
2005, I issued Executive Order 13391 to take additional steps with 
respect to the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13288 by 
ordering the blocking of the property of additional persons undermining 
democratic processes or institutions in Zimbabwe.
Because the actions and policies of these persons continue to pose an 
unusual and extraordinary threat to the foreign policy of the United 
States, the national emergency declared on March 6, 2003, and the 
measures adopted on that date and on November 22, 2005, to deal with 
that emergency, must continue in effect beyond March 6, 2007. Therefore, 
in accordance with section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act (50 
U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am continuing for 1 year the national emergency with 
respect to the actions and policies of certain members of the Government 
of

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Zimbabwe and other persons to undermine Zimbabwe's democratic processes 
or institutions.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted 
to the Congress.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    February 28, 2007.




Presidential Determination No. 2007-14 of February 28, 2007

Presidential Determination Under Section 490(b)(1)(A) of the Foreign 
Assistance Act Relating to the Largest Exporting and Importing Countries 
of Certain Precursor Chemicals

Memorandum for the Secretary of State
Pursuant to section 490(b)(1)(A) of the Foreign Assistance Act, I hereby 
determine that the top five exporting and importing countries of 
pseudoephedrine and ephedrine in 2005 (Belgium, China, Germany, India, 
Indonesia, Mexico, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, Switzerland, 
Taiwan, and the United Kingdom) have cooperated fully with the United 
States or have taken adequate steps on their own to achieve full 
compliance with the goals and objectives established by the United 
Nations Convention Against Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and 
Psychotropic Substances.
You are directed to publish this determination in the Federal Register, 
and are authorized and directed to transmit to the Congress the report 
under section 722 of the Combat Methamphetamine Epidemic Act.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, February 28, 2007.




Memorandum of March 5, 2007

Assignment of Certain Functions Relating to Procurement Sanctions on 
Persons Engaging in Export Activities that Contribute to Proliferation

Memorandum for the Secretary of State[,] the Secretary of the 
Treasury[,] the Secretary of Defense[,] the Secretary of Commerce[, and] 
the Director of National Intelligence
 By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and laws 
of the United States, including section 301 of title 3, United States 
Code, the functions of the President under section 821 of the Foreign 
Relations

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Authorization Act, Fiscal Years 1994 and 1995 (22 U.S.C. 6301) are 
assigned to the Secretary of State, except that the function of the 
President under section 821(c)(2)(A) is assigned to the Secretary of 
Defense.
In the performance of their respective functions under this memorandum, 
the Secretaries of State and Defense shall, as appropriate, consult each 
other, the Secretaries of the Treasury and Commerce, and the heads of 
other departments and agencies.
The Secretary of State is authorized and directed to publish this 
memorandum in the Federal Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH

THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, March 5, 2007.




Notice of March 8, 2007

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Iran

On March 15, 1995, by Executive Order 12957, the President declared a 
national emergency with respect to Iran pursuant to the International 
Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701-1706) to deal with the 
unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security, foreign 
policy, and economy of the United States constituted by the actions and 
policies of the Government of Iran. On May 6, 1995, the President issued 
Executive Order 12959 imposing more comprehensive sanctions to further 
respond to this threat, and on August 19, 1997, the President issued 
Executive Order 13059 consolidating and clarifying the previous orders.
Because the actions and policies of the Government of Iran continue to 
pose an unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security, 
foreign policy, and economy of the United States, the national emergency 
declared on March 15, 1995, must continue in effect beyond March 15, 
2007. Therefore, in accordance with section 202(d) of the National 
Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am continuing for 1 year the 
national emergency with respect to Iran. Because the emergency declared 
by Executive Order 12957 constitutes an emergency separate from that 
declared on November 14, 1979, by Executive Order 12170, this renewal is 
distinct from the emergency renewal of November 2006.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted 
to the Congress.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    March 8, 2007.

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Presidential Determination No. 2007-15 of March 19, 2007

Presidential Determination on the Eligibility of the Republic of 
Montenegro and the Republic of Serbia To Receive Defense Articles and 
Defense Services

Memorandum for the Secretary of State
Pursuant to the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws 
of the United States, including section 503(a) of the Foreign Assistance 
Act of 1961, as amended, and section 3(a)(1) of the Arms Export Control 
Act, as amended, I hereby find that the furnishing of defense articles 
and defense services to the Republic of Montenegro and the Republic of 
Serbia will strengthen the security of the United States and promote 
world peace.
You are authorized and directed to transmit this determination to the 
Congress and to arrange for the publication of this determination in the 
Federal Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, March 19, 2007.




Memorandum of March 23, 2007

Assignment of Functions Under Section 530 of the Foreign Relations 
Authorization Act for Fiscal Years 1994 and 1995, and Section 2(b)(4) of 
the Export-Import Bank Act of 1945, as Amended

Memorandum for the Secretary of State
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and laws 
of the United States of America, including section 301 of title 3 of the 
United States Code, I hereby assign to you:
(1)the functions of the President under section 530 of the Foreign 
Relations Authorization Act for Fiscal Years 1994 and 1995 (Public Law 
103-236) (22 U.S.C. 2429a-2); and
(2)the functions of the President under section 2(b)(4) of the Export-
Import Bank Act of 1945, as amended (12 U.S.C. 635).
You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the 
Federal Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH

THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, March 23, 2007.

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Notice of March 30, 2007

Notice of Intention To Enter Into a Free Trade Agreement With Panama

Consistent with section 2105(a)(1)(A) of the Trade Act of 2002, I have 
notified the Congress of my intention to enter into a free trade 
agreement with the Republic of Panama.
Consistent with section 2105(a)(1)(A) of that Act, this notice shall be 
published in the Federal Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    March 30, 2007.




Notice of April 1, 2007

Notice of Intention To Enter Into a Free Trade Agreement With Korea

Consistent with section 2105(a)(1)(A) of the Trade Act of 2002, I have 
notified the Congress of my intention to enter into a free trade 
agreement with the Republic of Korea.
Consistent with section 2105(a)(1)(A) of that Act, this notice shall be 
published in the Federal Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    April 1, 2007.




Memorandum of April 10, 2007

Assignment of Functions Relating to the Information Sharing Environment

Memorandum for the Director of National Intelligence
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and laws 
of the United States of America, including section 301 of title 3, 
United States Code, the functions of the President under section 1016(b) 
of the Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004 (Public 
Law 108-458) (the ``Act'') are hereby assigned to the Director of 
National Intelligence (Director).
The Director shall perform such functions in a manner consistent with 
direction and guidance issued by the President, including (1) the 
Memorandum for the Heads of Executive Departments and Agencies of June 
2, 2005, entitled ``Strengthening Information Sharing, Access, and 
Integration--Organizational, Management, and Policy Development 
Structures for

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Creating the Terrorism Information Sharing Environment,'' and (2) the 
Memorandum for the Heads of Executive Departments and Agencies of 
December 16, 2005, entitled ``Guidelines and Requirements in Support of 
the Information Sharing Environment;'' provided that the Director shall 
ensure that the official within the Office of the Director of National 
Intelligence previously designated as the program manager responsible 
for information sharing across the Federal Government pursuant to the 
Act shall be the assistant to the Director in carrying out the functions 
delegated by this memorandum.
You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the 
Federal Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH

THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, April 10, 2007.




Presidential Determination No. 2007-16 of April 11, 2007

Presidential Determination on Waiver and Certification of Statutory 
Provisions Regarding the Palestine Liberation Organization Office

Memorandum for the Secretary of State
Pursuant to the authority and conditions contained in section 534(d) of 
the Foreign Operations, Export Financing, and Related Programs 
Appropriations Act, 2006, Public Law 109-102, as carried forward by the 
Revised Continuing Appropriations Resolution, 2007, Public Law 110-5, I 
hereby determine and certify that it is important to the national 
security interests of the United States to waive the provisions of 
section 1003 of the Anti-Terrorism Act of 1987, Public Law 100-204.
This waiver shall be effective for a period of 6 months from the date 
hereof. You are hereby authorized and directed to transmit this 
determination to the Congress and to publish it in the Federal Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, April 11, 2007.

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Presidential Determination No. 2007-17 of April 25, 2007

Transfer of Defense Articles and Services in Support of the Southern 
Sudan Security Sector Reform (SSR) Program

Memorandum for the Secretary of State
Pursuant to the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of 
the United States, including section 40(g) of the Arms Export Control 
Act (AECA) and section 301 of title 3, United States Code, I hereby:
 Determine and certify that the transaction, encompassing U.S. 
Government-funded transfers and commercial exports of defense articles 
and services necessary for an SSR program for the security sector of the 
Government of Southern Sudan, including support for: transformation of 
the Sudan People's Liberation Army from a guerrilla force into a 
smaller, conventional force; the Sudan People's Liberation Movement; a 
protective service detail, police service, intelligence, and other law 
enforcement entities of the Government of Southern Sudan; and private 
entities involved in the SSR program, is essential to the national 
security interests of the United States;
 Waive the prohibitions in section 40 of the AECA related to 
such a transaction; and
 Assign to you the functions of the President under section 
40(g)(2) of the AECA to consult with and submit reports to the Congress 
for proposed specific transfers or exports, 15 days prior to permitting 
them to proceed, that are necessary for and within the scope of this 
waiver determination and the transaction referred to herein.
You are authorized and directed to report this determination to the 
Congress and arrange for its publication in the Federal Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, April 25, 2007.




Notice of May 8, 2007

Continuation of the National Emergency Blocking Property of Certain 
Persons and Prohibiting the Export of Certain Goods to Syria

On May 11, 2004, pursuant to my authority under the International 
Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701-1706) and the Syria 
Accountability and Lebanese Sovereignty Restoration Act of 2003 (Public 
Law 108-175), I issued Executive Order 13338 in which I declared a 
national emergency authorizing the blocking of property of certain 
persons and prohibiting the exportation or reexportation of certain 
goods to Syria. On April 25, 2006, I issued Executive Order 13399 to 
expand the scope of this national emergency. I took these actions to 
deal with the unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security, 
foreign policy, and economy of the

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United States constituted by the actions of the Government of Syria in 
supporting terrorism, maintaining its then-existing occupation of 
Lebanon, pursuing weapons of mass destruction and missile programs, and 
undermining United States and international efforts with respect to the 
stabilization and reconstruction of Iraq.
Because the actions and policies of the Government of Syria continue to 
pose an unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security, 
foreign policy, and economy of the United States, the national emergency 
declared on May 11, 2004, and the measures adopted on that date and on 
April 25, 2006, in Executive Order 13399, to deal with that emergency, 
must continue in effect beyond May 11, 2007. Therefore, in accordance 
with section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)), 
I am continuing for 1 year the national emergency authorizing the 
blocking of property of certain persons and prohibiting the exportation 
or reexportation of certain goods to Syria.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted 
to the Congress.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    May 8, 2007.




Presidential Determination No. 2007-18 of May 9, 2007

Presidential Determination on Transfer of Funds from FY 2006 Economic 
Support Fund Account to the International Peacekeeping Account To 
Support Security Sector Reform in Liberia

Memorandum for the Secretary of State
Pursuant to the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws 
of the United States, including section 610 of the Foreign Assistance 
Act of 1961, as amended (the ``Act''), and section 301 of title 3 of the 
United States Code, I hereby determine it necessary for the purposes of 
the Act that $11 million in FY 2006 funds made available under the 
Economic Support Fund account be transferred to, and consolidated with, 
funds made available under chapter 6 of part II of the Act, and such 
funds are hereby so transferred and consolidated.
You are hereby authorized and directed to report this determination to 
the Congress and to publish it in the Federal Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, May 9, 2007.

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Presidential Determination No. 2007-19 of May 10, 2007

Unexpected Urgent Refugee and Migration Needs Related to Somalia, Sudan, 
Chad, Other Parts of Africa, and the West Bank and Gaza

Memorandum for the Secretary of State
By the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the 
United States, including sections 2 and 4(a)(1) of the Migration and 
Refugee Assistance Act of 1962 (the ``Act''), as amended (22 U.S.C. 2601 
and 2603) and section 301 of title 3, United States Code:

(1) I hereby determine, pursuant to section 2(c)(1) of the Act, that it is 
important to the national interest to furnish assistance under the Act, in 
an amount not to exceed $29.5 million from the United States Emergency 
Refugee and Migration Assistance Fund, for the purpose of meeting 
unexpected and urgent refugee and migration needs, including by 
contributions to international, governmental, and non-governmental 
organizations and payment of administrative expenses of the Bureau of 
Population, Refugees, and Migration of the Department of State, related to: 
(a) humanitarian needs resulting from conflicts in Somalia, Sudan, and 
Chad, (b) breaks in the food pipeline for refugees in Africa, and in the 
West Bank and Gaza; and

(2) the functions of the President in relation to this memorandum under 
section 2(d) of the Act, and of establishing terms and conditions under 
section 2(c)(1) of the Act, are assigned to you, and you may further assign 
such functions to any of your subordinates.

You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the 
Federal Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, May 10, 2007.




Notice of May 17, 2007

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Burma

On May 20, 1997, the President issued Executive Order 13047, certifying 
to the Congress under section 570(b) of the Foreign Operations, Export 
Financing, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 1997 (Public Law 
104-208), that the Government of Burma has committed large-scale 
repression of the democratic opposition in Burma after September 30, 
1996, thereby invoking the prohibition on new investment in Burma by 
United States persons contained in that section. The President also 
declared a national emergency to deal with the threat posed to the 
national security and foreign policy of the United States by the actions 
and policies of the Government of Burma, invoking the authority, inter 
alia, of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, 50 U.S.C. 1701 
et seq. On July 28, 2003, I

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issued Executive Order 13310 taking additional steps with respect to 
that national emergency by putting in place an import ban required by 
the Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act of 2003, and prohibiting exports 
of financial services to Burma and the dealing in property in which 
certain designated Burmese persons have an interest.
Because the actions and policies of the Government of Burma continue to 
pose an unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security and 
foreign policy of the United States, the national emergency declared on 
May 20, 1997, and the measures adopted on that date to deal with that 
emergency must continue in effect beyond May 20, 2007. Therefore, in 
accordance with section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act (50 
U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am continuing for 1 year the national emergency with 
respect to Burma. This notice shall be published in the Federal Register 
and transmitted to the Congress.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    May 17, 2007.




Notice of May 18, 2007

Continuation of the National Emergency Protecting the Development Fund 
for Iraq and Certain Other Property in Which Iraq Has an Interest

On May 22, 2003, by Executive Order 13303, I declared a national 
emergency protecting the Development Fund for Iraq and certain other 
property in which Iraq has an interest, pursuant to the International 
Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701-1706) (IEEPA). I took this 
action to deal with the unusual and extraordinary threat to the national 
security and foreign policy of the United States posed by the obstacles 
to the orderly reconstruction of Iraq, the restoration and maintenance 
of peace and security in the country, and the development of political, 
administrative, and economic institutions in Iraq constituted by the 
threat of attachment or other judicial process against the Development 
Fund for Iraq, Iraqi petroleum and petroleum products, and interests 
therein, and proceeds, obligations, or any financial instruments of any 
nature whatsoever arising from or related to the sale or marketing 
thereof, and interests therein.
In Executive Order 13315, of August 28, 2003, Executive Order 13350 of 
July 29, 2004, and Executive Order 13364 of November 29, 2004, I 
modified the scope of the national emergency declared in Executive Order 
13303 and amended the steps taken pursuant to it.
Because the obstacles to the orderly reconstruction of Iraq, the 
restoration and maintenance of peace and security in the country, and 
the development of political, administrative, and economic institutions 
in Iraq continue to pose an unusual and extraordinary threat to the 
national security and foreign policy of the United States, the national 
emergency declared on May 22, 2003, and the measures adopted on that 
date, August 28, 2003, July 29, 2004, and November 29, 2004, to deal 
with that emergency must

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continue in effect beyond May 22, 2007. Therefore, in accordance with 
section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am 
continuing for 1 year the national emergency protecting the Development 
Fund for Iraq and certain other property in which Iraq has an interest.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted 
to the Congress.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    May 18, 2007.




Presidential Determination No. 2007-20 of June 1, 2007

Assistance for the West Bank and Gaza

Memorandum for the Secretary of State
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the 
laws of the United States of America, including section 550(b) of the 
Foreign Operations, Export Financing, and Related Programs 
Appropriations Act, 2006 (FOAA)(Public Law 109-102), as amended by the 
Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act for Defense, the Global War on 
Terror, and Hurricane Recovery, 2006 (Public Law 109-234), sections 
620K(e) and 620L(b)(4) of the Foreign Assistance Act, as added by the 
Palestinian Anti-Terrorism Act of 2006 (Public Law 109-446), and section 
301 of title 3, United States Code, I hereby certify and report that:
With respect to the provision of assistance for the administrative and 
personal security costs of the Office of the President of the 
Palestinian Authority; for the activities of the President of the 
Palestinian Authority to promote democracy, peaceful resolution of the 
Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and the rule of law and to fulfill his 
duties as President, including, among other things, to maintain control 
of the management and security of border crossings and to foster the 
Middle East peace process; and, with respect to independent agencies:

  it is in the national security interest of the United States to 
provide such assistance;

  as the case may be, the President of the Palestinian Authority, 
the President's party, and independent agencies and any members thereof, 
including any individual or entity for which assistance is proposed to be 
provided, are not members of, appointed by, or effectively controlled by 
Hamas or any other foreign terrorist organization; and

  such assistance provided hereunder will not be transferred or 
retransferred to any member of Hamas or other foreign terrorist 
organization or to any entity effectively controlled by Hamas or other 
foreign terrorist organization.

Accordingly, I hereby waive section 550(a) of the FOAA, as amended, and 
section 620K(a) of the Foreign Assistance Act, as amended, with respect 
to such assistance, and authorize such assistance for the above 
purposes.

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Furthermore, I hereby determine that, with respect to assistance to 
nongovernmental organizations for the West Bank and Gaza other than 
assistance covered by paragraphs (b)(1), (2), and (3) of section 620L of 
the Foreign Assistance Act, as amended, it is in the national security 
interest of the United States to provide such assistance as the 
Secretary of State deems appropriate, and assign to the Secretary of 
State the functions under section 620L(b)(4)(B) regarding the specific 
programs, projects, and activities to be carried out using such 
assistance.
I also hereby assign the functions of the President under section 550(b) 
and (c) of the FOAA, as amended and as carried forward under the Revised 
Continuing Appropriations Resolution, 2007 (Public Law 110-5), to the 
Secretary of State.
You are hereby authorized and directed to report this determination to 
the Congress and publish it in the Federal Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, June 1, 2007.




Presidential Determination No. 2007-21 of June 1, 2007

Suspension of Limitations Under the Jerusalem Embassy Act

Memorandum for the Secretary of State
Pursuant to the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution 
and the laws of the United States, including section 7(a) of the 
Jerusalem Embassy Act of 1995 (Public Law 104-45) (the ``Act''), I 
hereby determine that it is necessary to protect the national security 
interests of the United States to suspend for a period of 6 months the 
limitations set forth in sections 3(b) and 7(b) of the Act. My 
Administration remains committed to beginning the process of moving our 
Embassy to Jerusalem.
You are hereby authorized and directed to transmit this determination to 
the Congress, accompanied by a report in accordance with section 7(a) of 
the Act, and to publish the determination in the Federal Register.
This suspension shall take effect after transmission of this 
determination and report to the Congress.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, June 1, 2007.

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Presidential Determination No. 2007-22 of June 5, 2007

Partial Resumption of Travel to Lebanon To Promote Peace and Security

Memorandum for the Secretary of Transportation
By virtue of the authority vested in me by 49 U.S.C. 40106(b) and for 
the purpose of promoting peace and security in Lebanon, I hereby 
determine that the prohibition of transportation services to Lebanon 
established by Presidential Determination 85-14 of July 1, 1985, as 
amended by Presidential Determination 92-41 of August 17, 1992, and 
Presidential Determination 98-32 of June 19, 1998, is hereby further 
amended to permit U.S. air carriers under contract to the United States 
Government to engage in foreign air transportation to and from Lebanon 
of passengers, including U.S. and non-U.S. citizens, and their 
accompanying baggage; of goods for humanitarian purposes; and of any 
other cargo or materiel.
All other prohibitions set forth in the above-referenced Presidential 
determinations remain in effect.
You are directed to implement this determination immediately.
You are authorized and directed to publish this determination in the 
Federal Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, June 5, 2007.




Memorandum of June 12, 2007

Assignment of Certain Reporting Functions of the John Warner National 
Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2007

Memorandum for the Secretary of State[,] Secretary of Defense[, and the] 
Director of National Intelligence
By virtue of the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution 
and the laws of the United States, including section 301 of title 3, 
United States Code, I hereby assign to the Secretary of State the 
functions of the President under sections 1211(b), 1213(b), and 1226(c) 
of the John Warner National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 
2007 (Public Law 109-364).
In the performance of such functions, the Secretary of State should 
coordinate with the Secretary of Defense and the Director of National 
Intelligence, and the heads of other departments and agencies, as 
appropriate.

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The Secretary of State is authorized and directed to publish this 
memorandum in the Federal Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH

THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, June 12, 2007.




Notice of June 14, 2007

Continuation of the National Emergency Blocking Property of Certain 
Persons Undermining Democratic Processes or Institutions in Belarus

On June 16, 2006, by Executive Order 13405, I declared a national 
emergency and ordered related measures blocking the property of certain 
persons undermining democratic processes or institutions in Belarus, 
pursuant to the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 
1701-1706). I took this action in response to the unusual and 
extraordinary threat to the national security and foreign policy of the 
United States constituted by the actions and policies of certain members 
of the Government of Belarus and other persons that have undermined 
democratic processes or institutions; committed human rights abuses 
related to political repression, including detentions and 
disappearances; and engaged in public corruption, including by diverting 
or misusing Belarusian public assets or by misusing public authority.
Because these actions and policies continue to pose an unusual and 
extraordinary threat to the national security and foreign policy of the 
United States, the national emergency declared on June 16, 2006, and the 
measures adopted on that date to deal with that emergency, must continue 
in effect beyond June 16, 2007. Therefore, in accordance with section 
202(d) of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am 
continuing for 1 year the national emergency declared in Executive Order 
13405.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted 
to the Congress.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    June 14, 2007.

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Notice of June 19, 2007

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Risk of 
Nuclear Proliferation Created by the Accumulation of Weapons-Usable 
Fissile Material in the Territory of the Russian Federation

On June 21, 2000, the President issued Executive Order 13159 (the 
``order''), blocking property and interests in property of the 
Government of the Russian Federation that are in the United States, that 
hereafter come within the United States, or that are or hereafter come 
within the possession or control of United States persons that are 
directly related to the implementation of the Agreement Between the 
Government of the United States of America and the Government of the 
Russian Federation Concerning the Disposition of Highly Enriched Uranium 
Extracted from Nuclear Weapons, dated February 18, 1993, and related 
contracts and agreements (collectively, the ``HEU Agreements''). The HEU 
Agreements allow for the downblending of highly enriched uranium derived 
from nuclear weapons to low enriched uranium for peaceful commercial 
purposes. The order invoked the authority, inter alia, of the 
International Emergency Economic Powers Act, 50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq., and 
declared a national emergency to deal with the unusual and extraordinary 
threat to the national security and foreign policy of the United States 
posed by the risk of nuclear proliferation created by the accumulation 
of a large volume of weapons-usable fissile material in the territory of 
the Russian Federation.
The national emergency declared on June 21, 2000, must continue beyond 
June 21, 2007, to provide continued protection from attachment, 
judgment, decree, lien, execution, garnishment, or other judicial 
process for the property and interests in property of the Government of 
the Russian Federation that are directly related to the implementation 
of the HEU Agreements and subject to U.S. jurisdiction. Therefore, in 
accordance with section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act (50 
U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am continuing for 1 year the national emergency with 
respect to weapons-usable fissile material in the territory of the 
Russian Federation. This notice shall be published in the Federal 
Register and transmitted to the Congress.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    June 19, 2007.




Notice of June 22, 2007

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Western 
Balkans

On June 26, 2001, by Executive Order 13219, I declared a national 
emergency with respect to the Western Balkans pursuant to the 
International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701-1706) to 
deal with the unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security 
and foreign policy

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of the United States constituted by the actions of persons engaged in, 
or assisting, sponsoring, or supporting (i) extremist violence in the 
Republic of Macedonia and elsewhere in the Western Balkans region, or 
(ii) acts obstructing implementation of the Dayton Accords in Bosnia or 
United Nations Security Council Resolution 1244 of June 10, 1999, in 
Kosovo. I subsequently amended that order in Executive Order 13304 of 
May 28, 2003.
Because the actions of persons threatening the peace and international 
stabilization efforts in the Western Balkans continue to pose an unusual 
and extraordinary threat to the national security and foreign policy of 
the United States, the national emergency declared on June 26, 2001, and 
the measures adopted on that date and thereafter to deal with that 
emergency, must continue in effect beyond June 26, 2007. Therefore, in 
accordance with section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act (50 
U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am continuing for 1 year the national emergency with 
respect to the Western Balkans.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted 
to the Congress.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    June 22, 2007.




Memorandum of June 26, 2007

Assignment of Functions Under Section 1035 of the John Warner National 
Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2007

Memorandum for the Secretary of State [and] the Secretary of Defense
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and laws 
of the United States, including section 301 of title 3, United States 
Code, I hereby assign to the Secretary of Defense the functions of the 
President under section 1035 of the John Warner National Defense 
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2007 (Public Law 109-364). The 
Secretary of State, and the heads of other executive departments and 
agencies identified in the report required under section 1035, should 
concur with the report.
The Secretary of Defense is authorized and directed to publish this 
memorandum in the Federal Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH

THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, June 26, 2007.

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Memorandum of June 28, 2007

Assignment of Reporting Function

Memorandum for the Director of the Office of Personnel Management
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the 
laws of the United States, including section 301 of title 3, United 
States Code, I hereby assign to you the reporting function conferred 
upon the President by section 9003(d)(3) of title 5, United States Code.
You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the 
Federal Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH

THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, June 28, 2007.




Presidential Determination No. 2007-23 of June 28, 2007

Presidential Determination to Waive Military Coup-Related Provision of 
the Foreign Operations, Export Financing, and Related Programs 
Appropriations Act, 2006, as Carried Forward Under the Revised 
Continuing Appropriations Resolution, 2007, With Respect to Pakistan

Memorandum for the Secretary of State
Pursuant to the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of 
the United States, including section 534(j) of the Foreign Operations, 
Export Financing, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2006 (the 
``Act'')(Public Law 109-102), as carried forward under the Revised 
Continuing Appropriations Resolution, 2007 (Public Law 110-5)(the 
``Continuing Resolution''), and Public Law 107-57, as amended, I hereby 
determine and certify, with respect to Pakistan, that a waiver of 
section 508 of the Act, as carried forward under the Continuing 
Resolution:

(a) would facilitate the transition to democratic rule in Pakistan; and

(b) is important to United States efforts to respond to, deter, or prevent 
acts of international terrorism.

Accordingly, I hereby waive, with respect to Pakistan, section 508 of 
such Act, as carried forward by the Continuing Resolution.
You are authorized and directed to transmit this determination to the 
Congress and to publish it in the Federal Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, June 28, 2007.

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Presidential Determination No. 2007-24 of June 28, 2007

Presidential Determination Under Section 402(c)(2)(A) of the Trade Act 
of 1974--Turkmenistan

Memorandum for the Secretary of State
Pursuant to section 402(c)(2)(A) of the Trade Act of 1974 (Public Law 
93-618), as amended (the ``Act''), I determine that a waiver by 
Executive Order of the application of subsections (a) and (b) of section 
402 of the Act with respect to Turkmenistan will substantially promote 
the objectives of section 402.
On my behalf, please transmit this determination to the Speaker of the 
House of Representatives and to the President of the Senate.
You are authorized and directed to publish this determination in the 
Federal Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, June 28, 2007.




Memorandum of July 3, 2007

Assignment of Certain Functions Relating to Nuclear Energy Facilities

Memorandum for the Secretary of Health and Human Services[,] the 
Secretary of Energy[,] the Secretary of Homeland Security[,] the 
Chairman of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission[, and] the Director of the 
Office of Science and Technology Policy
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the 
laws of the United States, including section 301 of title 3, United 
States Code, and section 204(b) of the National Science and Technology 
Policy, Organization, and Priorities Act of 1976, as amended (42 U.S.C. 
6613(b)), the functions of the President under section 127 of the Public 
Health Security and Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response Act of 2002 
(Public Law 107-188) (42 U.S.C. 247d-6b note) are assigned as follows:

(1) the function of making a determination under subsection 127(f) of 
Public Law 107-188 is assigned to the Director of the Office of Science and 
Technology Policy; and

(2) the functions of the President under section 127 of Public Law 107-188 
other than that assigned under subsection 127(f) are assigned to the 
Chairman of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.

In the performance of such functions the Chairman and the Director 
should consult each other and the Secretaries of Health and Human 
Services, Energy, and Homeland Security, as appropriate.

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The Director is authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in 
the Federal Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH

THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, July 3, 2007.




Presidential Determination No. 2007-25 of July 5, 2007

Transfer of Funds from Prior Year Independent States Account to the 
International Narcotics Control and Law Enforcement Account To Support 
the Women's Justice and Empowerment Initiative

Memorandum for the Secretary of State
Pursuant to the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of 
the United States, including section 610 of the Foreign Assistance Act 
of 1961, as amended (the ``Act''), I hereby determine that it is 
necessary for the purposes of that Act that $1.8 million in prior year 
Independent States funds made available under chapter 11 of part I of 
the Act be transferred to, and consolidated with, funds made available 
under chapter 8 of part I of the Act, and such funds are hereby so 
transferred and consolidated.
You are authorized and directed to report this determination to the 
Congress and to arrange for its publication in the Federal Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, July 5, 2007.




Presidential Determination No. 2007-26 of July 10, 2007

Presidential Determination on Transfer of Economic Support Funds to the 
Overseas Private Investment Corporation To Establish a Loan Guarantee 
Program

Memorandum for the Secretary of State
Pursuant to section 579 of the Foreign Operations, Export Financing, and 
Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2006 (Public Law 109-102)(the 
``Act''), I hereby determine that it is in furtherance of the purposes 
of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, that $5 million in Economic 
Support Funds appropriated under title II of the Act may be transferred 
to and merged with the funds appropriated by the Act for the Overseas 
Private Investment Corporation Program Account, to be subject to the 
terms and conditions of that account.

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You are authorized and directed to publish this determination in the 
Federal Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, July 10, 2007.




Presidential Determination No. 2007-27 of July 12, 2007

Waiver of Limitation on Obligation and Expenditure of $642.5 Million in 
Fiscal Year 2007 Economic Support Funds for Iraq

Memorandum for the Secretary of State
Pursuant to the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution 
and the laws of the United States, including section 1314(c)(2) of the 
U.S. Troop Readiness, Veterans' Care, Katrina Recovery, and Iraq 
Accountability Appropriations Act, 2007 (Public Law 110-28)(the 
``Act''), I hereby waive the requirements of section 1314(c)(1) for 
$642.5 million of Fiscal Year 2007 Economic Support Funds for Iraq and 
direct you to submit to the Congress this determination along with the 
certification in accordance with section 1314(c)(2) of the Act.
You are hereby directed to publish this determination in the Federal 
Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, July 12, 2007.




Notice of July 19, 2007

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Former 
Liberian Regime of Charles Taylor

On July 22, 2004, by Executive Order 13348, I declared a national 
emergency and ordered related measures, including the blocking of 
property of certain persons associated with the former Liberian regime 
of Charles Taylor, pursuant to the International Emergency Economic 
Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701-1706). I took this action to deal with the 
unusual and extraordinary threat to the foreign policy of the United 
States constituted by the actions and policies of former Liberian 
President Charles Taylor and other persons, in particular, their 
unlawful depletion of Liberian resources and their removal from Liberia 
and secreting of Liberian funds and property, which have undermined 
Liberia's transition to democracy and the orderly development of its 
political, administrative, and economic institutions and resources. I 
further noted that the Comprehensive Peace Agreement signed on August 
18, 2003, and the related cease-fire had not yet been universally 
implemented throughout Liberia, and that the illicit trade in round logs

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and timber products was linked to the proliferation of and trafficking 
in illegal arms, which perpetuated the Liberian conflict and fueled and 
exacerbated other conflicts throughout West Africa.
Today, Liberia is engaged in a peaceful transition to a democratic order 
under the administration of President Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf. The 
regulations implementing Executive Order 13348, clarify that the subject 
of this national emergency has been and remains limited to the former 
Liberian regime of Charles Taylor and specified other persons and not 
the country, citizens, Government, or Central Bank of Liberia.
Charles Taylor is today standing trial in The Hague by the Special Court 
for Sierra Leone. However, stability in Liberia is still fragile. The 
actions and policies of Charles Taylor and others have left a legacy of 
destruction that still has the potential to undermine Liberia's 
transformation and recovery.
Because the actions and policies of these persons continue to pose an 
unusual and extraordinary threat to the foreign policy of the United 
States, the national emergency declared on July 22, 2004, and the 
measures adopted on that date to deal with that emergency, must continue 
in effect beyond July 22, 2007. Therefore, in accordance with section 
202(d) of the National Emergency Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am 
continuing for 1 year the national emergency declared in Executive Order 
13348.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted 
to the Congress.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    July 19, 2007.




Notice of August 15, 2007

Continuation of Emergency Regarding Export Control Regulations

On August 17, 2001, consistent with the authority provided to me under 
the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 170l et 
seq.), I issued Executive Order 13222. In that order, I declared a 
national emergency with respect to the unusual and extraordinary threat 
to the national security, foreign policy, and economy of the United 
States in light of the expiration of the Export Administration Act of 
1979, as amended (50 U.S.C. App. 2401 et seq.). Because the Export 
Administration Act has not been renewed by the Congress, the national 
emergency declared on August 17, 2001, must continue in effect beyond 
August 17, 2007. Therefore, in accordance with section 202(d) of the 
National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am continuing for 1 year 
the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13222.

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This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted 
to the Congress.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    August 15, 2007.




Presidential Determination No. 2007-28 of August 16, 2007

Presidential Determination on Continuation of U.S. Drug Interdiction 
Assistance to the Government of Colombia

Memorandum for the Secretary of State [and] the Secretary of Defense
Pursuant to the authority vested in me by section 1012 of the National 
Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 1995, as amended (22 U.S.C. 
2291-4), I hereby certify, with respect to Colombia, that: (1) 
interdiction of aircraft reasonably suspected to be primarily engaged in 
illicit drug trafficking in that country's airspace is necessary because 
of the extraordinary threat posed by illicit drug trafficking to the 
national security of that country; and (2) that country has appropriate 
procedures in place to protect against innocent loss of life in the air 
and on the ground in connection with such interdiction, which shall at a 
minimum include effective means to identify and warn an aircraft before 
the use of force is directed against the aircraft.
The Secretary of State is authorized and directed to publish this 
determination in the Federal Register and to notify the Congress of this 
determination.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, August 16, 2007.




Presidential Determination No. 2007-29 of August 27, 2007

Assignment of Function Concerning Assistance to Afghanistan

Memorandum for the Secretary of State[,] Director of National Drug 
Control Policy[, and the] Director of National Intelligence
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and laws 
of the United States, including section 301 of title 3, United States 
Code, the function of the President under the heading ``Economic Support 
Fund'' in the Foreign Operations, Export Financing, and Related Programs 
Appropriations Act, 2006 (Public Law 109-102)(the ``Act''), as carried 
forward by the Revised Continuing Appropriations Resolution, 2007 
(Public Law 110-5), that relates to waiver of a provision is assigned to 
the Secretary of State. The Director of National Drug Control Policy and 
the Director of National Intelligence shall, consistent with applicable 
law, provide the Secretary of

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State with such information as may be necessary to assist the Secretary 
in the performance of such function.
Reference in this memorandum to the provision in the Act shall be deemed 
to include references to any provision of law that is the same or 
substantially the same as such provision.
The Secretary of State is authorized and directed to publish this 
memorandum in the Federal Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, August 27, 2007.




Presidential Determination No. 2007-30 of August 31, 2007

Presidential Determination on Waiving Prohibition on United States 
Military Assistance With Respect to Montenegro

Memorandum for the Secretary of State
Consistent with the authority vested in me by section 2007 of the 
American Servicemembers' Protection Act of 2002, as amended (the 
``Act''), title II of Public Law 107-206 (22 U.S.C. 7421 et seq.), I 
hereby:
 Determine that Montenegro has entered into an agreement with 
the United States pursuant to Article 98 of the Rome Statute preventing 
the International Criminal Court from proceeding against U.S. personnel 
present in such country; and
 Waive the prohibition of section 2007(a) of the Act with 
respect to this country for as long as such agreement remains in force.
You are authorized and directed to report this determination to the 
Congress and to arrange for its publication in the Federal Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, August 31, 2007.




Memorandum of September 8, 2007

Assignment of Reporting Functions Relating to the Information Sharing 
Environment

Memorandum for the Secretary of State[,] the Secretary of Defense[,] the 
Attorney General[,] the Secretary of Energy[,] the Secretary of Homeland 
Security[, and] the Director of National Intelligence
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and laws 
of the United States, including section 301 of title 3, United States 
Code,

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the reporting functions of the President under subsections (h) and (j) 
of section 1016 of the Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act 
of 2004 (Public Law 108-458), as amended by the Implementing 
Recommendations of the 9/11 Commission Act of 2007 (Public Law 110-53) 
(IRTPA), are hereby assigned to the Director of National Intelligence 
(Director). The Director shall consult the Secretaries of State, 
Defense, Energy, Homeland Security, and the Attorney General in 
performing such functions.
Heads of departments and agencies shall, to the extent permitted by law, 
furnish to the Director information that the Director requests to 
perform such functions, in the format and on the schedule specified by 
the Director.
The Director shall perform such functions in a manner consistent with 
the President's constitutional authority to withhold information the 
disclosure of which could impair foreign relations, national security, 
the deliberative processes of the Executive, and the performance of the 
Executive's constitutional duties.
Any reference in this memorandum to the provision of IRTPA shall be 
deemed to include references to any hereafter-enacted provision of law 
that is the same or substantially the same as such provision.
The Director is authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in 
the Federal Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH

THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, September 8, 2007.




Presidential Determination No. 2007-31 of September 8, 2007

Emergency Fund Drawdown to Support Assistance to Conflict Victims in 
Iraq, Lebanon, and Sri Lanka

Memorandum for the Secretary of State
By the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the 
United States, including sections 2 and 4(a)(1) of the Migration and 
Refugee Assistance Act of 1962 (the ``Act''), as amended (22 U.S.C. 2601 
and 2603) and section 301 of title 3, United States Code:

 (1) I hereby determine, pursuant to section 2(c)(1) of the Act, that it is 
important to the national interest to furnish assistance under the Act, in 
an amount not to exceed $24 million from the United States Emergency 
Refugee and Migration Assistance Fund, for the purpose of meeting 
unexpected and urgent refugee and migration needs, including contributions 
to international, governmental, and nongovernmental organizations, and 
payment of administrative expenses of the Bureau of Population, Refugees, 
and Migration of the Department of State, related to: humanitarian needs 
resulting from conflicts in Iraq, Lebanon, and Sri Lanka.

 (2) I hereby assign to you the functions of the President in relation to 
this memorandum under section 2(d) of the Act, and of establishing

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terms and conditions under section 2(c)(1) of the Act, and you my further 
assign such functions to any of your subordinates.

You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the 
Federal Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, September 8, 2007.




Notice of September 12, 2007

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Certain Terrorist 
Attacks

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and laws 
of the United States, including section 301 of title 3, United States 
Code, the reporting functions of the President under subsections (h) and 
(j) of section 1016 of the Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention 
Act of 2004 (Public Law 108-458), as amended by the Implementing 
Recommendations of the 9/11 Commission Act of 2007 (Public Law 110-53) 
(IRTPA), are hereby assigned to the Director of National Intelligence 
(Director). The Director shall consult the Secretaries of State, 
Defense, Energy, Homeland Security, and the Attorney General in 
performing such functions.
Heads of departments and agencies shall, to the extent permitted by law, 
furnish to the Director information that the Director requests to 
perform such functions, in the format and on the schedule specified by 
the Director.
The Director shall perform such functions in a manner consistent with 
the President's constitutional authority to withhold information the 
disclosure of which could impair foreign relations, national security, 
the deliberative processes of the Executive, and the performance of the 
Executive's constitutional duties.
Any reference in this memorandum to the provision of IRTPA shall be 
deemed to include references to any hereafter-enacted provision of law 
that is the same or substantially the same as such provision.
The Director is authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in 
the Federal Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    September 12, 2007.

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Presidential Determination No. 2007-32 of September 13, 2007

Continuation of the Exercise of Certain Authorities Under the Trading 
With the Enemy Act

Memorandum for the Secretary of State [and] the Sectretary of the 
Treasury
Under section 101(b) of Public Law 95-223 (91 Stat. 1625; 50 U.S.C. App. 
5(b) note), and a previous determination on September 13, 2006 (71 Fed. 
Reg. 54399), the exercise of certain authorities under the Trading With 
the Enemy Act is scheduled to terminate on September 14, 2007.
I hereby determine that the continuation for 1 year of the exercise of 
those authorities with respect to the applicable countries is in the 
national interest of the United States.
Therefore, consistent with the authority vested in me by section 101(b) 
of Public Law 95-223, I continue for 1 year, until September 14, 2008, 
the exercise of those authorities with respect to countries affected by:
    (1) the Foreign Assets Control Regulations, 31 C.F.R. part 500;
    (2) the Transaction Control Regulations, 31 C.F.R. part 505; and
    (3) the Cuban Assets Control Regulations, 31 C.F.R. part 515.
The Secretary of the Treasury is authorized and directed to publish this 
determination in the Federal Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, September 13, 2007.




Notice of September 20, 2007

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Persons Who 
Commit, Threaten To Commit, or Support Terrorism

On September 23, 2001, by Executive Order 13224, I declared a national 
emergency with respect to persons who commit, threaten to commit, or 
support terrorism, pursuant to the International Emergency Economic 
Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701-1706). I took this action to deal with the 
unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security, foreign 
policy, and economy of the United States constituted by the grave acts 
of terrorism and threats of terrorism committed by foreign terrorists, 
including the terrorist attacks in New York, in Pennsylvania, and 
against the Pentagon committed on September 11, 2001, and the continuing 
and immediate threat of further attacks against United States nationals 
or the United States. Because the actions of these persons who commit, 
threaten to commit, or support terrorism continue to pose an unusual and 
extraordinary threat to the United States, the national emergency 
declared on September 23, 2001, and the measures adopted on that date to 
deal with that emergency, must continue in effect beyond September 23, 
2007. Therefore, in accordance with section

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202(d) of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am 
continuing for 1 year the national emergency with respect to persons who 
commit, threaten to commit, or support terrorism.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted 
to the Congress.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    September 20, 2007.




Presidential Determination No. 2007-34 of September 28, 2007

Presidential Determination on Energy Assistance for the Democratic 
People's Republic of Korea

Memorandum for the Secretary of State
Pursuant to the authority vested in me by section 610(a) of the Foreign 
Assistance Act of 1961, as amended (the ``Act''), I hereby determine 
that it is necessary for the purposes of the Act that $25 million in 
FY07 funds available for assistance for Eastern Europe and the Baltic 
States under the Act and the Support for East European Democracy (SEED) 
Act be transferred to and consolidated with funds made available for 
chapter 4 of part II of the Act, and such funds are hereby transferred 
and consolidated.
In addition, pursuant to the authority vested in me by section 614(a)(1) 
of the Act, I hereby determine that it is important to the security 
interests of the United States to furnish up to $25 million in funds 
made available pursuant to chapter 4 of part II of the Act, comprised of 
funds transferred pursuant to this determination, for energy assistance 
for the Democratic People's Republic of Korea without regard to any 
provision of law within the purview of section 614(a)(1) of the Act. I 
hereby authorize the furnishing of this assistance.
You are hereby authorized and directed to transmit this determination to 
the Congress and to arrange for its publication in the Federal Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, September 28, 2007.




Presidential Determination No. 2007-35 of September 28, 2007

Waiver of Limitation on Obligation and Expenditure of $1,051.6 Million 
in Fiscal Year 2007 Economic Support Funds for Iraq

Memorandum for the Secretary of State
Pursuant to the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution 
and the laws of the United States, including section 1314(c)(2) of the 
U.S.

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Troop Readiness, Veterans' Care, Katrina Recovery, and Iraq 
Accountability Appropriations Act, 2007 (Public Law 110-28 ) (the 
``Act''), I hereby waive the requirements of section 1314(c)(1) for 
$1,051.6 million of Fiscal Year 2007 Economic Support Funds for Iraq and 
direct you to submit to the Congress this determination along with the 
certification in accordance with section 1314(c)(2) of the Act.
You are authorized and directed to publish this determination in the 
Federal Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, September 28, 2007.




Memorandum of September 28, 2007

Assignment of Specified Reporting and Determination Functions Relating 
to Afghanistan, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Certain Education Abroad

Memorandum for the Secretary of State[,] the Secretary of Defense[, and] 
the Director of National Intelligence
By virtue of the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution 
and the laws of the United States, including section 301 of title 3, 
United States Code, I hereby assign to the Secretary of State the 
functions of the President under sections 2041(d)(3), 2042(c)(1), 
2042(d), and 2043(c)(1) of the Implementing Recommendations of the 9/11 
Commission Act of 2007 (Public Law 110-53)(the ``9/11 Act'') and section 
7114(b)(6) of the Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 
2004 (Public Law 108-458), as amended.
The Secretary of State shall consult with:

(1) the Secretary of Defense in the performance of the functions in section 
2041(d)(3) of the 9/11 Act; and

(2) the Secretary of Defense and the Director of National Intelligence in 
the performance of the functions in section 2043(c)(1) of the 9/11 Act.

The Secretary of State is authorized and directed to publish this 
memorandum in the Federal Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH

THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, September 28, 2007.

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Presidential Determination No. 2008-1 of October 2, 2007

Presidential Determination on FY 2008 Refugee Admissions Numbers and 
Authorizations of In-Country Refugee Status Pursuant to Sections 207 and 
101(a)(42), Respectively, of the Immigration and Nationality Act, and 
Determination Pursuant to Section 2(b)(2) of the Migration and Refugee 
Assistance Act, as Amended

Memorandum for the Secretary of State
In accordance with section 207 of the Immigration and Nationality Act 
(the ``Act'')(8 U.S.C. 1157), as amended, and after appropriate 
consultations with the Congress, I hereby make the following 
determinations and authorize the following actions:
The admission of up to 80,000 refugees to the United States during FY 
2008 is justified by humanitarian concerns or is otherwise in the 
national interest; provided, however, that this number shall be 
understood as including persons admitted to the United States during FY 
2008 with Federal refugee resettlement assistance under the Amerasian 
immigrant admissions program, as provided below. The ceiling shall be 
construed as a maximum not to be exceeded and not a minimum to be 
achieved.
The 80,000 admissions numbers shall be allocated among refugees of 
special humanitarian concern to the United States in accordance with the 
following regional allocations; provided, however, that the number of 
admissions allocated to the East Asia region shall include persons 
admitted to the United States during FY 2008 with Federal refugee 
resettlement assistance under section 584 of the Foreign Operations, 
Export Financing, and Related Programs Appropriations Act of 1988, as 
contained in section 101(e) of Public Law 100-202 (Amerasian immigrants 
and their family members):


 
 
 
Africa                                     16,000
East Asia                                  20,000
Europe and Central Asia                    3,000
Latin America/Caribbean                    3,000
Near East/South Asia                       28,000
Unallocated Reserve                        10,000
 


The 10,000 unallocated refugee numbers shall be allocated to regional 
ceilings as needed. Upon providing notification to the Judiciary 
Committees of the Congress, you are hereby authorized to use unallocated 
admissions in regions where the need for additional admissions arises.
Additionally, upon notification to the Judiciary Committees of the 
Congress, you are further authorized to transfer unused admissions 
allocated to a particular region to one or more other regions, if there 
is a need for greater admissions for the region or regions to which the 
admissions are being transferred. Consistent with section 2(b)(2) of the 
Migration and Refugee Assistance Act of 1962, as amended, I hereby 
determine that assistance to or on behalf of persons applying for 
admission to the United States as part

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of the overseas refugee admissions program will contribute to the 
foreign policy interests of the United States and designate such persons 
for this purpose.
Consistent with section 101(a)(42) of the Act (8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(42)), 
and after appropriate consultation with the Congress, I also specify 
that, for FY 2008, the following persons may, if otherwise qualified, be 
considered refugees for the purpose of admission to the United States 
within their countries of nationality or habitual residence:

a. Persons in Vietnam

b. Persons in Cuba

c. Persons in the former Soviet Union

d. In exceptional circumstances, persons identified by a United States 
Embassy in any location

You are authorized and directed to report this determination to the 
Congress immediately and to publish it in the Federal Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, October 2, 2007.




Presidential Determination No. 2008-2 of October 11, 2007

Waiver and Certification of Statutory Provisions Regarding the Palestine 
Liberation Organization Office

Memorandum for the Secretary of State
Pursuant to the authority and conditions contained in section 534(d) of 
the Foreign Operations, Export Financing, and Related Programs 
Appropriations Act, 2006, Public Law 109-102, as carried forward by the 
Revised Continuing Appropriations Resolution, 2007, Public Law 110-5, 
and the Continuing Appropriations Resolution, 2008, Public Law 110-92, I 
hereby determine and certify that it is important to the national 
security interests of the United States to waive the provisions of 
section 1003 of the Anti-Terrorism Act of 1987, Public Law 100-204.
This waiver shall be effective for a period of 6 months. You are hereby 
authorized and directed to transmit this determination to the Congress 
and to publish it in the Federal Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, October 11, 2007.

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Presidential Determination No. 2008-3 of October 16, 2007

Provision of U.S. Drug Interdiction Assistance to the Government of 
Brazil

Memorandum for the Secretary of State [and] the Secretary of Defense
Pursuant to the authority vested in me by section 1012 of the National 
Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 1995, as amended (22 U.S.C. 
2291-4), I hereby certify, with respect to Brazil, that (1) interdiction 
of aircraft reasonably suspected to be primarily engaged in illicit drug 
trafficking in that country's airspace is necessary because of the 
extraordinary threat posed by illicit drug trafficking to the national 
security of that country; and (2) that country has appropriate 
procedures in place to protect against innocent loss of life in the air 
and on the ground in connection with such interdiction, which shall at a 
minimum include effective means to identify and warn an aircraft before 
the use of force is directed against the aircraft.
The Secretary of State is authorized and directed to publish this 
determination in the Federal Register and to notify the Congress of this 
determination.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, October 16, 2007.




Presidential Determination No. 2008-4 of October 18, 2007

Presidential Determination With Respect to Foreign Governments' Efforts 
Regarding Trafficking in Persons

Memorandum for the Secretary of State
Consistent with section 110 of the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 
2000 (Division A of Public Law 106-386), as amended, (the ``Act''), I 
hereby:
Make the determination provided in section 110(d)(1)(A)(i) of the Act, 
with respect to Burma, Syria, and Venezuela not to provide certain 
funding for those countries' governments for Fiscal Year 2008, until 
such government complies with the minimum standards or makes significant 
efforts to bring itself into compliance, as may be determined by the 
Secretary of State in a report to the Congress pursuant to section 
110(b) of the Act;
Make the determination provided in section 110(d)(1)(A)(ii) of the Act, 
with respect to Cuba, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), 
and Iran not to provide certain funding for those countries' governments 
for Fiscal Year 2008, until such government complies with the minimum 
standards or makes significant efforts to bring itself into compliance, 
as may be determined by the Secretary of State in a report to the 
Congress pursuant to section 110(b) of the Act;

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Make the determination provided in section 110(d)(3) of the Act, 
concerning the determination of the Secretary of State with respect to 
Equatorial Guinea and Kuwait.
Determine, consistent with section 110(d)(4) of the Act, with respect to 
Algeria, that provision to Algeria of all programs, projects, or 
activities of assistance described in sections 110(d)(1)(A)(i) and 
110(d)(1)(B) of the Act would promote the purposes of the Act or is 
otherwise in the national interest of the United States;
Determine, consistent with section 110(d)(4) of the Act, with respect to 
Bahrain, that provision to Bahrain of all programs, projects, or 
activities of assistance described in sections 110(d)(1)(A)(i) and 
110(d)(1)(B) of the Act would promote the purposes of the Act or is 
otherwise in the national interest of the United States;
Determine, consistent with section 110(d)(4) of the Act, with respect to 
DPRK, that funding for educational and cultural exchange programs 
described in section 110(d)(1)(A)(ii) of the Act that are aimed at 
improving U.S.-DPRK relations would promote the purposes of the Act or 
is otherwise in the national interest of the United States;
Determine, consistent with section 110(d)(4) of the Act, with respect to 
Iran, that funding for educational and cultural exchange programs 
described in section 110(d)(1)(A)(ii) of the Act that include educators 
and municipal leaders would promote the purposes of the Act or is 
otherwise in the national interest of the United States;
Determine, consistent with section 110(d)(4) of the Act, with respect to 
Malaysia, that provision to Malaysia of all programs, projects, or 
activities of assistance described in sections 110(d)(1)(A)(i) and 
110(d)(1)(B) of the Act would promote the purposes of the Act or is 
otherwise in the national interest of the United States;
Determine, consistent with section 110(d)(4) of the Act, with respect to 
Oman, that provision to Oman of all programs, projects, or activities of 
assistance described in sections 110(d)(1)(A)(i) and 110(d)(1)(B) of the 
Act would promote the purposes of the Act or is otherwise in the 
national interest of the United States;
Determine, consistent with section 110(d)(4) of the Act, with respect to 
Qatar, that provision to Qatar of all programs, projects, or activities 
of assistance described in sections 110(d)(1)(A)(i) and 110(d)(1)(B) of 
the Act would promote the purposes of the Act or is otherwise in the 
national interest of the United States;
Determine, consistent with section 110(d)(4) of the Act, with respect to 
Saudi Arabia, that provision to Saudi Arabia of all programs, projects, 
or activities of assistance described in sections 110(d)(1)(A)(i) and 
110(d)(1)(B) of the Act would promote the purposes of the Act or is 
otherwise in the national interest of the United States;
Determine, consistent with section 110(d)(4) of the Act, with respect to 
Sudan, that provision to Sudan of all programs, projects, or activities 
of assistance described in sections 110(d)(1)(A)(i) and 110(d)(1)(B) of 
the Act would promote the purposes of the Act or is otherwise in the 
national interest of the United States;

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Determine, consistent with section 110(d)(4) of the Act, with respect to 
Syria, for all programs, projects, or activities of assistance for 
victims of trafficking in persons or to combat such trafficking, that 
provision to Syria of the assistance described in section 
110(d)(1)(A)(i) of the Act for such programs, projects, or activities 
would promote the purposes of the Act or is otherwise in the national 
interest of the United States;
Determine, consistent with section 110(d)(4) of the Act, with respect to 
Uzbekistan, that provision to Uzbekistan of all programs, projects, or 
activities of assistance described in sections 110(d)(1)(A)(i) and 
110(d)(1)(B) of the Act would promote the purposes of the Act or is 
otherwise in the national interest of the United States;
Determine, consistent with section 110(d)(4) of the Act, with respect to 
Venezuela, for all programs, projects, or activities of assistance for 
victims of trafficking in persons or to combat such trafficking, or for 
strengthening democracy or good governance, or for public diplomacy, 
that provision to Venezuela of the assistance described in sections 
110(d)(1)(A)(i) and 110(d)(1)(B) of the Act for such programs, projects, 
or activities would promote the purposes of the Act or is otherwise in 
the national interest of the United States;
Determine, consistent with section 110(d)(4) of the Act, that assistance 
to Venezuela described in section 110(d)(1)(B) of the Act that:

(1) is a regional program, project, or activity under which the total 
benefit to Venezuela does not exceed 10 percent of the total value of such 
program, project, or activity; or

(2) has as its primary objective the addressing of basic human needs, as 
defined by the Department of the Treasury with respect to other, existing 
legislative mandates concerning U.S. participation in the multilateral 
development banks; or

(3) is complementary to or has similar policy objectives to programs being 
implemented bilaterally by the United States Government; or

(4) has as its primary objective the improvement of the country's legal 
system, including in areas that impact the country's ability to investigate 
and prosecute trafficking cases or otherwise improve implementation of a 
country's anti-trafficking policy, regulations, or legislation; or

(5) is engaging a government, international organization, or civil society 
organization, and that seeks as its primary objective(s) to: (a) increase 
efforts to investigate and prosecute trafficking in persons crimes; (b) 
increase protection for victims of trafficking through better screening, 
identification, rescue/removal, aftercare (shelter, counseling) training 
and reintegration; or (c) expand prevention efforts through education and 
awareness campaigns highlighting the dangers of trafficking or training and 
economic empowerment of populations clearly at risk of falling victim to 
trafficking would promote the purposes of the Act or is otherwise in the 
national interest of the United States.

The certification required by section 110(e) of the Act is provided 
herewith.

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You are hereby authorized and directed to submit this determination to 
the Congress, and to publish it in the Federal Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, October 18, 2007.




Notice of October 18, 2007

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Significant 
Narcotics Traffickers Centered in Colombia

On October 21, 1995, by Executive Order 12978, the President declared a 
national emergency pursuant to the International Emergency Economic 
Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701-1706) to deal with the unusual and 
extraordinary threat to the national security, foreign policy, and 
economy of the United States constituted by the actions of significant 
narcotics traffickers centered in Colombia, and the extreme level of 
violence, corruption, and harm such actions cause in the United States 
and abroad.
The order blocks all property and interests in property that are in the 
United States, or within the possession or control of United States 
persons, of foreign persons listed in an annex to the order, as well as 
of foreign persons determined to play a significant role in 
international narcotics trafficking centered in Colombia. The order 
similarly blocks all property and interests in property of foreign 
persons determined to materially assist in, or provide financial or 
technological support for or goods or services in support of, the 
narcotics trafficking activities of persons designated in or pursuant to 
the order. In addition, the order blocks all property and interests in 
property of persons determined to be owned or controlled by, or to act 
for or on behalf of, persons designated in or pursuant to the order.
The order also prohibits any transaction or dealing by United States 
persons or within the United States in property or interests in property 
of the persons designated in or pursuant to the order.
Because the actions of significant narcotics traffickers centered in 
Colombia continue to threaten the national security, foreign policy, and 
economy of the United States and to cause an extreme level of violence, 
corruption, and harm in the United States and abroad, the national 
emergency declared on October 21, 1995, and the measures adopted 
pursuant thereto to deal with that emergency, must continue in effect 
beyond October 21, 2007.
Therefore, in accordance with section 202(d) of the National Emergencies 
Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am continuing for 1 year the national 
emergency with respect to significant narcotics traffickers centered in 
Colombia. This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and 
transmitted to the Congress.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    October 18, 2007.

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Presidential Determination No. 2008-5 of October 19, 2007

Presidential Determination Relating to Assistance for Saudi Arabia

Memorandum for the Secretary of State
Pursuant to the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws 
of the United States, including section 582 of the Foreign Operations, 
Export Financing, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2006 (Public 
Law 109-102), and that section as carried forward by the Revised 
Continuing Appropriations Resolution, 2007 (Public Law 110-5), and the 
Continuing Appropriations Resolution, 2008 (Public Law 110-92), I hereby 
certify that Saudi Arabia is cooperating with efforts to combat 
international terrorism and that the proposed assistance will help 
facilitate that effort, and hereby waive the application of such 
sections.
You are authorized and directed to report this certification to the 
Congress and publish it in the Federal Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, October 19, 2007.




Notice of October 24, 2007

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Situation in 
or in Relation to the Democratic Republic of the Congo

On October 27, 2006, by Executive Order 13413, I declared a national 
emergency with respect to the situation in or in relation to the 
Democratic Republic of the Congo and, pursuant to the International 
Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701-1706), ordered related 
measures blocking the property of certain persons contributing to the 
conflict in that country. I took this action to deal with the unusual 
and extraordinary threat to the foreign policy of the United States 
constituted by the situation in or in relation to the Democratic 
Republic of the Congo, which has been marked by widespread violence and 
atrocities that continue to threaten regional stability and was 
addressed by the United Nations Security Council in Resolution 1596 of 
April 18, 2005, Resolution 1649 of December 21, 2005, and Resolution 
1698 of July 31, 2006.
Because this situation continues to pose an unusual and extraordinary 
threat to the foreign policy of the United States, the national 
emergency declared on October 27, 2006, and the measures adopted on that 
date to deal with that emergency, must continue in effect beyond October 
27, 2007. Therefore, in accordance with section 202(d) of the National 
Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am continuing for 1 year the 
national emergency declared in Executive Order 13413.

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This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted 
to the Congress.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    October 24, 2007.




Notice of November 1, 2007

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Sudan

On November 3, 1997, by Executive Order 13067, the President declared a 
national emergency with respect to Sudan, pursuant to the International 
Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701-1706), to deal with the 
unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security and foreign 
policy of the United States constituted by the actions and policies of 
the Government of Sudan. On April 26, 2006, in Executive Order 13400, I 
determined that the conflict in Sudan's Darfur region posed an unusual 
and extraordinary threat to the national security and foreign policy of 
the United States, expanded the scope of the national emergency to deal 
with that threat, and ordered the blocking of property of certain 
persons connected to the conflict. On October 13, 2006, I issued 
Executive Order 13412 to take additional steps with respect to the 
national emergency and to implement the Darfur Peace and Accountability 
Act of 2006.
Because the actions and policies of the Government of Sudan continue to 
pose an unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security and 
foreign policy of the United States, the national emergency declared on 
November 3, 1997, as expanded on April 26, 2006, must continue in effect 
beyond November 3, 2007. Therefore, consistent with section 202(d) of 
the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am continuing for 1 
year the national emergency with respect to Sudan.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted 
to the Congress.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    November 1, 2007.




Notice of November 8, 2007

Continuation of Emergency Regarding Weapons of Mass Destruction

On November 14, 1994, by Executive Order 12938, the President declared a 
national emergency with respect to the unusual and extraordinary threat 
to the national security, foreign policy, and economy of the United 
States posed by the proliferation of nuclear, biological, and chemical 
weapons

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``weapons of mass destruction'' and the means of delivering such 
weapons. On July 28, 1998, the President issued Executive Order 13094 
amending Executive Order 12938 to respond more effectively to the 
worldwide threat of weapons of mass destruction proliferation 
activities. On June 28, 2005, I issued Executive Order 13382 which, 
inter alia, further amended Executive Order 12938 to improve our ability 
to combat proliferation. The proliferation of weapons of mass 
destruction and the means of delivering them continues to pose an 
unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security, foreign 
policy, and economy of the United States; therefore, the national 
emergency first declared on November 14, 1994, and extended in each 
subsequent year, must continue. In accordance with section 202(d) of the 
National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am continuing for 1 year 
the national emergency declared in Executive Order 12938, as amended.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted 
to the Congress.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    November 8, 2007.




Notice of November 8, 2007

Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Iran

On November 14, 1979, by Executive Order 12170, the President declared a 
national emergency with respect to Iran pursuant to the International 
Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701-1706) to deal with the 
unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security, foreign 
policy, and economy of the United States constituted by the situation in 
Iran. Because our relations with Iran have not yet returned to normal, 
and the process of implementing the January 19, 1981 agreements with 
Iran is still underway, the national emergency declared on November 14, 
1979, must continue in effect beyond November 14, 2007. Therefore, 
consistent with section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act (50 
U.S.C. 1622(d)), I am continuing for 1 year this national emergency with 
respect to Iran.
This notice shall be published in the Federal Register and transmitted 
to the Congress.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    November 8, 2007.

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Presidential Determination No. 2008-6 of December 12, 2007

Suspension of Limitations Under the Jerusalem Embassy Act

Memorandum for the Secretary of State
Pursuant to the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution 
and the laws of the United States, including section 7(a) of the 
Jerusalem Embassy Act of 1995 (Public Law 104-45) (the ``Act''), I 
hereby determine that it is necessary to protect the national security 
interests of the United States to suspend for a period of 6 months the 
limitations set forth in sections 3(b) and 7(b) of the Act. My 
Administration remains committed to beginning the process of moving our 
Embassy to Jerusalem.
You are hereby authorized and directed to transmit this determination to 
the Congress, accompanied by a report in accordance with section 7(a) of 
the Act, and to publish the determination in the Federal Register.
This suspension shall take effect after transmission of this 
determination and report to the Congress.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, December 12, 2007.




Presidential Determination No. 2008-7 of December 14, 2007

Waiver of Reimbursement Under the U.N. Participation Act To Support 
UNAMID Efforts in Darfur

Memorandum for the Secretary of State
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the 
laws of the United States of America, including section 10(d)(1) of the 
United Nations Participation Act of 1945, as amended (22 U.S.C. 287e-
2(d)(1)), I hereby determine that transfer to the United Nations/African 
Union Mission in Darfur (UNAMID) of camps and other items furnished as 
assistance for the African Union Mission in Sudan (AMIS) and assistance 
required to preserve continuity of functions during the immediate 
transition from AMIS to UNAMID without reimbursement from the United 
Nations is important to the security interests of the United States.
You are authorized and directed to report this determination to the 
Congress and to arrange for its publication in the Federal Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH
THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, December 14, 2007.

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Memorandum of December 27, 2007

Provision of Aviation Insurance Coverage for Commercial Air Carrier 
Service in Domestic and International Operations

Memorandum for the Secretary of Transportation
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and laws 
of the United States including 49 U.S.C. 44302, et seq., I hereby:
1. Determine that continuation of U.S.-flag commercial air service is 
necessary in the interest of air commerce, national security, and the 
foreign policy of the United States.
2. Approve provision by the Secretary of Transportation (Secretary) of 
insurance or reinsurance to U.S.-flag air carriers against loss or 
damage arising out of any risk from the operation of an aircraft in the 
manner and to the extent provided in chapter 443 of 49 U.S.C.:

(a) until August 31, 2008;

(b) after August 31, 2008, but no later than December 31, 2008, when the 
Secretary determines that such insurance or reinsurance cannot be obtained 
on reasonable terms and conditions from any company authorized to conduct 
an insurance business in a State of the United States; and

3. Delegate to the Secretary the authority, vested in me by 49 U.S.C. 
44306(c), to extend this determination for additional periods beyond 
August 31, 2008, but no later than December 31, 2008, when the Secretary 
finds that the continued operation of aircraft to be insured or 
reinsured is necessary in the interest of air commerce or the national 
security, or to carry out the foreign policy of the United States 
Government.
You are directed to bring this determination immediately to the 
attention of all air carriers within the meaning of 49 U.S.C. 40102(2), 
and to arrange for its publication in the Federal Register.
GEORGE W. BUSH

THE WHITE HOUSE,
    Washington, December 27, 2007.

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              CHAPTER I--EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT




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Part                                                                Page
100             Standards of conduct........................         366
101             Public information provisions of the 
                    Administrative Procedures Act...........         366
102             Enforcement of nondiscrimination on the 
                    basis of handicap in programs or 
                    activities conducted by the Executive 
                    Office of the President.................         366

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PART 100_STANDARDS OF CONDUCT--Table of Contents



    Authority: 5 U.S.C. 7301.

    Source: 64 FR 12881, Mar. 16, 1999, unless otherwise noted.



Sec. 100.1  Ethical conduct standards and financial 
disclosure regulations.

    Employees of the Executive Office of the President are subject to 
the executive branch-wide standards of ethical conduct at 5 CFR part 
2635, and the executive branch-wide financial disclosure regulations at 
5 CFR part 2634.



PART 101_PUBLIC INFORMATION PROVISIONS OF THE ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES
ACT--Table of Contents



Sec.
101.1 Executive Office of the President.
101.2 Office of Management and Budget.
101.3 Office of Administration.
101.4 National Security Council.
101.5 Council on Environmental Quality.
101.6 Office of National Drug Control Policy.
101.7 Office of Science and Technology Policy.
101.8 Office of the United States Trade Representative.

    Authority: 5 U.S.C. 552.

    Source: 40 FR 8061, Feb. 25, 1975 and 55 FR 46067, November 1, 1990, 
unless otherwise noted.



Sec. 101.1  Executive Office of the President.

    Until further regulations are promulgated, the remainder of the 
entities within the Executive Office of the President, to the extent 
that 5 U.S.C. 552 is applicable, shall follow the procedures set forth 
in the regulations applicable to the Office of Management and Budget (5 
CFR Ch. III). Requests for information from these other entities should 
be submitted directly to such entity.



Sec. 101.2  Office of Management and Budget.

    Freedom of Information regulations for the Office of Management and 
Budget appear at 5 CFR Ch. III.



Sec. 101.3  Office of Administration.

    Freedom of Information regulations for the Office of Administration 
appear at 5 CFR part 2502.

[55 FR 46037, Nov. 1, 1990]



Sec. 101.4  National Security Council.

    Freedom of Information regulations for the National Security Council 
appear at 32 CFR Ch. XXI.



Sec. 101.5  Council on Environmental Quality.

    Freedom of Information regulations for the Council on Environmental 
Quality appear at 40 CFR Ch. V.

[42 FR 65131, Dec. 30, 1977]



Sec. 101.6  Office of National Drug Control Policy.

    Freedom of Information regulations for the Office of National Drug 
Control Policy appear at 21 CFR parts 1400-1499.

[55 FR 46037, Nov. 1, 1990]



Sec. 101.7  Office of Science and Technology Policy.

    Freedom of Information regulations for the Office of Science and 
Technology Policy appear at 32 CFR part 2402.

[55 FR 46037, Nov. 1, 1990]



Sec. 101.8  Office of the United States Trade Representative.

    Freedom of Information regulations for the Office of the United 
States Trade Representative appear at 15 CFR part 2004.

[55 FR 46037, Nov. 1, 1990]



PART 102_ENFORCEMENT OF NONDISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF HANDICAP IN
PROGRAMS OR ACTIVITIES CONDUCTED BY THE EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF 

THE PRESIDENT--Table of Contents



Sec.
102.101 Purpose.
102.102 Application.
102.103 Definitions.
102.104-102.109 [Reserved]
102.110 Self-evaluation.
102.111 Notice.
102.112-102.129 [Reserved]

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102.130 General prohibitions against discrimination.
102.131-102.139 [Reserved]
102.140 Employment.
102.141-102.148 [Reserved]
102.149 Program accessibility: Discrimination prohibited.
102.150 Program accessibility: Existing facilities.
102.151 Program accessibility: New construction and alterations.
102.152-102.159 [Reserved]
102.160 Communications.
102.161-102.169 [Reserved]
102.170 Compliance procedures.
102.171-102.999 [Reserved]

    Authority: 29 U.S.C. 794.

    Source: 53 FR 25879, July 8, 1988, unless otherwise noted.



Sec. 102.101  Purpose.

    The purpose of this regulation is to effectuate section 119 of the 
Rehabilitation, Comprehensive Services, and Developmental Disabilities 
Amendments of 1978, which amended section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act 
of 1973 to prohibit discrimination on the basis of handicap in programs 
or activities conducted by Executive agencies or the United States 
Postal Service.



Sec. 102.102  Application.

    This regulation (Sec. Sec. 102.101-102.170) applies to all programs 
or activities conducted by the agency, except for programs or activities 
conducted outside the United States that do not involve individuals with 
handicaps in the United States.



Sec. 102.103  Definitions.

    For purposes of this regulation, the term--
    Agency means, for purposes of this regulation only, the following 
entities in the Executive Office of the President: the White House 
Office, the Office of the Vice President, the Office of Management and 
Budget, the Office of Policy Development, the National Security Council, 
the Office of Science and Technology Policy, the Office of the United 
States Trade Representative, the Council on Environmental Quality, the 
Council of Economic Advisers, the Office of Administration, the Office 
of Federal Procurement Policy, and any committee, board, commission, or 
similar group established in the Executive Office of the President.
    Agency head or head of the agency; as used in Sec. Sec. 
102.150(a)(3), 102.160(d) and 102.170 (i) and (j), shall be a three-
member board which will include the Director, Office of Administration, 
the head of the Executive Office of the President, agency in which the 
issue needing resolution or decision arises and one other agency head 
selected by the two other board members. In the event that an issue 
needing resolution or decision arises within the Office of 
Administration, one of the board members shall be the Director of the 
Office of Management and Budget.
    Assistant Attorney General means the Assistant Attorney General, 
Civil Rights Division, United States Department of Justice.
    Auxiliary aids means services or devices that enable persons with 
impaired sensory, manual, or speaking skills to have an equal 
opportunity to participate in, and enjoy the benefits of, programs or 
activities conducted by the agency. For example, auxiliary aids useful 
for persons with impaired vision include readers, Brailled materials, 
audio recordings, and other similar services and devices. Auxiliary aids 
useful for persons with impaired hearing include telephone handset 
amplifiers, telephones compatible with hearing aids, telecommunication 
devices for deaf persons (TDD's), interpreters, notetakers, written 
materials, and other similar services and devices.
    Complete complaint means a written statement that contains the 
complainant's name and address and describes the agency's alleged 
discriminatory action in sufficient detail to inform the agency of the 
nature and date of the alleged violation of section 504. It shall be 
signed by the complainant or by someone authorized to do so on his or 
her behalf. Complaints filed on behalf of classes or third parties shall 
describe or identify (by name, if possible) the alleged victims of 
discrimination.
    Facility means all or any portion of buildings, structures, 
equipment, roads, walks, parking lots, rolling stock or other 
conveyances, or other real or personal property.
    Historic preservation programs means programs conducted by the 
agency that

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have preservation of historic properties as a primary purpose.
    Historic properties means those properties that are listed or 
eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places or 
properties designated as historic under a statute of the appropriate 
State or local government body.
    Individual with handicaps means any person who has a physical or 
mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life 
activities, has a record of such an impairment, or is regarded as having 
such an impairment.
    As used in this definition, the phrase:
    (1) Physical or mental impairment includes--
    (i) Any physiological disorder or condition, cosmetic disfigurement, 
or anatomical loss affecting one or more of the following body systems: 
Neurological; musculoskeletal; special sense organs; respiratory, 
including speech organs; cardiovascular; reproductive; digestive; 
genitourinary; hemic and lymphatic; skin; and endocrine; or
    (ii) Any mental or psychological disorder, such as mental 
retardation, organic brain syndrome, emotional or mental illness, and 
specific learning disabilities. The term ``physical or mental 
impairment'' includes, but is not limited to, such diseases and 
conditions as orthopedic, visual, speech, and hearing impairments, 
cerebral palsy, epilepsy, muscular dystrophy, multiple sclerosis, 
cancer, heart disease, diabetes, mental retardation, emotional illness, 
and drug addiction and alcoholism.
    (2) Major life activities includes functions such as caring for 
one's self, performing manual tasks, walking, seeing, hearing, speaking, 
breathing, learning, and working.
    (3) Has a record of such an impairment means has a history of, or 
has been misclassified as having, a mental or physical impairment that 
substantially limits one or more major life activities.
    (4) Is regarded as having an impairment means--
    (i) Has a physical or mental impairment that does not substantially 
limit major life activities but is treated by the agency as constituting 
such a limitation;
    (ii) Has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits 
major life activities only as a result of the attitudes of others toward 
such impairment; or
    (iii) Has none of the impairments defined in paragraph (1) of this 
definition but is treated by the agency as having such an impairment.
    Qualified individual with handicaps means--
    (1) With respect to preschool, elementary, or secondary education 
services provided by the agency, an individual with handicaps who is a 
member of a class of persons otherwise entitled by statute, regulation, 
or agency policy to receive education services from the agency;
    (2) With respect to any other agency program or activity under which 
a person is required to perform services or to achieve a level of 
accomplishment, an individual with handicaps who meets the essential 
eligibility requirements and who can achieve the purpose of the program 
or activity without modifications in the program or activity that the 
agency can demonstrate would result in a fundamental alteration in its 
nature;
    (3) With respect to any other program or activity, an individual 
with handicaps who meets the essential eligibility requirements for 
participation in, or receipt of benefits from, that program or activity; 
and
    (4) ``Qualified handicapped person'' as that term is defined for 
purposes of employment in 29 CFR 1613.702(f), which is made applicable 
to this regulation by Sec. 102.140.
    Section 504 means section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 
(Pub. L. 93-112, 87 Stat. 394 (29 U.S.C. 794)), as amended by the 
Rehabilitation Act Amendments of 1974 (Pub. L. 93-516, 88 Stat. 1617); 
the Rehabilitation, Comprehensive Services, and Developmental 
Disabilities Amendments of 1978 (Pub. L. 95-602, 92 Stat. 2955); and the 
Rehabilitation Act Amendments of 1986 (Pub. L. 99-506, 100 Stat. 1810). 
As used in this regulation, section 504 applies only to programs or 
activities conducted by Executive agencies and not to federally assisted 
programs.
    Substantial impairment means a significant loss of the integrity of 
finished

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materials, design quality, or special character resulting from a 
permanent alteration.



Sec. Sec. 102.104-102.109  [Reserved]



Sec. 102.110  Self-evaluation.

    (a) The agency shall, by September 6, 1989, evaluate its current 
policies and practices, and the effects thereof, that do not or may not 
meet the requirements of this regulation and, to the extent modification 
of any such policies and practices is required, the agency shall proceed 
to make the necessary modifications.
    (b) The agency shall provide an opportunity to interested persons, 
including individuals with handicaps or organizations representing 
individuals with handicaps, to participate in the self-evaluation 
process by submitting comments (both oral and written).
    (c) The agency shall, for at least three years following completion 
of the self-evaluation, maintain on file and make available for public 
inspection:
    (1) A description of areas examined and any problems identified; and
    (2) A description of any modifications made.



Sec. 102.111  Notice.

    The agency shall make available to employees, applicants, 
participants, beneficiaries, and other interested persons such 
information regarding the provisions of this regulation and its 
applicability to the programs or activities conducted by the agency, and 
make such information available to them in such manner as the head of 
the agency finds necessary to apprise such persons of the protections 
against discrimination assured them by section 504 and this regulation.



Sec. Sec. 102.112-102.129  [Reserved]



Sec. 102.130  General prohibitions against discrimination.

    (a) No qualified individual with handicaps shall, on the basis of 
handicap, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, 
or otherwise be subjected to discrimination under any program or 
activity conducted by the agency.
    (b)(1) The agency, in providing any aid, benefit, or service, may 
not, directly or through contractual, licensing, or other arrangements, 
on the basis of handicap--
    (i) Deny a qualified individual with handicaps the opportunity to 
participate in or benefit from the aid, benefit, or service;
    (ii) Afford a qualified individual with handicaps an opportunity to 
participate in or benefit from the aid, benefit, or service that is not 
equal to that afforded others;
    (iii) Provide a qualified individual with handicaps with an aid, 
benefit, or service that is not as effective in affording equal 
opportunity to obtain the same result, to gain the same benefit, or to 
reach the same level of achievement as that provided to others;
    (iv) Provide different or separate aid, benefits, or services to 
individuals with handicaps or to any class of individuals with handicaps 
than is provided to others unless such action is necessary to provide 
qualified individuals with handicaps with aid, benefits, or services 
that are as effective as those provided to others;
    (v) Deny a qualified individual with handicaps the opportunity to 
participate as a member of planning or advisory boards;
    (vi) Otherwise limit a qualified individual with handicaps in the 
enjoyment of any right, privilege, advantage, or opportunity enjoyed by 
others receiving the aid, benefit, or service.
    (2) The agency may not deny a qualified individual with handicaps 
the opportunity to participate in programs or activities that are not 
separate or different, despite the existence of permissibly separate or 
different programs or activities.
    (3) The agency may not, directly or through contractual or other 
arrangements, utilize criteria or methods of administration the purpose 
or effect of which would--
    (i) Subject qualified individuals with handicaps to discrimination 
on the basis of handicap; or
    (ii) Defeat or substantially impair accomplishment of the objectives 
of a program or activity with respect to individuals with handicaps.

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    (4) The agency may not, in determining the site or location of a 
facility, make selections the purpose or effect of which would--
    (i) Exclude individuals with handicaps from, deny them the benefits 
of, or otherwise subject them to discrimination under any program or 
activity conducted by the agency; or
    (ii) Defeat or substantially impair the accomplishment of the 
objectives of a program or activity with respect to individuals with 
handicaps.
    (5) The agency, in the selection of procurement contractors, may not 
use criteria that subject qualified individuals with handicaps to 
discrimination on the basis of handicap.
    (6) The agency may not administer a licensing or certification 
program in a manner that subjects qualified individuals with handicaps 
to discrimination on the basis of handicap, nor may the agency establish 
requirements for the programs or activities of licensees or certified 
entities that subject qualified individuals with handicaps to 
discrimination on the basis of handicap. However, the programs or 
activities of entities that are licensed or certified by the agency are 
not, themselves, covered by this regulation.
    (c) The exclusion of nonhandicapped persons from the benefits of a 
program limited by Federal statute or Executive order to individuals 
with handicaps or the exclusion of a specific class of individuals with 
handicaps from a program limited by Federal statute or Executive order 
to a different class of individuals with handicaps is not prohibited by 
this regulation.
    (d) The agency shall administer programs and activities in the most 
integrated setting appropriate to the needs of qualified individuals 
with handicaps.



Sec. Sec. 102.131-102.139  [Reserved]



Sec. 102.140  Employment.

    No qualified individual with handicaps shall, on the basis of 
handicap, be subject to discrimination in employment under any program 
or activity conducted by the agency. The definitions, requirements, and 
procedures of section 501 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. 
791), as established by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission in 
29 CFR part 1613, shall apply to employment in federally conducted 
programs or activities.



Sec. 102.141-102.148  [Reserved]



Sec. 102.149  Program accessibility: Discrimination prohibited.

    Except as otherwise provided in Sec. 102.150, no qualified 
individual with handicaps shall, because the agency's facilities are 
inaccessible to or unusable by individuals with handicaps, be denied the 
benefits of, be excluded from participation in, or otherwise be 
subjected to discrimination under any program or activity conducted by 
the agency.



Sec. 102.150  Program accessibility: Existing facilities.

    (a) General. The agency shall operate each program or activity so 
that the program or activity, when viewed in its entirety, is readily 
accessible to and usable by individuals with handicaps. This paragraph 
does not--
    (1) Necessarily require the agency to make each of its existing 
facilities accessible to and usable by individuals with handicaps;
    (2) In the case of historic preservation programs, require the 
agency to take any action that would result in a substantial impairment 
of significant historic features of an historic property; or
    (3) Require the agency to take any action that it can demonstrate 
would result in a fundamental alteration in the nature of a program or 
activity or in undue financial and administrative burdens. In those 
circumstances where agency personnel believe that the proposed action 
would fundamentally alter the program or activity or would result in 
undue financial and administrative burdens, the agency has the burden of 
proving that compliance with Sec. 102.150(a) would result in such 
alteration or burdens. The decision that compliance would result in such 
alteration or burdens must be made by the agency head or his or her 
designee after considering all agency resources available for use in the 
funding and operation of the conducted program or activity, and must be 
accompanied by a written statement of the reasons

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forreaching that conclusion. If an action would result in such an 
alteration or such burdens, the agency shall take any other action that 
would not result in such an alteration or such burdens but would 
nevertheless ensure that individuals with handicaps receive the benefits 
and services of the program or activity.
    (b) Methods--(1) General. The agency may comply with the 
requirements of this section through such means as redesign of 
equipment, reassignment of services to accessible buildings, assignment 
of aides to beneficiaries, home visits, delivery of services at 
alternate accessible sites, alteration of existing facilities and 
construction of new facilities, use of accessible rolling stock, or any 
other methods that result in making its programs or activities readily 
accessible to and usable by individuals with handicaps. The agency is 
not required to make structural changes in existing facilities where 
other methods are effective in achieving compliance with this section. 
The agency, in making alterations to existing buildings, shall meet 
accessibility requirements to the extent compelled by the Architectural 
Barriers Act of 1968, as amended (42 U.S.C. 4151-4157), and any 
regulations implementing it. In choosing among available methods for 
meeting the requirements of this section, the agency shall give priority 
to those methods that offer programs and activities to qualified 
individuals with handicaps in the most integrated setting appropriate.
    (2) Historic preservation programs. In meeting the requirements of 
Sec. 102.150(a) in historic preservation programs, the agency shall 
give priority to methods that provide physical access to individuals 
with handicaps. In cases where a physical alteration to an historic 
property is not required because of Sec. 102.150(a) (2) or (3), 
alternative methods of achieving program accessibility include--
    (i) Using audio-visual materials and devices to depict those 
portions of an historic property that cannot otherwise be made 
accessible;
    (ii) Assigning persons to guide individuals with handicaps into or 
through portions of historic properties that cannot otherwise be made 
accessible; or
    (iii) Adopting other innovative methods.
    (c) Time period for compliance. The agency shall comply with the 
obligations established under this section by November 7, 1988, except 
that where structural changes in facilities are undertaken, such changes 
shall be made by September 6, 1991, but in any event as expeditiously as 
possible.
    (d) Transition plan. In the event that structural changes to 
facilities will be undertaken to achieve program accessibility, the 
agency shall develop, by March 6, 1989, a transition plan setting forth 
the steps necessary to complete such changes. The agency shall provide 
an opportunity to interested persons, including individuals with 
handicaps or organizations representing individuals with handicaps, to 
participate in the development of the transition plan by submitting 
comments (both oral and written). A copy of the transition plan shall be 
made available for public inspection. The plan shall, at a minimum--
    (1) Identify physical obstacles in the agency's facilities that 
limit the accessibility of its programs or activities to individuals 
with handicaps;
    (2) Describe in detail the methods that will be used to make the 
facilities accessible;
    (3) Specify the schedule for taking the steps necessary to achieve 
compliance with this section and, if the time period of the transition 
plan is longer than one year, identify steps that will be taken during 
each year of the transition period; and
    (4) Indicate the official responsible for implementation of the 
plan.



Sec. 102.151   Program accessibility: New construction and alterations.

    Each building or part of a building that is constructed or altered 
by, on behalf of, or for the use of the agency shall be designed, 
constructed, or altered so as to be readily accessible to and usable by 
individuals with handicaps. The definitions, requirements, and standards 
of the Architectural Barriers Act (42 U.S.C. 4151-4157), as established 
in 41 CFR 101-19.600 to 101-19.607,

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apply to buildings covered by this section.



Sec. Sec. 102.152-102.159  [Reserved]



Sec. 102.160  Communications.

    (a) The agency shall take appropriate steps to ensure effective 
communication with applicants, participants, personnel of other Federal 
entities, and members of the public.
    (1) The agency shall furnish appropriate auxiliary aids where 
necessary to afford an individual with handicaps an equal opportunity to 
participate in, and enjoy the benefits of, a program or activity 
conducted by the agency.
    (i) In determining what type of auxiliary aid is necessary, the 
agency shall give primary consideration to the requests of the 
individual with handicaps.
    (ii) The agency need not provide individually prescribed devices, 
readers for personal use or study, or other devices of a personal 
nature.
    (2) Where the agency communicates with applicants and beneficiaries 
by telephone, telecommunication devices for deaf persons (TDD's) or 
equally effective telecommunication systems shall be used to communicate 
with persons with impaired hearing.
    (b) The agency shall ensure that interested persons, including 
persons with impaired vision or hearing, can obtain information as to 
the existence and location of accessible services, activities, and 
facilities.
    (c) The agency shall provide signage at a primary entrance to each 
of its inaccessible facilities, directing users to a location at which 
they can obtain information about accessible facilities. The 
international symbol for accessibility shall be used at each primary 
entrance of an accessible facility.
    (d) This section does not require the agency to take any action that 
it can demonstrate would result in a fundamental alteration in the 
nature of a program or activity or in undue financial and administrative 
burdens. In those circumstances where agency personnel believe that the 
proposed action would fundamentally alter the program or activity or 
would result in undue financial and administrative burdens, the agency 
has the burden of proving that compliance with Sec. 102.160 would 
result in such alteration or burdens. The decision that compliance would 
result in such alteration or burdens must be made by the agency head or 
his or her designee after considering all agency resources available for 
use in the funding and operation of the conducted program or activity 
and must be accompanied by a written statement of the reasons for 
reaching that conclusion. If an action required to comply with this 
section would result in such an alteration or such burdens, the agency 
shall take any other action that would not result in such an alteration 
or such burdens but would nevertheless ensure that, to the maximum 
extent possible, individuals with handicaps receive the benefits and 
services of the program or activity.



Sec. Sec. 102.161-102.169  [Reserved]



Sec. 102.170  Compliance procedures.

    (a) Except as provided in paragraph (b) of this section, this 
section applies to all allegations of discrimination on the basis of 
handicap in programs and activities conducted by the agency.
    (b) The agency shall process complaints alleging violations of 
section 504 with respect to employment according to the procedures 
established by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission in 29 CFR 
part 1613 pursuant to section 501 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 
U.S.C. 791).
    (c) The Director, Facilities Management, Office of Administration, 
Executive Office of the President, shall be responsible for coordinating 
implementation of this section. Complaints may be sent to the Director 
at the following address: Room 486, Old Executive Office Building, 17th 
and Pennsylvania Ave. NW., Washington, DC 20500.
    (d) The agency shall accept and investigate all complete complaints 
for which it has jurisdiction. All complete complaints must be filed 
within 180 days of the alleged act of discrimination. The agency may 
extend this time period for good cause.

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    (e) If the agency receives a complaint over which it does not have 
jurisdiction, it shall promptly notify the complainant and shall make 
reasonable efforts to refer the complaint to the appropriate Government 
entity.
    (f) The agency shall notify the Architectural and Transportation 
Barriers Compliance Board upon receipt of any complaint alleging that a 
building or facility that is subject to the Architectural Barriers Act 
of 1968, as amended (42 U.S.C. 4151-4157), is not readily accessible to 
and usable by individuals with handicaps.
    (g) Within 180 days of the receipt of a complete complaint for which 
it has jurisdiction, the agency shall notify the complainant of the 
results of the investigation in a letter containing--
    (1) Findings of fact and conclusions of law;
    (2) A description of a remedy for each violation found; and
    (3) A notice of the right to appeal.
    (h) Appeals of the findings of fact and conclusions of law or 
remedies must be filed by the complainant within 90 days of receipt from 
the agency of the letter required by Sec. 102.170(g). The agency may 
extend this time for good cause.
    (i) Timely appeals shall be accepted and processed by the head of 
the agency.
    (j) The head of the agency shall notify the complainant of the 
results of the appeal within 60 days of the receipt of the request. If 
the head of the agency determines that additional information is needed 
from the complainant, he or she shall have 60 days from the date of 
receipt of the additional information to make his or her determination 
on the appeal.
    (k) The time limits cited in paragraphs (g) and (j) of this section 
may be extended with the permission of the Assistant Attorney General.
    (l) The agency may delegate its authority for conducting complaint 
investigations to other Federal agencies, except that the authority for 
making the final determination may not be delegated to another agency.



Sec. Sec. 102.171-102.999  [Reserved]

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                          TITLE 3 FINDING AIDS


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Table 1--Proclamations
Table 2--Executive Orders
Table 3--Other Presidential Documents
Table 4--Presidential Documents Affected During 2007
Table 5--Statutes Cited as Authority for Presidential Documents
List of CFR Sections Affected
Index

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                         Table 1--PROCLAMATIONS

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        No.          Signature Date         Subject         72 FR Page
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
                    2007...........
 
8099..............  Jan. 11........  Martin Luther King,          1907
                                      Jr., Federal
                                      Holiday, 2007.
8100..............  Jan. 11........  Religious Freedom            1909
                                      Day, 2007.
8101..............  Jan. 18........  National Sanctity of         3023
                                      Human Life Day,
                                      2007.
8102..............  Jan. 25........  Fifth Anniversary of         4407
                                      USA Freedom Corps,
                                      2007.
8103..............  Jan. 26........  National African             4613
                                      American History
                                      Month, 2007.
8104..............  Feb. 1.........  American Heart               5325
                                      Month, 2007.
8105..............  Feb. 2.........  National Consumer            5913
                                      Protection Week,
                                      2007.
8106..............  Feb. 16........  275th Anniversary of         8259
                                      the Birth of George
                                      Washington.
8107..............  Feb. 26........  Irish-American               9431
                                      Heritage Month,
                                      2007.
8108..............  Feb. 27........  American Red Cross           9641
                                      Month, 2007.
8109..............  Feb. 27........  Women's History              9643
                                      Month, 2007.
8110..............  Feb. 28........  Save Your Vision             9649
                                      Week, 2007.
8111..............  Feb. 28........  To Implement the            10025
                                      Dominican Republic-
                                      Central America-
                                      United States Free
                                      Trade Agreement
                                      With Respect to the
                                      Dominican Republic
                                      and for Other
                                      Purposes.
8112..............  Feb. 28........  Amending                    10031
                                      Proclamation 8031
                                      of June 15, 2006,
                                      To Read,
                                      ``Establishment of
                                      the
                                      Papahanaumokuakea
                                      Marine National
                                      Monument''.
8113..............  Mar. 16........  National Poison             13163
                                      Prevention Week,
                                      2007.
8114..............  Mar. 19........  To Implement                13655
                                      Modifications to
                                      the Caribbean Basin
                                      Economic Recovery
                                      Act and the African
                                      Growth and
                                      Opportunity Act and
                                      for Other Purposes.
8115..............  Mar. 21........  Greek Independence          14033
                                      Day: A National Day
                                      of Celebration of
                                      Greek and American
                                      Democracy, 2007.
8116..............  Mar. 26........  Education and               15007
                                      Sharing Day,
                                      U.S.A., 2007.
8117..............  Mar. 27........  National Child Abuse        15593
                                      Prevention Month,
                                      2007.
8118..............  Mar. 28........  National Donate Life        15595
                                      Month, 2007.
8119..............  Mar. 29........  Cancer Control              16255
                                      Month, 2007.
8120..............  Apr. 5.........  Pan American Day and        17785
                                      Pan American Week,
                                      2007.
8121..............  Apr. 5.........  National Former             17787
                                      Prisoner of War
                                      Recognition Day,
                                      2007.
8122..............  Apr. 6.........  400th Anniversary of        18341
                                      Jamestown, 2007.
8123..............  Apr. 11........  National D.A.R.E.           19087
                                      Day, 2007.
8124..............  Apr. 11........  Thomas Jefferson            19089
                                      Day, 2007.

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8125..............  Apr. 11........  National Volunteer          19091
                                      Week, 2007.
8126..............  Apr. 17........  Honoring the Victims        19779
                                      of the Tragedy at
                                      Virginia Tech.
8127..............  Apr. 19........  Small Business Week,        20417
                                      2007.
8128..............  Apr. 19........  Dutch-American              20419
                                      Friendship Day,
                                      2007.
8129..............  Apr. 20........  National Day of             20421
                                      Prayer, 2007.
8130..............  Apr. 20........  National Crime              20697
                                      Victims' Rights
                                      Week, 2007.
8131..............  Apr. 20........  National Park Week,         20699
                                      2007.
8132..............  Apr. 24........  Malaria Awareness           21075
                                      Day, 2007.
8133..............  Apr. 26........  Asian/Pacific               24173
                                      American Heritage
                                      Month, 2007.
8134..............  Apr. 27........  National Charter            24175
                                      Schools Week, 2007.
8135..............  Apr. 27........  Law Day, U.S.A.,            24177
                                      2007.
8136..............  Apr. 30........  Jewish American             25181
                                      Heritage Month,
                                      2007.
8137..............  Apr. 30........  Loyalty Day, 2007...        25183
8138..............  May 1..........  National Physical           25185
                                      Fitness and Sports
                                      Month, 2007.
8139..............  May 1..........  Older Americans             25187
                                      Month, 2007.
8140..............  May 7..........  Mother's Day, 2007..        26705
8141..............  May 9..........  Military Spouse Day,        27239
                                      2007.
8142..............  May 10.........  National Defense            27401
                                      Transportation Day
                                      and National
                                      Transportation
                                      Week, 2007.
8143..............  May 10.........  National Safe               27403
                                      Boating Week, 2007.
8144..............  May 11.........  Peace Officers              27405
                                      Memorial Day and
                                      Police Week, 2007.
8145..............  May 15.........  Prayer for Peace,           28445
                                      Memorial Day, 2007.
8146..............  May 18.........  National Hurricane          29047
                                      Preparedness Week,
                                      2007.
8147..............  May 18.........  World Trade Week,           29049
                                      2007.
8148..............  May 18.........  National Maritime           29051
                                      Day, 2007.
8149..............  May 25.........  Great Outdoors              30237
                                      Month, 2007.
8150..............  May 30.........  National Oceans             30951
                                      Month, 2007.
8151..............  May 31.........  Black Music Month,          30953
                                      2007.
8152..............  May 31.........  National Child's            31165
                                      Day, 2007.
8153..............  June 1.........  Caribbean-American          31167
                                      Heritage Month,
                                      2007.
8154..............  June 1.........  National                    31169
                                      Homeownership
                                      Month, 2007.
8155..............  June 5.........  Flag Day and                31967
                                      National Flag Week,
                                      2007.
8156..............  June 11........  Father's Day, 2007..        32771
8157..............  June 28........  To Modify Duty-Free         35895
                                      Treatment Under the
                                      Generalized System
                                      of Preferences,
                                      Take Certain
                                      Actions Under the
                                      African Growth and
                                      Opportunity Act,
                                      and for Other
                                      Purposes.
8158..............  June 28........  Suspension of Entry         36587
                                      as Immigrants and
                                      Nonimmigrants of
                                      Persons Responsible
                                      for Policies and
                                      Actions That
                                      Threaten Lebanon's
                                      Sovereignty and
                                      Democracy.
8159..............  July 2.........  Grant of Executive          37095
                                      Clemency.
8160..............  July 10........  Captive Nations             38461
                                      Week, 2007.
8161..............  July 12........  Parents' Day, 2007..        38995
8162..............  July 12........  Death of Lady Bird          38997
                                      Johnson.

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8163..............  July 24........  Anniversary of the          41421
                                      Americans With
                                      Disabilities Act,
                                      2007.
8164..............  Aug. 6.........  Women's Equality            44723
                                      Day, 2007.
8165..............  Aug. 20........  National Ovarian            48219
                                      Cancer Awareness
                                      Month, 2007.
8166..............  Aug. 21........  National Prostate           48545
                                      Cancer Awareness
                                      Month, 2007.
8167..............  Aug. 21........  National Alcohol and        48929
                                      Drug Addiction
                                      Recovery Month,
                                      2007.
8168..............  Aug. 21........  Constitution Day and        48931
                                      Citizenship Day,
                                      Constitution Week,
                                      2007.
8169..............  Aug. 28........  Minority Enterprise         50641
                                      Development Week,
                                      2007.
8170..............  Aug. 30........  National                    51155
                                      Preparedness Month,
                                      2007.
8171..............  Aug. 30........  National Employer           51157
                                      Support of the
                                      Guard and Reserve
                                      Week, 2007.
8172..............  Sept. 4........  National                    51549
                                      Historically Black
                                      Colleges and
                                      Universities Week,
                                      2007.
8173..............  Sept. 4........  National Days of            51551
                                      Prayer and
                                      Remembrance, 2007.
8174..............  Sept. 4........  Patriot Day, 2007...        51553
8175..............  Sept. 12.......  National Hispanic           53097
                                      Heritage Month,
                                      2007.
8176..............  Sept. 12.......  National Farm Safety        53099
                                      and Health Week,
                                      2007.
8177..............  Sept. 20.......  National POW/MIA            54807
                                      Recognition Day,
                                      2007.
8178..............  Sept. 20.......  Family Day, 2007....        54809
8179..............  Sept. 21.......  Gold Star Mother's          54811
                                      Day, 2007.
8180..............  Sept. 28.......  To Provide for Duty         56171
                                      Elimination for
                                      Certain Goods of
                                      Mexico Under the
                                      North American Free
                                      Trade Agreement.
8181..............  Sept. 28.......  National Breast             56613
                                      Cancer Awareness
                                      Month, 2007.
8182..............  Sept. 28.......  National Disability         56615
                                      Employment
                                      Awareness Month,
                                      2007.
8183..............  Oct. 1.........  National Domestic           56879
                                      Violence Awareness
                                      Month, 2007.
8184..............  Oct. 1.........  Child Health Day,           56881
                                      2007.
8185..............  Oct. 4.........  German-American Day,        57477
                                      2007.
8186..............  Oct. 4.........  Columbus Day, 2007..        57479
8187..............  Oct. 4.........  Leif Erikson Day,           57481
                                      2007.
8188..............  Oct. 4.........  Fire Prevention             57483
                                      Week, 2007.
8189..............  Oct. 10........  General Pulaski             58467
                                      Memorial Day, 2007.
8190..............  Oct. 12........  National School             58749
                                      Lunch Week, 2007.
8191..............  Oct. 12........  White Cane Safety           58751
                                      Day, 2007.
8192..............  Oct. 19........  National Character          60527
                                      Counts Week, 2007.
8193..............  Oct. 19........  National Forest             60529
                                      Products Week, 2007.
8194..............  Oct. 23........  United Nations Day,         60757
                                      2007.
8195..............  Oct. 31........  National Adoption           62395
                                      Month, 2007.
8196..............  Oct. 31........  National American           62397
                                      Indian Heritage
                                      Month, 2007.
8197..............  Oct. 31........  National Family             62399
                                      Caregivers Month,
                                      2007.
8198..............  Oct. 31........  National Hospice            62401
                                      Month, 2007.
8199..............  Oct. 31........  Veterans Day, 2007..        62403
8200..............  Oct. 31........  National Alzheimer's        62555
                                      Disease Awareness
                                      Month, 2007.

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8201..............  Oct. 31........  National Diabetes           62557
                                      Month, 2007.
8202..............  Nov. 8.........  World Freedom Day,          64117
                                      2007.
8203..............  Nov. 15........  America Recycles            65211
                                      Day, 2007.
8204..............  Nov. 15........  Thanksgiving Day,           65213
                                      2007.
8205..............  Nov. 16........  National Farm-City          65439
                                      Week, 2007.
8206..............  Nov. 16........  National Family             65651
                                      Week, 2007.
8207..............  Nov. 29........  World AIDS Day, 2007        68041
8208..............  Nov. 30........  National Drunk and          68469
                                      Drugged Driving
                                      Prevention Month,
                                      2007.
8209..............  Dec. 4.........  National Pearl              69135
                                      Harbor Remembrance
                                      Day, 2007.
8210..............  Dec. 6.........  Human Rights Day,           70761
                                      Bill of Rights Day,
                                      and Human Rights
                                      Week, 2007.
8211..............  Dec. 11........  Wright Brothers Day,        71197
                                      2007.
8212..............  Dec. 19........  National Mentoring          72897
                                      Month, 2008.
8213..............  Dec. 20........  To Implement an             73555
                                      Amendment to the
                                      Dominican Republic-
                                      Central America-
                                      United States Free
                                      Trade Agreement.
------------------------------------------------------------------------


------------------------------------------------------------------------
        No.          Signature Date         Subject         73 FR Page
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
                    2007...........
 
8214..............  Dec. 27........  To Adjust the Rules          1439
                                      of Origin Under the
                                      United States-Chile
                                      Free Trade
                                      Agreement and the
                                      United States-
                                      Singapore Free
                                      Trade Agreement.
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                        Table 2--EXECUTIVE ORDERS

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        No.          Signature Date         Subject         72 FR Page
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
                    2007...........
 
13422.............  Jan. 18........  Further Amendment to         2763
                                      Executive Order
                                      12866 on Regulatory
                                      Planning and Review.
13423.............  Jan. 24........  Strengthening                3919
                                      Federal
                                      Environmental,
                                      Energy, and
                                      Transportation
                                      Management.
13424.............  Jan. 26........  Further Amendment to         4409
                                      Executive Order
                                      13285, Relating to
                                      the President's
                                      Council on Service
                                      and Civic
                                      Participation.
13425.............  Feb. 14........  Trial of Alien               7737
                                      Unlawful Enemy
                                      Combatants by
                                      Military Commission.
13426.............  Mar. 6.........  Establishing a              10589
                                      Commission on Care
                                      for America's
                                      Returning Wounded
                                      Warriors and a Task
                                      Force on Returning
                                      Global War on
                                      Terror Heroes.
13427.............  Mar. 7.........  Extending Privileges        10879
                                      and Immunities to
                                      the Permanent
                                      Observer Mission of
                                      the Holy See to the
                                      United Nations.
13428.............  Apr. 2.........  Renaming a National         16693
                                      Forest in the
                                      Commonwealth of
                                      Puerto Rico.
13429.............  Apr. 4.........  Establishing an             18101
                                      Emergency Board To
                                      Investigate a
                                      Dispute Between
                                      Metro-North
                                      Railroad and Its
                                      Maintenance of Way
                                      Employees
                                      Represented by the
                                      International
                                      Brotherhood of
                                      Teamsters.
13430.............  Apr. 18........  2007 Amendments to          20213
                                      the Manual for
                                      Courts-Martial,
                                      United States.
13431.............  May 8..........  Establishment of            26709
                                      Temporary
                                      Organization To
                                      Facilitate United
                                      States Government
                                      Assistance for
                                      Transition in Iraq.
13432.............  May 14.........  Cooperation Among           27717
                                      Agencies in
                                      Protecting the
                                      Environment With
                                      Respect to
                                      Greenhouse Gas
                                      Emissions From
                                      Motor Vehicles,
                                      Nonroad Vehicles,
                                      and Nonroad Engines.
13433.............  May 16.........  Protecting American         28441
                                      Taxpayers From
                                      Payment of
                                      Contingency Fees.
13434.............  May 17.........  National Security           28583
                                      Professional
                                      Development.
13435.............  June 20........  Expanding Approved          34591
                                      Stem Cell Lines in
                                      Ethically
                                      Responsible Ways.
13436.............  June 28........  Further Amending            36337
                                      Executive Order
                                      13381, as Amended,
                                      To Extend Its
                                      Duration by One
                                      Year.

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13437.............  June 28........  Waiver Under the            36339
                                      Trade Act of 1974
                                      With Respect to
                                      Turkmenistan.
13438.............  July 17........  Blocking Property of        39719
                                      Certain Persons Who
                                      Threaten
                                      Stabilization
                                      Efforts in Iraq.
13439.............  July 18........  Establishing an             40053
                                      Interagency Working
                                      Group on Import
                                      Safety.
13440.............  July 20........  Interpretation of           40707
                                      the Geneva
                                      Conventions Common
                                      Article 3 as
                                      Applied to a
                                      Program of
                                      Detention and
                                      Interrogation
                                      Operated by the
                                      Central
                                      Intelligence Agency.
13441.............  Aug. 1.........  Blocking Property of        43499
                                      Persons Undermining
                                      the Sovereignty of
                                      Lebanon or Its
                                      Democratic
                                      Processes and
                                      Institutions.
13442.............  Aug. 13........  Amending the Order          45877
                                      of Succession in
                                      the Department of
                                      Homeland Security.
13443.............  Aug. 16........  Facilitation of             46537
                                      Hunting Heritage
                                      and Wildlife
                                      Conservation.
13444.............  Sept. 12.......  Extending Privileges        52747
                                      and Immunities to
                                      the African Union
                                      Mission to the
                                      United States.
13445.............  Sept. 27.......  Strengthening Adult         56165
                                      Education.
13446.............  Sept. 28.......  Continuance of              56175
                                      Certain Federal
                                      Advisory Committees
                                      and Amendments to
                                      and Revocation of
                                      Other Executive
                                      Orders.
13447.............  Sept. 28.......  Further 2007                56179
                                      Amendments to the
                                      Manual for Courts-
                                      Martial, United
                                      States.
13448.............  Oct. 18........  Blocking Property           60223
                                      and Prohibiting
                                      Certain
                                      Transactions
                                      Related to Burma
13449.............  Oct. 20........  Protection of               60531
                                      Striped Bass and
                                      Red Drum Fish
                                      Populations.
13450.............  Nov. 13........  Improving Government        64519
                                      Program Performance.
13451.............  Nov. 19........  Designating the ITER        65653
                                      International
                                      Fusion Energy
                                      Organization as a
                                      Public
                                      International
                                      Organization
                                      Entitled To Enjoy
                                      Certain Privileges,
                                      Exemptions, and
                                      Immunities.
13452.............  Nov. 28........  Establishing an             67827
                                      Emergency Board To
                                      Investigate
                                      Disputes Between
                                      the National
                                      Railroad Passenger
                                      Corporation and
                                      Certain of Its
                                      Employees
                                      Represented by
                                      Certain Labor
                                      Organizations.
13453.............  Dec. 6.........  Closing of Executive        70477
                                      Departments and
                                      Agencies of the
                                      Federal Government
                                      on Monday, December
                                      24, 2007.
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                  Table 3--OTHER PRESIDENTIAL DOCUMENTS

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                                                                 72 FR
      Signature Date                     Subject                  Page
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2007
 
Jan. 5...................  Memorandum: Assignment of                1133
                            Functions Regarding the Citizens
                            Health Care Working Group.
Jan. 18..................  Notice: Continuation of the              2595
                            National Emergency With Respect
                            to Terrorists Who Threaten To
                            Disrupt the Middle East Peace
                            Process.
Jan. 25..................  Memorandum: Assignment of                5149
                            Functions Under the Darfur Peace
                            and Accountability Act of 2006.
Jan. 26..................  Presidential Determination No.           9223
                            2007-11: Transfer of Funds Under
                            Section 610 of the Foreign
                            Assistance Act of 1961.
Feb. 5...................  Notice: Continuation of the              5593
                            National Emergency Blocking
                            Property of Certain Persons
                            Contributing to the Conflict in
                            C[ocirc]te d'Ivoire.
Feb. 5...................  Memorandum: Assignment of                6917
                            Functions Under Section 556 of
                            the John Warner National Defense
                            Authorization Act for Fiscal Year
                            2007.
Feb. 7...................  Presidential Determination No.           9225
                            2007-12: Implementation of
                            Sections 603 and 604 of the
                            Foreign Relations Authorization
                            Act, Fiscal Year 2003 (Public Law
                            107-228).
Feb. 9...................  Memorandum: Designation of               7343
                            Officers of the Federal Bureau of
                            Investigation.
Feb. 14..................  Presidential Determination No.           9227
                            2007-13: Presidential
                            Determination on Waiving
                            Prohibition on United States
                            Military Assistance With Respect
                            to Chad.
Feb. 15..................  Memorandum: Assignment of                7819
                            Functions Relating to the
                            Transfer of a Ship to the
                            Government of Greece.
Feb. 20..................  Memorandum: Designation of               8085
                            Officers of the Office of the
                            United States Trade
                            Representative To Act as the
                            United States Trade
                            Representative.
Feb. 26..................  Notice: Continuation of the              9231
                            National Emergency Relating to
                            Cuba and of the Emergency
                            Authority Relating to the
                            Regulation of the Anchorage and
                            Movement of Vessels.
Feb. 28..................  Notice: Continuation of the              9645
                            National Emergency With Respect
                            to Zimbabwe.
Feb. 28..................  Presidential Determination No.          10881
                            2007-14: Presidential
                            Determination Under Section
                            490(b)(1)(A) of the Foreign
                            Assistance Act Relating to the
                            Largest Exporting and Importing
                            Countries of Certain Precursor
                            Chemicals.
Mar. 5...................  Memorandum: Assignment of Certain       11283
                            Functions Relating to Procurement
                            Sanctions on Persons Engaging in
                            Export Activities that Contribute
                            to Proliferation.
Mar. 8...................  Notice: Continuation of the             10883
                            National Emergency With Respect
                            to Iran.
Mar. 19..................  Presidential Determination No.          15009
                            2007-15: Presidential
                            Determination on the Eligibility
                            of the Republic of Montenegro and
                            the Republic of Serbia To Receive
                            Defense Articles and Defense
                            Services.

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Mar. 23..................  Memorandum: Assignment of               18103
                            Functions Under Section 530 of
                            the Foreign Relations
                            Authorization Act for Fiscal
                            Years 1994 and 1995, and Section
                            2(b)(4) of the Export-Import Bank
                            Act of 1945, as Amended.
Mar. 30..................  Notice: Notice of Intention To          15803
                            Enter Into a Free Trade Agreement
                            With Panama.
Apr. 1...................  Notice: Notice of Intention To          16259
                            Enter Into a Free Trade Agreement
                            With Korea.
Apr. 10..................  Memorandum: Assignment of               18561
                            Functions Relating to the
                            Information Sharing Environment.
Apr. 11..................  Presidential Determination No.          19781
                            2007-16: Presidential
                            Determination on Waiver and
                            Certification of Statutory
                            Provisions Regarding the
                            Palestine Liberation Organization
                            Office.
Apr. 25..................  Presidential Determination No.          26281
                            2007-17: Transfer of Defense
                            Articles and Services in Support
                            of the Southern Sudan Security
                            Sector Reform (SSR) Program.
May 8....................  Notice: Continuation of the             26707
                            National Emergency Blocking
                            Property of Certain Persons and
                            Prohibiting the Export of Certain
                            Goods to Syria.
May 9....................  Presidential Determination No.          29053
                            2007-18: Presidential
                            Determination on Transfer of
                            Funds from FY 2006 Economic
                            Support Fund Account to the
                            International Peacekeeping
                            Account To Support Security
                            Sector Reform in Liberia.
May 10...................  Presidential Determination No.          29427
                            2007-19: Unexpected Urgent
                            Refugee and Migration Needs
                            Related to Somalia, Sudan, Chad,
                            Other Parts of Africa, and the
                            West Bank and Gaza.
May 17...................  Notice: Continuation of the             28447
                            National Emergency With Respect
                            to Burma.
May 18...................  Notice: Continuation of the             28581
                            National Emergency Protecting the
                            Development Fund for Iraq and
                            Certain Other Property in Which
                            Iraq Has an Interest.
June 1...................  Presidential Determination No.          34973
                            2007-20: Assistance for the West
                            Bank and Gaza.
June 1...................  Presidential Determination No.          34975
                            2007-21: Suspension of
                            Limitations Under the Jerusalem
                            Embassy Act.
June 5...................  Presidential Determination No.          31711
                            2007-22: Partial Resumption of
                            Travel to Lebanon To Promote
                            Peace and Security.
June 12..................  Memorandum: Assignment of Certain       34977
                            Reporting Functions of the John
                            Warner National Defense
                            Authorization Act for Fiscal Year
                            2007.
June 14..................  Notice: Continuation of the             33381
                            National Emergency Blocking
                            Property of Certain Persons
                            Undermining Democratic Processes
                            or Institutions in Belarus.
June 19..................  Notice: Continuation of the             34159
                            National Emergency With Respect
                            to the Risk of Nuclear
                            Proliferation Created by the
                            Accumulation of Weapons-Usable
                            Fissile Material in the Territory
                            of the Russian Federation.
June 22..................  Notice: Continuation of the             34981
                            National Emergency With Respect
                            to the Western Balkans.
June 26..................  Memorandum: Assignment of               36335
                            Functions Under Section 1035 of
                            the John Warner National Defense
                            Authorization Act for Fiscal Year
                            2007.
June 28..................  Memorandum: Assignment of               35907
                            Reporting Function.

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June 28..................  Presidential Determination No.          37419
                            2007-23: Presidential
                            Determination to Waive Military
                            Coup-Related Provision of the
                            Foreign Operations, Export
                            Financing, and Related Programs
                            Appropriations Act, 2006, as
                            Carried Forward Under the Revised
                            Continuing Appropriations
                            Resolution, 2007, With Respect to
                            Pakistan.
June 28..................  Presidential Determination No.          37421
                            2007-24: Presidential
                            Determination Under Section
                            402(c)(2)(A) of the Trade Act of
                            1974--Turkmenistan.
July 3...................  Memorandum: Assignment of Certain       37627
                            Functions Relating to Nuclear
                            Energy Facilities.
July 5...................  Presidential Determination No.          38747
                            2007-25: Transfer of Funds from
                            Prior Year Independent States
                            Account to the International
                            Narcotics Control and Law
                            Enforcement Account To Support
                            the Women's Justice and
                            Empowerment Initiative.
July 10..................  Presidential Determination No.          39723
                            2007-26: Presidential
                            Determination on Transfer of
                            Economic Support Funds to the
                            Overseas Private Investment
                            Corporation To Establish a Loan
                            Guarantee Program.
July 12..................  Presidential Determination No.          39725
                            2007-27: Waiver of Limitation on
                            Obligation and Expenditure of
                            $642.5 Million in Fiscal Year
                            2007 Economic Support Funds for
                            Iraq.
July 19..................  Notice: Continuation of the             40059
                            National Emergency With Respect
                            to the Former Liberian Regime of
                            Charles Taylor.
Aug. 15..................  Notice: Continuation of Emergency       46137
                            Regarding Export Control
                            Regulations.
Aug. 16..................  Presidential Determination No.          50035
                            2007-28: Presidential
                            Determination on Continuation of
                            U.S. Drug Interdiction Assistance
                            to the Government of Colombia.
Aug. 27..................  Presidential Determination No.          51351
                            2007-29: Assignment of Function
                            Concerning Assistance to
                            Afghanistan.
Aug. 31..................  Presidential Determination No.          52749
                            2007-30: Presidential
                            Determination on Waiving
                            Prohibition on United States
                            Military Assistance With Respect
                            to Montenegro.
Sept. 8..................  Memorandum: Assignment of               52279
                            Reporting Functions Relating to
                            the Information Sharing
                            Environment.
Sept. 8..................  Presidential Determination No.          52751
                            2007-31: Emergency Fund Drawdown
                            to Support Assistance to Conflict
                            Victims in Iraq, Lebanon, and Sri
                            Lanka.
Sept. 12.................  Notice: Continuation of the             52465
                            National Emergency With Respect
                            to Certain Terrorist Attacks.
Sept. 13.................  Presidential Determination No.          53409
                            2007-32: Continuation of the
                            Exercise of Certain Authorities
                            Under the Trading With the Enemy
                            Act.
Sept. 20.................  Notice: Continuation of the             54205
                            National Emergency With Respect
                            to Persons Who Commit, Threaten
                            To Commit, or Support Terrorism.
Sept. 28.................  Presidential Determination No.          56873
                            2007-34: Presidential
                            Determination on Energy
                            Assistance for the Democratic
                            People's Republic of Korea.
Sept. 28.................  Presidential Determination No.          56875
                            2007-35: Waiver of Limitation on
                            Obligation and Expenditure of
                            $1,051.6 Million in Fiscal Year
                            2007 Economic Support Funds for
                            Iraq.

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Sept. 28.................  Memorandum: Assignment of               56871
                            Specified Reporting and
                            Determination Functions Relating
                            to Afghanistan, Pakistan, Saudi
                            Arabia, and Certain Education
                            Abroad.
Oct. 2...................  Presidential Determination No.          58991
                            2008-1: Presidential
                            Determination on FY 2008 Refugee
                            Admissions Numbers and
                            Authorizations of In-Country
                            Refugee Status Pursuant to
                            Sections 207 and 101(a)(42),
                            Respectively, of the Immigration
                            and Nationality Act, and
                            Determination Pursuant to Section
                            2(b)(2) of the Migration and
                            Refugee Assistance Act, as
                            Amended.
Oct. 11..................  Presidential Determination No.          61033
                            2008-2: Waiver and Certification
                            of Statutory Provisions Regarding
                            the Palestine Liberation
                            Organization Office.
Oct. 16..................  Presidential Determination No.          61035
                            2008-3: Provision of U.S. Drug
                            Interdiction Assistance to the
                            Government of Brazil.
Oct. 18..................  Presidential Determination No.          61037
                            2008-4: Presidential
                            Determination With Respect to
                            Foreign Governments' Efforts
                            Regarding Trafficking in Persons.
Oct. 18..................  Notice: Continuation of the             59473
                            National Emergency With Respect
                            to Significant Narcotics
                            Traffickers Centered in Colombia.
Oct. 19..................  Presidential Determination No.          61041
                            2008-5: Presidential
                            Determination Relating to
                            Assistance for Saudi Arabia.
Oct. 24..................  Notice: Continuation of the             61045
                            National Emergency With Respect
                            to the Situation in or in
                            Relation to the Democratic
                            Republic of the Congo.
Nov. 1...................  Notice: Continuation of the             62407
                            National Emergency With Respect
                            to Sudan.
Nov. 8...................  Notice: Continuation of Emergency       63963
                            Regarding Weapons of Mass
                            Destruction.
Nov. 8...................  Notice: Continuation of the             63965
                            National Emergency With Respect
                            to Iran.
------------------------------------------------------------------------


------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                 73 FR
      Signature Date                     Subject                  Page
------------------------------------------------------------------------
2007
 
Dec. 12..................  Presidential Determination No.           3849
                            2008-6: Suspension of Limitations
                            Under the Jerusalem Embassy Act.
Dec. 14..................  Presidential Determination No.           3851
                            2008-7: Waiver of Reimbursement
                            Under the U.N. Participation Act
                            To Support UNAMID Efforts in
                            Darfur.
Dec. 27..................  Memorandum: Provision of Aviation        1813
                            Insurance Coverage for Commercial
                            Air Carrier Service in Domestic
                            and International Operations.
------------------------------------------------------------------------


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                         Title 3--The President


          Table 4--PRESIDENTIAL DOCUMENTS AFFECTED DURING 2007


________________________________________________________________________


Editorial note: The following abbreviations are used in this table, when 
applicable:

EO        Executive Order

FR        Federal Register

PLO       Public Land Order (43 CFR, Appendix to Chapter II)

Proc.     Proclamation

Pub. L.   Public Law

Stat.     U.S. Statutes at Large

WCPD      Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents


________________________________________________________________________


                              Proclamations

                             Date or Number

                                         Comment

5030.............See EO 13449...........................................
6641.............See Procs. 8111, 8180..................................
6867.............See Notice of Feb. 26, p. 324..........................
7463.............See Notice of Sept. 12, p. 349.........................
7746.............See Proc. 8214.........................................
7747.............See Proc. 8214.........................................
7757.............See Notice of Feb. 26, p. 324..........................
7826.............See Proc. 8157.........................................
7970.............See Proc. 8157.........................................
8031.............Amended by Proc. 8112..................................
8097.............See Procs. 8114, 8157, 8214............................
8114.............See Proc. 8157.........................................
                            Executive Orders

                             Date or Number

                                         Comment

7059-A...........See EO 13428...........................................
10992............See EO 13428...........................................
11145............Continued by EO 13446..................................
11183............Continued by EO 13446..................................
11287............Continued by EO 13446..................................
11582............See EO 13453...........................................
11651............See Procs. 8111, 8213..................................
12131............Continued by EO 13446..................................

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12170............See Notices of Mar. 8, p. 327; Nov. 8, p. 361..........
12196............Continued by EO 13446..................................
12216............Continued by EO 13446..................................
12367............Continued by EO 13446..................................
12382............Continued by EO 13446..................................
12905............Continued by EO 13446..................................
12473............Amended by EO 13430; See EO 13447......................
12866............Amended by EO 13422; See EO 13432......................
12938............See Notice of Nov. 8, p. 360...........................
12947............See Notice of Jan. 18, p. 318..........................
12957............See Notice of Mar. 8, p. 327...........................
12959............See Notice of Mar. 8, p. 327...........................
12978............See Notice of Oct. 18, p. 358..........................
12994............Amended by EO 13446; Continued by EO 13446.............
13047............See EO 13448; Notice of May 17, p. 333.................
13059............See Notice of Mar. 8, p. 327...........................
13067............See Notice of Nov. 1, p. 360...........................
13094............See Notice of Nov. 8, p. 361...........................
13099............See Notice of Jan. 18, p. 318..........................
13101............Revoked by EO 13423....................................
13123............Revoked by EO 13423....................................
13134............Revoked by EO 13423....................................
13148............Revoked by EO 13423....................................
13149............Revoked by EO 13423....................................
13159............See Notice of June 19, p. 339..........................
13219............See Notice of June 22, p. 339..........................
13222............See Notice of Aug. 15, p. 345..........................
13224............See Notice of Sept. 20, p. 350.........................
13226............Continued by EO 13446..................................
13231............Continued by EO 13446..................................
13237............Continued by EO 13446..................................
13256............Continued by EO 13446..................................
13262............See EO 13447...........................................
13265............Continued by EO 13446..................................
13270............Continued by EO 13446..................................
13285............Amended by EO 13424....................................
13286............Amended by EO 13442....................................
13288............See Notice of Feb. 28, p. 325..........................
13303............See EO 13438; Notice of May 18, p. 334.................
13304............See Notice of June 22, p. 339..........................
13310............See EO 13448; Notice of May 17, p. 333.................
13315............See EO 13438; Notice of May 18, p. 334.................
13327............Amended by EO 13423....................................

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13338............See Proc. 8158; Notice of May 8, p. 331................
13348............See Notice of July 19, p. 344..........................
13350............See EO 13438; Notice of May 18, p. 344.................
13362............Revoked by EO 13442....................................
13369............Revoked by EO 13446....................................
13364............See EO 13438; Notice of May 18, p. 344.................
13379............See EO 13446...........................................
13381............Amended by EO 13436....................................
13382............See Notice of Nov. 8, p. 361...........................
13385............Superseded in part by EO 13446.........................
13386............See EO 13446...........................................
13391............See Notice of Feb. 28, p. 325..........................
13396............See Notice of Feb. 5, p. 319...........................
13399............See Notice of May 8, p. 331............................
13400............See Notice of Nov. 1, p. 360...........................
13405............See Notice of June 14, p. 338..........................
13412............See Notice of Nov. 1, p. 360...........................
13413............See Notice of Oct. 24, p. 359..........................
13417............See EO 13429...........................................
13423............See EO 13432...........................................
                      Other Presidential Documents

                             Date or Number

                                         Comment

Memorandum of JunSee Memorandum of Apr. 10, p. 329......................
Memorandum of DecSee Memorandum of Apr. 10, p. 329......................
Military Order ofSuperseded by EO 13425.................................
Presidential DeteAmended by Presidential Determination No. 2007-22, p. .
                  337
Presidential DeteSee Presidential Determination No. 2007-22, p. 337.....
Presidential DeteSee Presidential Determination No. 2007-22, p. 337.....
Presidential DeteSee Presidential Determination No. 2007-32, p. 350.....

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                         Title 3--The President


     Table 5--STATUTES CITED AS AUTHORITY FOR PRESIDENTIAL DOCUMENTS


________________________________________________________________________


Editorial note: Statutes which were cited as authority for the issuance 
of Presidential documents contained in this volume are listed under one 
of these headings. For authority cites for hortatory proclamations, see 
the text of each proclamation:

    United States Code
    United States Statutes at Large
    Public Laws
    Short Title of Act

Citations have been set forth in the style in which they appear in the 
documents. Since the form of citations varies from document to document, 
users of this table should search under all headings for pertinent 
references.


________________________________________________________________________


                           United States Code
 
      U.S. Code Citation                 Presidential Document
 
3 U.S.C. 301.................  Procs. 8111, 8114, 8158, 8213; EOs 13433,
                                13438, 13440, 13441, 13448; Memorandums
                                of Jan. 5, p. 317; Jan. 25, p. 318; Feb.
                                5, p. 320; Feb. 15, p. 323; Mar. 5, p.
                                326; Mar. 23, p. 328; Apr. 10, p. 329;
                                June 12, p. 337; June 26, p. 340; June
                                28, p. 341; July 3, p. 342; Sept. 8, p.
                                347; Sept. 28, p. 352; Presidential
                                Determination Nos. 07-18, p. 332; 07-19,
                                p. 333; 07-20, p. 335; 07-29, p. 346; 07-
                                31, p. 348
5 U.S.C. App.................  EO 13446
5 U.S.C. 305 and 306.........  EO 13450
5 U.S.C. 3161................  EO 13431
5 U.S.C. 3345 et seq.........  EO 13442; Memorandums of Feb. 9, p. 321;
                                Feb. 20, p. 323
8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(42).........  Presidential Determination No. 08-1, p.
                                353
8 U.S.C. 1157................  Presidential Determination No. 08-1, p.
                                353
8 U.S.C. 1182(f).............  Proc. 8158
10 U.S.C. 801-946............  EOs 13430, 13447
10 U.S.C. 948b(b)............  EO 13425
16 U.S.C. 431................  Proc. 8112
16 U.S.C. 473................  EO 13428
19 U.S.C. 2432(c)(2) and (d).  EO 13437
22 U.S.C. 287e-2(d)(1).......  Presidential Determination No. 08-7, p.
                                362
22 U.S.C. 288................  EOs 13427, 13451
22 U.S.C. 2291-4.............  Presidential Determination Nos. 07-28, p.
                                346; 08-3, p. 355

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22 U.S.C. 2360...............  Presidential Determination No. 07-11, p.
                                319
22 U.S.C. 2601 and 2603......  Presidential Determination Nos. 07-19, p.
                                333; 07-31, p. 348
22 U.S.C. 2656...............  EO 13431
22 U.S.C. 7421 et seq........  Presidential Determination Nos. 07-13, p.
                                322; 07-30, p. 347
31 U.S.C. 1115, 1116, and      EO 13450
 9703.
34 U.S.C. 225................  Proc. 8112
36 U.S.C. 131................  Proc. 8143
36 U.S.C. 136................  Proc. 8144
36 U.S.C. 143................  Proc. 8211
36 U.S.C. 301................  Proc. 8104
39 U.S.C. Ch. 28.............  EO 13450
42 U.S.C. 247d-6b............  Memorandum of July 3, p. 342
42 U.S.C. 6613(b)............  Memorandum of July 3, p. 342
42 U.S.C. 16311 and 16312....  EO 13451
45 U.S.C. 159a...............  EO 13429
45 U.S.C. 160................  EO 13452
48 U.S.C. 746................  EO 13428
49 U.S.C. 40106(b)...........  Presidential Determination No. 07-22, p.
                                337
49 U.S.C. 44302 et seq.......  Memorandum of Dec. 27, p. 363
50 U.S.C. 1601 et seq........  EOs 13438, 13441, 13448
50 U.S.C. 1622(d)............  Notices of Jan. 18, p. 318; Feb. 5, p.
                                319; Feb. 26, p. 324; Feb. 28, p. 325;
                                Mar. 8, p. 327; May 17, p. 333; May 18,
                                p. 334; June 14, p. 338; June 19, p.
                                339; June 22, p. 339; July 19, p. 344;
                                Aug. 15, p. 345; Sept. 12, p. 349; Sept.
                                20, p. 350; Oct. 18, p. 358; Oct. 24, p.
                                359; Nov. 1, p. 360; Nov. 8, pp. 360,
                                361
50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq........  EOs 13438, 13441, 13448
50 U.S.C. 1701-1706..........  Notice of May 8, p. 331
50 U.S.C. 1701 note..........  EO 13448
76 U.S.C. 676................  Proc. 8144
 


                     United States Statutes at Large
 
       Statute Citation                  Presidential Document
 
73 Stat. 212.................  Proc. 8160
 


                               Public Laws
 
          Law Number                     Presidential Document
 
93-618.......................  Presidential Determination No. 07-24, p.
                                342
95-223.......................  Presidential Determination No. 07-32, p.
                                350
104-45.......................  Presidential Determination Nos. 07-21, p.
                                336; 08-6, p. 362
106-386......................  Presidential Determination No. 08-4, p.
                                355
107-40.......................  EOs 13425, 13440
107-57.......................  Presidential Determination No. 07-23, p.
                                341
107-107......................  EO 13423
107-228......................  Presidential Determination No. 07-12, p.
                                320
108-175......................  Notice of May 8, p. 331
108-458......................  Memorandum of Apr. 10, p. 329

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109-102......................  Presidential Determination Nos. 07-16, p.
                                330; 07-20, p. 335; 07-23, p. 341; 07-
                                26, p. 343; 08-2, p. 354; 08-5, p. 359
109-234......................  Presidential Determination No. 07-20, p.
                                335
109-364......................  Memorandum of Feb. 15, p. 323
109-366......................  EOs 13425, 13440
109-446......................  Presidential Determination No. 07-20, p.
                                335
109-472......................  EO 13444
110-5........................  Presidential Determination Nos. 07-16, p.
                                330; 07-23, p. 341; 07-29, p. 346; 08-2,
                                p. 354; 08-5, p. 359
110-28.......................  Presidential Determination Nos. 07-27, p.
                                344; 07-35, p. 351
110-53.......................  Memorandum of Sept. 8, p. 347
110-92.......................  Presidential Determination Nos. 08-2, p.
                                354; 08-5, p. 359
 


                           Short Title of Act
 
              Title                        Presidential Document
 
African Growth and Opportunity    Proc. 8157
 Act.
Arms Export Control Act.........  Presidential Determination Nos. 07-15,
                                   p. 328; 07-17, p. 331
Dominican Republic-Central        Procs. 8111, 8213
 America-United States Free
 Trade Agreement Implementation
 Act.
Foreign Assistance Act..........  Presidential Determination No. 07-14,
                                   p. 326
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961..  Presidential Determination Nos. 07-15,
                                   p. 328; 07-18, p. 332; 07-25, p. 343;
                                   07-34, p. 351
Immigration and Nationality Act   Proc. 8158
 of 1952.
Israel FTA Act..................  Proc. 8157
Migration and Refugee Assistance  Presidential Determination No. 08-1,
 Act of 1962.                      p. 353
NAFTA Implementation Act........  Procs. 8111, 8180
Omnibus Trade and                 Procs. 8157, 8214
 Competitiveness Act of 1988.
Pension Protection Act of 2006..  Procs. 8111, 8213
Trade Act of 1974...............  Procs. 8111, 8114, 8157, 8180, 8213,
                                   8214
Trade Act of 2002...............  Notices of Mar. 30, p. 329; Apr. 1, p.
                                   329
United States-Chile Free Trade    Proc. 8214
 Agreement Implementation Act.
United States-Singapore Free      Proc. 8214
 Trade Agreement Implementation
 Act.
 


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                      LIST OF CFR SECTIONS AFFECTED


________________________________________________________________________


Editorial note: All changes in this volume of the Code of Federal 
Regulations which were made by documents published in the Federal 
Register since January 1, 2001, are enumerated in the following list. 
Entries indicate the nature of the changes effected. Page numbers refer 
to Federal Register pages. The user should consult the entries for 
chapters and parts as well as sections for revisions.
  For the period before January 1, 2001, see the ``List of CFR Sections 
Affected, 1949-1963, 1964-1972, 1973-1985, and 1986-2000,'' published in 
11 separate volumes.
  Presidential documents affected during 2007 are set forth in Table 4 
on page 387.


________________________________________________________________________


                                2001-2007
3 CFR

                         (No regulations issued)
INDEX



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A

Adoption Month, National (Proc. 8195)
Adult education, strengthening (EO 13445)
Afghanistan; poppy eradication and interdiction efforts, Economic Support 
Fund assistance (Presidential Determination No. 07-29, p. 346)
Africa
    See also specific country
    African Union Mission to the U.S., extending privileges and immunities 
(EO 13444)
    Beneficiary developing countries, modification of Harmonized Tariff 
Schedule (Procs. 8114, 8157)
    Refugee and migration assistance (Presidential Determination No. 07-19, 
p. 333)
African American History Month, National (Proc. 8103)
African Growth and Opportunity Act, beneficiary sub-Saharan countries (Proc. 
8157)
Air carrier service, U.S.-flag commercial; continuation of aviation 
insurance (Memorandum of Dec. 27, p. 363)
Aircraft, U.S.; national emergency relating to Cuba (Notice of Feb. 26, p. 
324)
Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month, National (Proc. 8167)
Algeria; Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000, compliance requirements 
(Presidential Determination No. 08-4, p. 355)
Americans With Disabilities Act, anniversary (Proc. 8163)
Armed Forces
    Alien unlawful enemy combatants, trial (EO 13425)
    Military Spouse Day (Proc. 8141)
    National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day (Proc. 8121)
    National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day (Proc. 8209)
    National POW/MIA Recognition Day (Proc. 8177)
    Uniform Code of Military Justice, Manual for Courts-Martial; amendments 
(EOs 13430, 13447)
    Veterans Day (Proc. 8199)
Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month (Proc. 8133)


B

Bahrain; Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000, compliance requirements 
(Presidential Determination No. 08-4, p. 355)
Balkans, Western; extremist violence in Macedonia and Bosnia, continuation 
of national emergency (Notice of June 22, p. 339)
Banks and banking, continuation of certain authorities under Trading With 
the Enemy Act (Presidential Determination No. 07-32, p. 350)
Belarus; blocking property of certain persons, continuation of national 
emergency (Notice of June 14, p. 338)
Belgium; pseudoephedrine and ephedrine exports and imports, trafficking 
compliance under Foreign Assistance Act (Presidential Determination No. 07-
14, p. 326)
Bin Laden, Usama (Notice of Jan. 18, p. 318)
Black Music Month (Proc. 8151)
Blind persons, White Cane Safety Day (Proc. 8191)
Boards, commissions, committees, etc.
    See under Government organization and employees
Bosnia; obstruction implementing Dayton Accords, continuation of U.S. 
national emergency (Notice of June 22, p. 339)
Brazil, U.S. drug interdiction assistance to (Presidential Determination No. 
08-3, p. 355)
Breast Cancer Awareness Month, National (Proc. 8181)

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Burma
    Democracy, blocking property of persons who represss (EO 13448)
    Investments prohibition by U.S. persons, continuation of national 
emergency (Notice of May 17, p. 333)
    Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000, compliance requirements 
(Presidential Determination No. 08-4, p. 355)


C

Cancer Control Month (Proc. 8119)
Captive Nations Week (Proc. 8160)
Caribbean-American Heritage Month (Proc. 8153)
Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act and African Growth and Opportunity 
Act, modifications (Proc. 8114)
Chad
    Refugee and migration assistance (Presidential Determination No. 07-19, 
p. 333)
    Prohibition on U.S. military assistance, waiver (Presidential 
Determination No. 07-13, p. 322)
Character Counts Week, National (Proc. 8192)
Charter Schools Week, National (Proc. 8134)
Child Abuse Prevention Month, National (Proc. 8117)
Child Health Day (Proc. 8184)
Child's Day, National (Proc. 8152)
Chile; U.S. imports, preferential tariff treatment (Proc. 8214)
China; pseudoephedrine and ephedrine exports and imports, trafficking 
compliance under Foreign Assistance Act (Presidential Determination No. 07-
14, p. 326)
Colombia
    Drug interdiction assistance, U.S.; continuation (Presidential 
Determination No. 07-28, p. 346)
    Narcotics trafficking; national emergency, continuation (Notice of Oct. 
18, p. 358)
Columbus Day (Proc. 8186)
Congo, Democratic Republic of the; blocking property of persons contributing 
to conflict, continuation of national emergency (Notice of Oct. 24, p. 359)
Conservation
    Caribbean National Forest renamed El Yunque National Forest (EO 13428)
    El Yunque National Forest, designation (EO 13428)
    Hunting heritage and wildlife (EO 13443)
    Northwestern Hawaiian Islands Marine National Monument renamed 
Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument (Proc. 8112)
    Striped bass and red drum fish, protection (EO 13449)
Constitution Day and Citizenship Day, Constitution Week (Proc. 8168)
Consumer Protection Week, National (Proc. 8105)
Cote d'Ivoire; conflict, blocking property of persons contributing to 
(Notice of Feb. 5, p. 319)
Courts-Martial, Manual for, Uniform Code of Military Justice; amendments 
(EOs 13430, 13447)
Crime Victims' Rights Week, National (Proc. 8130)
Cuba
    Admission of refugees to U.S., in-country refugee status under Amerasian 
immigrant admissions program (Presidential Determination No. 08-1, p. 353)
    Destruction of U.S. aircraft and anchorage and movement of vessels, 
continuation of national emergency (Notice of Feb. 26, p. 324)
    Trading With the Enemy Act, continuation of certain authorities 
(Presidential Determination No. 07-32, p. 350)
    Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000, compliance requirements 
(Presidential Determination No. 08-4, p. 355)
Customs duties
    Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the U.S., rules of origin; modifications 
(Procs. 8111, 8114, 8157, 8180, 8213, 8214)
    Turkmenistan, normal trade relations with U.S.; eligibility (EO 13437)


D

D.A.R.E. Day, National (Proc. 8123)
Defense, Department of; Secretary, assignment of Presidential functions 
regarding procurement sanctions on export activities (Memorandums of Mar. 5, 
p. 326; June 26, p. 340)
Defense, national
    Belarus; blocking property of certain persons, continuation of national 
emergency (Notice of June 14, p. 338)

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    Burma
Blocking property of persons who repress democracy (EO 13448)
Investments prohibition by U.S. persons, continuation of national emergency 
(Notice of May 17, p. 333)
    Liberia, Charles Taylor regime; blocking property of persons associated 
with, continuation of national emergency (Notice of July 19, p. 344)
    Classified national security information, determining eligibility for 
access to (EO 13436)
    Colombia, narcotics trafficking; national emergency, continuation 
(Notice of Oct. 18, p. 358)
    Congo, blocking property of persons contributing to conflict; 
continuation of national emergency (Notice of Oct. 24, p. 359)
    Cote d'Ivoire; conflict, blocking property of persons contributing to 
(Notice of Feb. 5, p. 319)
    Cuba, destruction of U.S. aircraft, and regulation of the anchorage and 
movement of vessels; continuation of national emergency (Notice Feb. 26, p. 
324)
    Export control regulations, continuation of national emergency (Notice 
of Aug. 15, p. 345)
    Extremist violence in Macedonia and obstruction implementing Dayton 
Accords in Bosnia, continuation of U.S. national emergency (Notice of June 
22, p. 339)
    Intelligence, National Director of; assignment of President's Federal 
information sharing functions (Memorandum of Apr. 10, p. 329)
    Iran, continuation of national emergency with respect to (Notices of 
Mar. 8, p. 327; Nov. 8, p. 361)
    Iraq
Development fund, continuation of national emergency protecting (Notice of 
May 18, p. 334)
Stabilization efforts, blocking property of persons who threaten (EO 13438)
    Jerusalem Embassy Act, suspension of limitations under (Presidential 
Determination Nos. 07-21, p. 336; 08-6, p. 362)
    Lebanese sovereignty, blocking property of persons who undermine (EO 
13441)
    Middle East peace process, terrorists who threaten to disrupt; 
continuation of national emergency (Notice of Jan. 18, p. 318)
    Montenegro and Serbia, Republics of; eligibility to receive U.S. defense 
articles and services (Presidential Determination No. 07-15, p. 328)
    National Defense Transportation Day and National Transportation Week 
(Proc. 8142)
    National Preparedness Month (Proc. 8170)
    Palestine Liberation Organization Office, waiver and certification of 
statutory provisions (Presidential Determination Nos. 07-16, p. 330, 08-2, 
p. 354)
    Palestinian Liberation Organization and Palestinian Authority, sanctions 
(Memorandum of Feb. 9, p. 321)
    Peace Officers Memorial Day and Police Week (Proc. 8144)
    Russia; blocking property of certain persons accumulating uranium, 
continuation of national emergency (Notice of June 19, p. 339)
    Security Professional Development Executive Steering Committee, 
establishment (EO 13434)
    Sudan
Blocking property of persons contributing to conflict, continuation of 
national emegency (Notice of Nov. 1, p. 360)
Transfer of U.S. defense articles and services (Presidential Determination 
No. 07-17, p. 331)
    Suspension of limitations under Jerusalem Embassy Act regarding U.S. 
Embassy in Jerusalem (Presidential Determination No. 07-21, p. 336)
    Syria, continuation of national emergency (Notice of May 8, p. 331)
    Terrorism, continuation of national emergency with respect to people who 
commit, threaten to commit, or support (Notice of Sept. 20, p. 350)
    Terrorist attacks, continuation of U.S. national emergency with respect 
to (Notice of Sept. 12, p. 349)
    Trading With the Enemy Act, continuation of certain authorities 
(Presidential Determination No. 07-32, p. 350)
    Unlawful enemy combatants, nonprotection under Geneva Conventions Common 
Article 3 (EO 13440)

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    Weapons of mass destruction, combating proliferation; continuation of 
national emergency (Notice of Nov. 8, p. 360)
    West Bank and Gaza, assistance for (Presidential Determination No. 07-
20, p. 335)
    Zimbabwe, continuation of national emergency (Notice of Feb. 28, p. 325)
Defense Transportation Day, National, and National Transportation Week 
(Proc. 8142)
Diabetes Month, National (Proc. 8201)
Disability Employment Awareness Month, National (Proc. 8182)
Domestic Violence Awareness Month, National (Proc. 8183)
Dominican Republic; beneficiary developing country status, removal (Proc. 
8111)
Donate Life Month, National (Proc. 8118)
Drugs and narcotics
    Brazil, U.S. drug interdiction assistance to (Presidential Determination 
No. 08-3, p. 355)
    Colombia
Narcotics trafficking, continuation of national emergency (Notice of Oct. 
18, p. 358)
U.S. drug interdiction assistance, continuation (Presidential Determination 
No. 07-28, p. 346)
    Illicit, exporting and importing compliance (Presidential Determination 
No. 07-14, p. 326)
    Women; justice and empowerment initiative, funding (Presidential 
Determination No. 07-25, p. 343)
Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month, National (Proc. 8208)
Dutch-American Friendship Day (Proc. 8128)


E

Education
    Education and Sharing Day, U.S.A. (Proc. 8116)
    Secretary of State, assignment of Presidential functions relating to 
Afghanistan, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and education abroad (Memorandum of 
Sept. 28, p. 352)
El Yunque National Forest, NY; designation (EO 13428)
Energy, assistance for Democratic People's Republic of Korea (Presidential 
Determination No. 07-34, p. 351)
Equatorial Guinea; Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000, compliance 
requirements (Presidential Determination No. 08-4, p. 355)
Executive clemency, granting (Proc. 8159)
Exports and imports
    Burma, investments prohibition by U.S. persons; continuation of national 
emergency (Notice of May 17, p. 333)
    Nonproliferation treaties, enforcement of; assignment of functions to 
Secretary of State (Memorandum of Mar. 23, p. 328)
    Procurement sanctions on export activities, assignment of Presidential 
functions (Memorandum of Mar. 5, p. 326)
    Pseudoephedrine and ephedrine, trafficking compliance under Foreign 
Assistance Act (Presidential Determination No. 07-14, p. 326)
    Regulations controlling exports, continuation of national emergency 
(Notice of Aug. 15, p. 345)
    Sudan, transfer of U.S. defense articles and services (Presidential 
Determination No. 07-17, p. 331)
    Syria, continuation of national emergency prohibiting certain goods to 
(Notice of May 8, p. 331)


F

Family Caregivers Month, National (Proc. 8197)
Family Day (Proc. 8178)
Family Week, National (Proc. 8206)
Farm-City Week, National (Proc. 8205)
Farm Safety and Health Week, National (Proc. 8176)
Federal departments and agencies
    See Government organization and employees
Fire Prevention Week (Proc. 8188)
Flag Day and National Flag Week (Proc. 8155)
Foreign relations
    African Union Mission to the U.S., extending privileges and immunities 
(EO 13444 )
    Brazil, U.S. drug interdiction assistance to (Presidential Determination 
No. 08-3, p. 355)

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    Chad, waiving prohibition on U.S. military assistance (Presidential 
Determination No. 07-13, p. 322)
    Economic support funds, transfer to Overseas Private Investment 
Corporation (Presidential Determination No. 07-26, p. 343)
    Export control regulations, continuation of national emergency (Notice 
of Aug. 15, p. 345)
    Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, transfer of funds (Presidential 
Determination No. 07-11, p. 319)
    Holy See to the U.N., extending privileges and immunities to Permanent 
Observer Mission of the (EO 13427)
    Iraq, Lebanon, and Sri Lanka, conflict victims; emergency fund drawdown 
to support assistance to (Presidential Determination No. 07-31, p. 348)
    ITER International Fusion Energy Organization, designation as public 
international organization under the International Organizations Immunities 
Act (EO 13451)
    Lebanon, resumption of travel to for peace and security purposes 
(Presidential Determination No. 07-22, p. 337)
    Montenegro and Serbia, Republics of; eligibility to receive U.S. defense 
articles and services (Presidential Determination No. 07-15, p. 328)
    Montenegro; U.S. military assistance, waiving prohibition on 
(Presidential Determination No. 07-30, p. 347)
    Nonproliferation treaties, enforcement of; assignment of functions to 
Secretary of State (Memorandum of Mar. 23, p. 328)
    Pakistan; transition to democratic rule, facilitation (Presidential 
Determination No. 07-23, p. 341)
    Palestine Liberation Organization Office, waiver and certification of 
statutory provisions (Presidential Determination No. 07-16, p. 330)
    Procurement sanctions on export activities, assignment of Presidential 
functions (Memorandum of Mar. 5, p. 326)
    Pseudoephedrine and ephedrine importing and exporting countries, 
trafficking compliance under Foreign Assistance Act (Presidential 
Determination No. 07-14, p. 326)
    Refugee and migration assistance to certain countries (Presidential 
Determination No. 07-19, p. 333)
    Saudi Arabia, assistance to combat international terrorism (Presidential 
Determination No. 08-5, p. 359)
    Security sector reform, international peacekeeping account to support; 
transfer of funds (Presidential Determination No. 07-18, p. 332)
    Sudan, United Nations/African Union Mission; transfer of camps as 
assistance for AMIS (Presidential Determination No. 08-7, p. 362)
    Suspension of limitations under Jerusalem Embassy Act regarding U.S. 
Embassy in Jerusalem (Presidential Determination No. 07-21, p. 336)
    Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000, foreign governments 
compliance requirements (Presidential Determination No. 08-4, p. 355)
    West Bank and Gaza, assistance for (Presidential Determination No. 07-
20, p. 335)
Forest Products Week, National (Proc. 8193)
Freedom Day, World (Proc. 8202)


G

General Pulaski Memorial Day (Proc. 8189)
Generalized System of Preferences, duty-free treatment; modification (Proc. 
8157)
German-American Day (Proc. 8185)
Germany; pseudoephedrine and ephedrine exports and imports, trafficking 
compliance under Foreign Assistance Act (Presidential Determination No. 07-
14, p. 326)
Gold Star Mother's Day (Proc. 8179)
Government organization and employees
    Adult Education Working Group, Interagency; establishment (EO 13445)
    Advisory committees, continuance, and actions on other Executive orders 
(EO 13446)
    Alien unlawful enemy combatants, military commissions to try; 
establishment (EO 13425)
    Assignment of functions to
Chairman, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, from the President (Memorandum of 
July 3, p. 342)

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Citizens Health Care Working Group from the President (Memorandum of Jan. 5, 
p. 317)
Defense Secretary from the President (Memorandums of Feb. 5, p. 320; Mar. 5, 
p. 326; June 26, p. 340)
Director, Office of Personnel Management, from the President (Memorandum of 
June 28, p. 341)
Director, Office of Science and Technology Policy, from the President 
(Memorandum of July 3, p. 342)
National Intelligence Director from the President (Memorandums of Apr. 10, 
p. 329; Sept. 8, p. 347)
Secretary of Health and Human Services from the President (Memorandum of 
Jan. 5, p. 317)
Secretary of State from the President (Presidential Determination No. 07-17, 
p. 331; Memorandums of Jan. 25, p. 318; Mar. 5, p. 326; June 12, p. 337; 
Sept. 28, p. 352)
Transportation Secretary from the President (Memorandum of Feb. 15, p. 323)
    Closing the Federal Government on December 24, 2007 (EO 13453)
    Environmental, energy, and transportation management, Federal; 
strengthening (EO 13423)
    Federal Bureau of Investigation, designation of officers (Memorandum of 
Feb. 9, p. 321)
    Homeland Security Department, order of succession; amendment (EO 13442)
    Hunting heritage and wildlife conservation, facilitation of (EO 13443)
    Import Safety, Interagancy Working Group on; establishment (EO 13439)
    Improving Government program performance (EO 13450)
    Iraq Transition Assistance Office (State Department), establishment (EO 
13431)
    Metro-North Railroad and Its Maintenance of Way Employees Represented by 
the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, Emergency Board To Investigate a 
Dispute Between; establishment (EO 13429)
    Palestine Liberation Organization Office, waiver and certification of 
statutory provisions (Presidential Determination No. 08-2, p. 354)
    Performance Improvement Council (OMB), establishment (EO 13450)
    Railroad Passenger Corporation, National, and Certain of Its Employees 
Represented by Certain Labor Organizations, Emergency Board To Investigate 
Disputes Between; establishment (EO 13452)
    Regulatory planning and review, amendments (EO 13422)
    Security Professional Development Executive Steering Committee, 
establishment (EO 13434)
    Service and Civic Participation, President's Council on; extension (EO 
13424)
    Terror Heroes, Task Force on Returning Global War on; establishment (EO 
13426)
    Trade Representative, U.S.; designation of officers to act as 
(Memorandum of Feb. 20, p. 323)
    Wounded Warriors, Commission on Care for America's Returning; 
establishment (EO 13426)
Greece
    Greek Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of Greek and 
American Democracy (Proc. 8115)
    Ship, transfer; assignment of functions (Memorandum of Feb. 15, p. 323)
Greenhouse gas emissions, environmental protection from (EO 13432)
Guard and Reserve Week, National Employer Support of the (Proc. 8171)


H

Haiti; U.S. imports, preferential tariff treatment (Proc. 8114)
Health and Human Services, Department of; Secretary, assignment of 
Presidential functions (Memorandum of Jan. 5, p. 317)
Health care
    See also Special observances
    Citizens Health Care Working Group, assignment of Presidential functions 
(Memorandum of Jan. 5, p. 317)
    Stem cell lines, expanding (EO 13435)
Heart Month, American (Proc. 8104)
Hispanic Heritage Month, National (Proc. 8175)

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Historically Black Colleges and Universities Week, National (Proc. 8172)
Holy See to the U.N., extending privileges and immunities to Permanent 
Observer Mission of the (EO 13427)
Homeland security
    See Defense, national
Homeownership Month, National (Proc. 8154)
Hospice Month, National (Proc. 8198)
Human Life Day, National Sanctity of (Proc. 8101)
Human Rights Day, Bill of Rights Day, and Human Rights Week (Proc. 8210)


I

Immigration and naturalization
    Admission of refugees to U.S., in-country refugee status under Amerasian 
immigrant admissions program (Presidential Determination No. 08-1, p. 353)
    Lebanon and Syria, suspension of certain immigrants or nonimmigrants 
entering into U.S. (Proc. 8158 )
India; pseudoephedrine and ephedrine exports and imports, trafficking 
compliance under Foreign Assistance Act (Presidential Determination No. 07-
14, p. 326)
Indian Heritage Month, National American (Proc. 8196)
Indonesia; pseudoephedrine and ephedrine exports and imports, trafficking 
compliance under Foreign Assistance Act (Presidential Determination No. 07-
14, p. 326)
Insurance; U.S.-flag commercial air carrier service, continuation 
(Memorandum of Dec. 27, p. 363)
Intelligence, National Director of; assignment of President's information 
sharing functions (Memorandums of Apr. 10, p. 329; Sept. 8, p. 347)
Iran
    Emergency, national; continuation (Notices of Mar. 8, p. 327; Nov. 8, p. 
361)
    Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000, compliance requirements 
(Presidential Determination No. 08-4, p. 355)
Iraq
    Conflict victims, emergency fund drawdown to support assistance to 
(Presidential Determination No. 07-31, p. 348)
    Development fund, continuation of national emergency protecting (Notice 
of May 18, p. 334)
    Economic support funds, waiver of limitation on obligations and 
expenditures (Presidential Determination No. 07-27, p. 344)
    Economic support funds, waiver on limitations (Presidential 
Determination No. 07-35, p. 351)
    Stabilization efforts, blocking property of persons who threaten (EO 
13438)
    Transition Assistance Office (ITAO), establishment (EO 13431)
Irish-American Heritage Month (Proc. 8107)
Israel
    West Bank and Gaza, assistance for (Presidential Determination No. 07-
20, p. 335)
    West Bank, refugee and migration assistance (Presidential Determination 
No. 07-19, p. 333)
ITER International Fusion Energy Organization, designation as public 
international organization (EO 13451)


J

Jamestown, VA; 400th anniversary (Proc. 8122)
Jerusalem, suspension of limitations under Jerusalem Embassy Act regarding 
U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem (Presidential Determination Nos. 07-21, p. 336; 
08-6, p. 362)
Jewish American Heritage Month (Proc. 8136)
Johnson, Lady Bird; death (Proc. 8162)
Johnson-Sirleaf, Ellen; Liberia, transition to democratic order (Notice of 
July 19, p. 344)


K

King, Martin Luther, Jr.; Federal holiday (Proc. 8099)
Korea
    Energy assistance for (Presidential Determination No. 07-34, p. 351)
    Free trade agreement with U.S., intention to enter into (Notice of Apr. 
1, p. 329)
    Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000, compliance requirements 
(Presidential Determination No. 08-4, p. 355)

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Kuwait; Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000, compliance requirements 
(Presidential Determination No. 08-4, p. 355)


L

Law Day, U.S.A. (Proc. 8135)
Lebanon
    Conflict victims, emergency drawdown assistance to support assistance to 
(Presidential Determination No. 07-31, p. 348)
    Resumption of travel to for peace and security purposes (Presidential 
Determination No. 07-22, p. 337)
    Sovereignty, blocking property of persons who undermine (EO 13441)
    Suspension of certain immigrants or nonimmigrants entering into U.S. 
(Proc. 8158)
Leif Erikson Day (Proc. 8187)
Libby, Lewis; Executive clemency (Proc. 8159)
Liberia
    Charles Taylor regime, blocking property of persons associated with; 
continuation of national emergency (Notice of July 19, 2007 )
    Security sector reform, international peacekeeping account to support; 
transfer of funds (Presidential Determination No. 07-18, p. 332)
Loyalty Day (Proc. 8137)


M

Macedonia, Republic of; extremist violence in, continuation of U.S. national 
emergency (Notice of June 22, p. 339)
Malaria Awareness Day (Proc. 8132)
Malaysia; Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000, compliance 
requirements (Presidential Determination No. 08-4, p. 355)
Maritime Day, National (Proc. 8148)
Mauritania, Islamic Republic of; beneficiary sub-Saharan African country, 
designation (Proc. 8157)
Mentoring Month, National (Proc. 8212)
Mexico
    NAFTA, duty elimination for certain U.S. imports (Procs. 8111, 8180)
    Pseudoephedrine and ephedrine exports and imports, trafficking 
compliance under Foreign Assistance Act (Presidential Determination No. 07-
14, p. 326)
Middle East peace process, terrorists who threaten to disrupt; continuation 
of national emergency (Notice of Jan. 18, p. 318)
Military Spouse Day (Proc. 8141)
Minority Enterprise Development Week (Proc. 8169)
Montenegro, Republic of
    Defense articles and services, U.S.; eligibility to receive 
(Presidential Determination No. 07-15, p. 328)
    Military assistance, U.S.; waiving prohibition on (Presidential 
Determination No. 07-30, p. 347)
Mother's Day (Proc. 8140)


N

National emergencies declared, continued, terminated, etc.
    Cote d'Ivoire; conflict, blocking property of persons contributing to 
(Notice of Feb. 5, p. 319)
    Cuba; destruction of U.S. aircraft and regulation of the anchorage and 
movement of vessels (Notice of Feb. 26, p. 324)
    Middle East peace process, terrorists who threaten to disrupt; 
continuation (Notice of Jan. 18, p. 318)
Nicaragua, tariff preference level under Dominican Republic-Central America-
United States Free Trade Agreement (Proc. 8111 )
Nuclear Regulatory Commission; Chairman, assignment of Presidential function 
(Memorandum of July 3, p. 342)


O

Oceans Month, National (Proc. 8150)
Older Americans Month (Proc. 8139)
Oman; Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000, compliance requirements 
(Presidential Determination No. 08-4, p. 355)
Outdoors Month, Great (Proc. 8149)
Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, National (Proc. 8165)
Overseas Private Investment Corporation; loan guarantee program 
establishment, transfer of economic support funds (Presidential 
Determination No. 07-26, p. 343)


P

Pakistan; transition to democratic rule, facilitation (Presidential 
Determination No. 07-23, p. 341)

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Palestine Liberation Organization Office, waiver and certification of 
statutory provisions (Presidential Determination No. 07-16, p. 330)
Palestine National Authority, Gaza; refugee and migration assistance 
(Presidential Determination No. 07-19, p. 333)
Palestinian Liberation Organization and Palestinian Authority, sanctions 
(Memorandum of Feb. 9, p. 321)
Pan American Day and Pan American Week (Proc. 8120)
Panama; free trade agreement with U.S., intention to enter into (Notice of 
Mar. 30, p. 329)
Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument, naming; amendment to 
Proclamation 8031 (Proc. 8112 )
Parents' Day (Proc. 8161)
Park Week, National (Proc. 8131)
Patriot Day (Proc. 8174)
Peace Officers Memorial Day and Police Week (Proc. 8144)
Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, National (Proc. 8209)
Personnel Management, Office of; Director, assignment of Presidential 
functions (Memorandum of June 28, p. 341)
Physical Fitness and Sports Month, National (Proc. 8138)
Poison Prevention Week, National (Proc. 8113)
POW/MIA Recognition Day, National (Proc. 8177)
Prayer and Remembrance, National Days of (Proc. 8173)
Prayer for Peace, Memorial Day (Proc. 8145)
Prayer, National Day of (Proc. 8129)
Preparedness Month, National (Proc. 8170)
Prisoner of War Recognition Day, National Former (Proc. 8121)
Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, National (Proc. 8166)
Puerto Rico, Caribbean National Forest renamed El Yunque National Forest (EO 
13428)


Q

Qatar; Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000, compliance requirements 
(Presidential Determination No. 08-4, p. 355)


R

Recycles Day, America (Proc. 8203)
Red Cross Month, American (Proc. 8108)
Religious Freedom Day (Proc. 8100)
Russia; blocking property of certain persons accumulating uranium, 
continuation of national emergency (Notice of June 19, p. 339)


S

Safe Boating Week, National (Proc. 8143)
Saudi Arabia
    Terrorism, assistance to combat international (Presidential 
Determination No. 08-5, p. 359)
    Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000, compliance requirements 
(Presidential Determination No. 08-4, p. 355)
School Lunch Week, National (Proc. 8190)
Science and Technology Policy, Office of; Director, assignment of 
Presidential function (Memorandum of July 3, p. 342)
Serbia, Republic of; U.S. defense articles and services, eligibility to 
receive (Presidential Determination No. 07-15, p. 328)
Singapore
    Pseudoephedrine and ephedrine exports and imports, trafficking 
compliance under Foreign Assistance Act (Presidential Determination No. 07-
14, p. 326)
    U.S. imports, preferential tariff treatment (Proc. 8214)
Small Business Week (Proc. 8127)
Somalia, refugee and migration assistance (Presidential Determination No. 
07-19, p. 333)
South Africa; pseudoephedrine and ephedrine exports and imports, trafficking 
compliance under Foreign Assistance Act (Presidential Determination No. 07-
14, p. 326)
Soviet Union; admission of refugees to U.S., in-country refugee status under 
Amerasian immigrant admissions program (Presidential Determination No. 08-1, 
p. 353)
Special observances
    America Recycles Day (Proc. 8203)
    American Heart Month (Proc. 8104)
    American Red Cross Month (Proc. 8108)
    Americans With Disabilities Act, anniversary (Proc. 8163)
    Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month (Proc. 8133)

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    Black Music Month (Proc. 8151)
    Cancer Control Month (Proc. 8119)
    Captive Nations Week (Proc. 8160)
    Caribbean-American Heritage Month (Proc. 8153)
    Child Health Day (Proc. 8184)
    Columbus Day (Proc. 8186)
    Constitution Day and Citizenship Day, Constitution Week (Proc. 8168)
    Dutch-American Friendship Day (Proc. 8128)
    Education and Sharing Day, U.S.A. (Proc. 8116)
    Family Day (Proc. 8178)
    Farm Safety and Health Week, National (Proc. 8176)
    Fifth Anniversary of USA Freedom Corps (Proc. 8102)
    Fire Prevention Week (Proc. 8188)
    Flag Day and National Flag Week (Proc. 8155)
    General Pulaski Memorial Day (Proc. 8189)
    German-American Day (Proc. 8185)
    Gold Star Mother's Day (Proc. 8179)
    Great Outdoors Month (Proc. 8149)
    Greek Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of Greek and 
American Democracy (Proc. 8115)
    Human Rights Day, Bill of Rights Day, and Human Rights Week (Proc. 8210)
    Irish-American Heritage Month (Proc. 8107)
    Jamestown, 400th anniversary (Proc. 8122)
    Jewish American Heritage Month (Proc. 8136)
    Johnson, Lady Bird; death (Proc. 8162)
    Law Day, U.S.A. (Proc. 8135)
    Leif Erikson Day (Proc. 8187)
    Loyalty Day (Proc. 8137)
    Malaria Awareness Day (Proc. 8132)
    Maritime Day, National (Proc. 8148)
    Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal holiday (Proc. 8099)
    Military Spouse Day (Proc. 8141)
    Minority Enterprise Development Week (Proc. 8169)
    Mother's Day (Proc. 8140)
    National Adoption Month (Proc. 8195)
    National African American History Month (Proc. 8103)
    National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month (Proc. 8167)
    National American Indian Heritage Month (Proc. 8196)
    National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (Proc. 8181)
    National Character Counts Week (Proc. 8192)
    National Charter Schools Week (Proc. 8134)
    National Child Abuse Prevention Month (Proc. 8117)
    National Child's Day (Proc. 8152)
    National Consumer Protection Week (Proc. 8105)
    National Crime Victims' Rights Week (Proc. 8130)
    National D.A.R.E. Day (Proc. 8123)
    National Day of Prayer (Proc. 8129)
    National Days of Prayer and Remembrance (Proc. 8173)
    National Defense Transportation Day and National Transportation Week 
(Proc. 8142)
    National Diabetes Month (Proc. 8201)
    National Disability Employment Awareness Month (Proc. 8182)
    National Domestic Violence Awareness Month (Proc. 8183)
    National Donate Life Month (Proc. 8118)
    National Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month (Proc. 8208)
    National Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Week (Proc. 8171)
    National Family Caregivers Month (Proc. 8197)
    National Family Week (Proc. 8206)
    National Farm-City Week (Proc. 8205)
    National Farm Safety and Health Week (Proc. 8176)
    National Forest Products Week (Proc. 8193)
    National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day (Proc. 8121)
    National Hispanic Heritage Month (Proc. 8175)
    National Historically Black Colleges and Universities Week (Proc. 8172)
    National Homeownership Month (Proc. 8154)
    National Hospice Month (Proc. 8198)
    National Mentoring Month (Proc. 8212)
    National Oceans Month (Proc. 8150)
    National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month (Proc. 8165)
    National Park Week (Proc. 8131)
    National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day (Proc. 8209)

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    National Physical Fitness and Sports Month (Proc. 8138)
    National Poison Prevention Week (Proc. 8113)
    National POW/MIA Recognition Day (Proc. 8177)
    National Preparedness Month (Proc. 8170)
    National Safe Boating Week (Proc. 8143)
    National Sanctity of Human Life Day (Proc. 8101)
    National School Lunch Week (Proc. 8190)
    National Volunteer Week (Proc. 8125)
    Older Americans Month (Proc. 8139)
    Pan American Day and Pan American Week (Proc. 8120)
    Parents' Day (Proc. 8161)
    Patriot Day (Proc. 8174)
    Peace Officers Memorial Day and Police Week (Proc. 8144)
    Prayer for Peace, Memorial Day (Proc. 8145)
    Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, National (Proc. 8166)
    Religious Freedom Day (Proc. 8100)
    Save Your Vision Week (Proc. 8110)
    Small Business Week (Proc. 8127)
    Thanksgiving Day (Proc. 8204)
    Thomas Jefferson Day (Proc. 8124)
    Trade Week, World (Proc. 8147)
    United Nations Day (Proc. 8194)
    Veterans Day (Proc. 8199)
    Virginia Tech tragedy, honoring victims (Proc. 8126)
    Washington, George; 275th anniversary of birth (Proc. 8106)
    White Cane Safety Day (Proc. 8191)
    Women's Equality Day (Proc. 8164)
    Women's History Month (Proc. 8109)
    World AIDS Day (Proc. 8207)
    World Freedom Day (Proc. 8202)
    Wright Brothers Day (Proc. 8211)
Sri Lanka; conflict victims, emergency fund drawdown to support assistance 
to (Presidential Determination No. 07-31, p. 348)
State, Department of
    Secretary
Afghanistan, assignment of functions concerning economic assistance to 
(Presidential Determination No. 07-29, p. 346)
Arms Export Control Act, assignment of President's functions under 
(Presidential Determination No. 07-17, p. 331)
Export activities, assignment of Presidential functions regarding 
procurement sanctions on (Memorandums of Mar. 5, p. 326; June 12, p. 337; 
Sept. 28, p. 352)
Nonproliferation treaties, assignment of functions on enforcement of 
(Memorandum of Mar. 23, p. 328)
Striped bass and red drum fish, conservation of (EO 13449)
Sudan
    Blocking property of persons contributing to conflict, continuation of 
national emergency (Notice of Nov. 1, p. 360)
    Darfur Peace and Accountability Act of 2006, assignment of functions 
(Memorandum of Jan. 25, p. 318)
    Darfur, United Nations/African Union Mission; transfer of camps as 
assistance for AMIS (Presidential Determination No. 08-7, p. 362)
    Refugee and migration assistance (Presidential Determination No. 07-19, 
p. 333)
    Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000, compliance requirements 
(Presidential Determination No. 08-4, p. 355)
    U.S. defense articles and services, transfer to (Presidential 
Determination No. 07-17, p. 331)
Switzerland; pseudoephedrine and ephedrine exports and imports, trafficking 
compliance under Foreign Assistance Act (Presidential Determination No. 07-
14, p. 326)
Syria
    Blocking property of certain persons and prohibiting exportation of 
goods to (Notice of May 8, p. 331)
    Lebanese sovereignty, blocking property of persons who undermine (EO 
13441)
    Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000, compliance requirements 
(Presidential Determination No. 08-4, p. 355)


T

Taxpayers, protecting from payment of contingency fees (EO 13433)
Taylor, Charles, regime; Liberia, continuation of U.S. national emergency 
(Notice of July 19, p. 344)

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Terrorism
    Emergency, national; continuation with respect to people who commit, 
threaten to commit, or support (Notice of Sept. 20, p. 350)
    Information-sharing functions, Federal; assignment to National 
Intelligence Director (Memorandum of Apr. 10, p. 329)
    Middle East, continuation of national emergency with respect to 
terrorists (Notice of Jan. 18, p. 318)
    Pakistan, transition to democratic rule; facilitation (Presidential 
Determination No. 07-23, p. 341)
    Palestine Liberation Organization Office, waiver and certification of 
statutory provisions (Presidential Determination No. 08-2, p. 354)
    Returning Global War on Terror Heroes, Task Force on; establishment (EO 
13426)
    Saudi Arabia, assistance to combat international terrorism (Presidential 
Determination No. 08-5, p. 359)
    Syria, continuation of national emergency (Notice of May 8, p. 334)
    Terrorist attacks in U.S., continuation of national emergency with 
respect to (Notice of Sept. 12, p. 349)
    Unlawful enemy combatants, nonprotection under Geneva Conventions Common 
Article 3 (EO 13440)
Thanksgiving Day (Proc. 8204)
Thomas Jefferson Day (Proc. 8124)
Trade
    Harmonized Tariff Schedule of U.S., rules of origin; modifications 
(Procs. 8111, 8114, 8157, 8180, 8213, 8214)
    Korea; free trade agreement with U.S., intention to enter into (Notice 
of Apr. 1, p. 329)
    Panama, free trade agreement with U.S., intention to enter into (Notice 
of Mar. 30, p. 329)
    Turkmenistan
Freedom of emigration in East-West trade, Presidential waiver authority 
(Presidential Determination No. 07-24, p. 342)
Normal trade relations with U.S., eligibility (EO 13437)
    World Trade Week (Proc. 8147)
Trade Representative, Office of U.S.; order of succession of officers, 
designation (Memorandum of Feb. 20, p. 323)
Transportation
    Aviation insurance coverage for commercial air carrier service in 
domestic and international operations (Memorandum of Dec. 27, p. 363)
    Lebanon, resumption of travel to for peace and security purposes 
(Presidential Determination No. 07-22, p. 337)
Turkmenistan
    East-West trade, freedom of emigration in; Presidential waiver authority 
(Presidential Determination No. 07-24, p. 342)
    Normal trade relations with U.S., eligibility (EO 13437)


U

United Kingdom; pseudoephedrine and ephedrine exports and imports, 
trafficking compliance under Foreign Assistance Act (Presidential 
Determination No. 07-14, p. 326)
United Nations Day (Proc. 8194)
USA Freedom Corps, fifth anniversary (Proc. 8102)


V

Venezuela; Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000, compliance 
requirements (Presidential Determination No. 08-4, p. 355)
Vessels, U.S.; national emergency relating to Cuba (Notice of Feb. 26, p. 
324)
Veterans Day (Proc. 8199)
Vietnam; admission of refugees to U.S., in-country refugee status under 
Amerasian immigrant admissions program (Presidential Determination No. 08-1, 
p. 353)
Virginia Tech tragedy, honoring victims (Proc. 8126)
Vision Week, Save Your (Proc. 8110)
Volunteer Week, National (Proc. 8125)


W

Washington, George; 275th anniversary of birth (Proc. 8106)
Weapons of mass destruction
    Combating proliferation, continuation of national emergency (Notice of 
Nov. 8, p. 360)
    Russia; blocking property of certain persons accumulating uranium, 
continuation of national emergency (Notice of June 19, p. 339)

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White Cane Safety Day (Proc. 8191)
Women; international justice and empowerment initiative, funding 
(Presidential Determination No. 07-25, p. 343)
Women's Equality Day (Proc. 8164)
Women's History Month (Proc. 8109)
World AIDS Day (Proc. 8207)
Wright Brothers Day (Proc. 8211)


Z

Zimbabwe, blocking property of persons undermining democratic processes or 
institutions (Notice of Feb. 28, p. 325)

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                            CFR FINDING AIDS


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Editorial note: A list of CFR titles, subtitles, chapters, subchapters, 
and parts, and an alphabetical list of agencies publishing in the CFR 
are included in the CFR Index and Finding Aids volume to the Code of 
Federal Regulations, which is published separately and revised annually 
as of January 1.

The two finding aids on the following pages, the ``Table of CFR Titles 
and Chapters'' and the ``Alphabetical List of Agencies Appearing in the 
CFR'' apply to all 50 titles of the Code of Federal Regulations. 
Reference aids specific to this volume appear in the section entitled 
``Title 3 Finding Aids,'' found on page 375.

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                    Table of CFR Titles and Chapters




                     (Revised as of January 1, 2008)

                      Title 1--General Provisions

         I  Administrative Committee of the Federal Register 
                (Parts 1--49)
        II  Office of the Federal Register (Parts 50--299)
        IV  Miscellaneous Agencies (Parts 400--500)

                    Title 2--Grants and Agreements

            Subtitle A--Office of Management and Budget Guidance 
                for Grants and Agreements
         I  Office of Management and Budget Governmentwide 
                Guidance for Grants and Agreements (Parts 100--
                199)
        II  Office of Management and Budget Circulars and Guidance 
                (200--299)
            Subtitle B--Federal Agency Regulations for Grants and 
                Agreements
       III  Department of Health and Human Services (Parts 300-- 
                399)
        VI  Department of State (Parts 600--699)
      VIII  Department of Veterans Affairs (Parts 800--899)
        IX  Department of Energy (Parts 900--999)
        XI  Department of Defense (Parts 1100--1199)
       XIV  Department of the Interior (Parts 1400--1499)
        XV  Environmental Protection Agency (Parts 1500--1599)
     XVIII  National Aeronautics and Space Administration (Parts 
                1880--1899)
      XXII  Corporation for National and Community Service (Parts 
                2200--2299)
      XXIV  Housing and Urban Development (Parts 2400--2499)
       XXV  National Science Foundation (Parts 2500--2599)
      XXVI  National Archives and Records Administration (Parts 
                2600--2699)
     XXVII  Small Business Administration (Parts 2700--2799)
    XXVIII  Department of Justice (Parts 2800--2899)
     XXXII  National Endowment for the Arts (Parts 3200--3299)
    XXXIII  National Endowment for the Humanities (Parts 3300--
                3399)
      XXXV  Export-Import Bank of the United States (Parts 3500--
                3599)
    XXXVII  Peace Corps (Parts 3700--3799)

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                        Title 3--The President

         I  Executive Office of the President (Parts 100--199)

                           Title 4--Accounts

         I  Government Accountability Office (Parts 1--99)

                   Title 5--Administrative Personnel

         I  Office of Personnel Management (Parts 1--1199)
        II  Merit Systems Protection Board (Parts 1200--1299)
       III  Office of Management and Budget (Parts 1300--1399)
         V  The International Organizations Employees Loyalty 
                Board (Parts 1500--1599)
        VI  Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board (Parts 
                1600--1699)
      VIII  Office of Special Counsel (Parts 1800--1899)
        IX  Appalachian Regional Commission (Parts 1900--1999)
        XI  Armed Forces Retirement Home (Parts 2100--2199)
       XIV  Federal Labor Relations Authority, General Counsel of 
                the Federal Labor Relations Authority and Federal 
                Service Impasses Panel (Parts 2400--2499)
        XV  Office of Administration, Executive Office of the 
                President (Parts 2500--2599)
       XVI  Office of Government Ethics (Parts 2600--2699)
       XXI  Department of the Treasury (Parts 3100--3199)
      XXII  Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (Parts 3200--
                3299)
     XXIII  Department of Energy (Parts 3300--3399)
      XXIV  Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (Parts 3400--
                3499)
       XXV  Department of the Interior (Parts 3500--3599)
      XXVI  Department of Defense (Parts 3600-- 3699)
    XXVIII  Department of Justice (Parts 3800--3899)
      XXIX  Federal Communications Commission (Parts 3900--3999)
       XXX  Farm Credit System Insurance Corporation (Parts 4000--
                4099)
      XXXI  Farm Credit Administration (Parts 4100--4199)
    XXXIII  Overseas Private Investment Corporation (Parts 4300--
                4399)
      XXXV  Office of Personnel Management (Parts 4500--4599)
        XL  Interstate Commerce Commission (Parts 5000--5099)
       XLI  Commodity Futures Trading Commission (Parts 5100--
                5199)
      XLII  Department of Labor (Parts 5200--5299)
     XLIII  National Science Foundation (Parts 5300--5399)
       XLV  Department of Health and Human Services (Parts 5500--
                5599)
      XLVI  Postal Rate Commission (Parts 5600--5699)
     XLVII  Federal Trade Commission (Parts 5700--5799)
    XLVIII  Nuclear Regulatory Commission (Parts 5800--5899)
         L  Department of Transportation (Parts 6000--6099)
       LII  Export-Import Bank of the United States (Parts 6200--
                6299)
      LIII  Department of Education (Parts 6300--6399)

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       LIV  Environmental Protection Agency (Parts 6400--6499)
        LV  National Endowment for the Arts (Parts 6500--6599)
       LVI  National Endowment for the Humanities (Parts 6600--
                6699)
      LVII  General Services Administration (Parts 6700--6799)
     LVIII  Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System 
                (Parts 6800--6899)
       LIX  National Aeronautics and Space Administration (Parts 
                6900--6999)
        LX  United States Postal Service (Parts 7000--7099)
       LXI  National Labor Relations Board (Parts 7100--7199)
      LXII  Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (Parts 7200--
                7299)
     LXIII  Inter-American Foundation (Parts 7300--7399)
      LXIV  Merit Systems Protection Board (Parts 7400--7499)
       LXV  Department of Housing and Urban Development (Parts 
                7500--7599)
      LXVI  National Archives and Records Administration (Parts 
                7600--7699)
     LXVII  Institute of Museum and Library Services (Parts 7700--
                7799)
      LXIX  Tennessee Valley Authority (Parts 7900--7999)
      LXXI  Consumer Product Safety Commission (Parts 8100--8199)
    LXXIII  Department of Agriculture (Parts 8300--8399)
     LXXIV  Federal Mine Safety and Health Review Commission 
                (Parts 8400--8499)
     LXXVI  Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board (Parts 
                8600--8699)
    LXXVII  Office of Management and Budget (Parts 8700--8799)
     XCVII  Department of Homeland Security Human Resources 
                Management System (Department of Homeland 
                Security--Office of Personnel Management) (Parts 
                9700--9799)
      XCIX  Department of Defense Human Resources Management and 
                Labor Relations Systems (Department of Defense--
                Office of Personnel Management) (Parts 9900--9999)

                      Title 6--Domestic Security

         I  Department of Homeland Security, Office of the 
                Secretary (Parts 0--99)
         X  Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board (Parts 
                1000--1099)

                         Title 7--Agriculture

            Subtitle A--Office of the Secretary of Agriculture 
                (Parts 0--26)
            Subtitle B--Regulations of the Department of 
                Agriculture
         I  Agricultural Marketing Service (Standards, 
                Inspections, Marketing Practices), Department of 
                Agriculture (Parts 27--209)
        II  Food and Nutrition Service, Department of Agriculture 
                (Parts 210--299)
       III  Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, Department 
                of Agriculture (Parts 300--399)

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        IV  Federal Crop Insurance Corporation, Department of 
                Agriculture (Parts 400--499)
         V  Agricultural Research Service, Department of 
                Agriculture (Parts 500--599)
        VI  Natural Resources Conservation Service, Department of 
                Agriculture (Parts 600--699)
       VII  Farm Service Agency, Department of Agriculture (Parts 
                700--799)
      VIII  Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards 
                Administration (Federal Grain Inspection Service), 
                Department of Agriculture (Parts 800--899)
        IX  Agricultural Marketing Service (Marketing Agreements 
                and Orders; Fruits, Vegetables, Nuts), Department 
                of Agriculture (Parts 900--999)
         X  Agricultural Marketing Service (Marketing Agreements 
                and Orders; Milk), Department of Agriculture 
                (Parts 1000--1199)
        XI  Agricultural Marketing Service (Marketing Agreements 
                and Orders; Miscellaneous Commodities), Department 
                of Agriculture (Parts 1200--1299)
       XIV  Commodity Credit Corporation, Department of 
                Agriculture (Parts 1400--1499)
        XV  Foreign Agricultural Service, Department of 
                Agriculture (Parts 1500--1599)
       XVI  Rural Telephone Bank, Department of Agriculture (Parts 
                1600--1699)
      XVII  Rural Utilities Service, Department of Agriculture 
                (Parts 1700--1799)
     XVIII  Rural Housing Service, Rural Business-Cooperative 
                Service, Rural Utilities Service, and Farm Service 
                Agency, Department of Agriculture (Parts 1800--
                2099)
        XX  Local Television Loan Guarantee Board (Parts 2200--
                2299)
      XXVI  Office of Inspector General, Department of Agriculture 
                (Parts 2600--2699)
     XXVII  Office of Information Resources Management, Department 
                of Agriculture (Parts 2700--2799)
    XXVIII  Office of Operations, Department of Agriculture (Parts 
                2800--2899)
      XXIX  Office of Energy Policy and New Uses, Department of 
                Agriculture (Parts 2900--2999)
       XXX  Office of the Chief Financial Officer, Department of 
                Agriculture (Parts 3000--3099)
      XXXI  Office of Environmental Quality, Department of 
                Agriculture (Parts 3100--3199)
     XXXII  Office of Procurement and Property Management, 
                Department of Agriculture (Parts 3200--3299)
    XXXIII  Office of Transportation, Department of Agriculture 
                (Parts 3300--3399)
     XXXIV  Cooperative State Research, Education, and Extension 
                Service, Department of Agriculture (Parts 3400--
                3499)
      XXXV  Rural Housing Service, Department of Agriculture 
                (Parts 3500--3599)

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     XXXVI  National Agricultural Statistics Service, Department 
                of Agriculture (Parts 3600--3699)
    XXXVII  Economic Research Service, Department of Agriculture 
                (Parts 3700--3799)
   XXXVIII  World Agricultural Outlook Board, Department of 
                Agriculture (Parts 3800--3899)
       XLI  [Reserved]
      XLII  Rural Business-Cooperative Service and Rural Utilities 
                Service, Department of Agriculture (Parts 4200--
                4299)

                    Title 8--Aliens and Nationality

         I  Department of Homeland Security (Immigration and 
                Naturalization) (Parts 1--499)
         V  Executive Office for Immigration Review, Department of 
                Justice (Parts 1000--1399)

                 Title 9--Animals and Animal Products

         I  Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, Department 
                of Agriculture (Parts 1--199)
        II  Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards 
                Administration (Packers and Stockyards Programs), 
                Department of Agriculture (Parts 200--299)
       III  Food Safety and Inspection Service, Department of 
                Agriculture (Parts 300--599)

                           Title 10--Energy

         I  Nuclear Regulatory Commission (Parts 0--199)
        II  Department of Energy (Parts 200--699)
       III  Department of Energy (Parts 700--999)
         X  Department of Energy (General Provisions) (Parts 
                1000--1099)
      XIII  Nuclear Waste Technical Review Board (Parts 1303--
                1399)
      XVII  Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board (Parts 1700--
                1799)
     XVIII  Northeast Interstate Low-Level Radioactive Waste 
                Commission (Parts 1800--1899)

                      Title 11--Federal Elections

         I  Federal Election Commission (Parts 1--9099)

                      Title 12--Banks and Banking

         I  Comptroller of the Currency, Department of the 
                Treasury (Parts 1--199)
        II  Federal Reserve System (Parts 200--299)
       III  Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (Parts 300--399)
        IV  Export-Import Bank of the United States (Parts 400--
                499)

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         V  Office of Thrift Supervision, Department of the 
                Treasury (Parts 500--599)
        VI  Farm Credit Administration (Parts 600--699)
       VII  National Credit Union Administration (Parts 700--799)
      VIII  Federal Financing Bank (Parts 800--899)
        IX  Federal Housing Finance Board (Parts 900--999)
        XI  Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council 
                (Parts 1100--1199)
       XIV  Farm Credit System Insurance Corporation (Parts 1400--
                1499)
        XV  Department of the Treasury (Parts 1500--1599)
      XVII  Office of Federal Housing Enterprise Oversight, 
                Department of Housing and Urban Development (Parts 
                1700--1799)
     XVIII  Community Development Financial Institutions Fund, 
                Department of the Treasury (Parts 1800--1899)

               Title 13--Business Credit and Assistance

         I  Small Business Administration (Parts 1--199)
       III  Economic Development Administration, Department of 
                Commerce (Parts 300--399)
        IV  Emergency Steel Guarantee Loan Board, Department of 
                Commerce (Parts 400--499)
         V  Emergency Oil and Gas Guaranteed Loan Board, 
                Department of Commerce (Parts 500--599)

                    Title 14--Aeronautics and Space

         I  Federal Aviation Administration, Department of 
                Transportation (Parts 1--199)
        II  Office of the Secretary, Department of Transportation 
                (Aviation Proceedings) (Parts 200--399)
       III  Commercial Space Transportation, Federal Aviation 
                Administration, Department of Transportation 
                (Parts 400--499)
         V  National Aeronautics and Space Administration (Parts 
                1200--1299)
        VI  Air Transportation System Stabilization (Parts 1300--
                1399)

                 Title 15--Commerce and Foreign Trade

            Subtitle A--Office of the Secretary of Commerce (Parts 
                0--29)
            Subtitle B--Regulations Relating to Commerce and 
                Foreign Trade
         I  Bureau of the Census, Department of Commerce (Parts 
                30--199)
        II  National Institute of Standards and Technology, 
                Department of Commerce (Parts 200--299)
       III  International Trade Administration, Department of 
                Commerce (Parts 300--399)

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        IV  Foreign-Trade Zones Board, Department of Commerce 
                (Parts 400--499)
       VII  Bureau of Industry and Security, Department of 
                Commerce (Parts 700--799)
      VIII  Bureau of Economic Analysis, Department of Commerce 
                (Parts 800--899)
        IX  National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, 
                Department of Commerce (Parts 900--999)
        XI  Technology Administration, Department of Commerce 
                (Parts 1100--1199)
      XIII  East-West Foreign Trade Board (Parts 1300--1399)
       XIV  Minority Business Development Agency (Parts 1400--
                1499)
            Subtitle C--Regulations Relating to Foreign Trade 
                Agreements
        XX  Office of the United States Trade Representative 
                (Parts 2000--2099)
            Subtitle D--Regulations Relating to Telecommunications 
                and Information
     XXIII  National Telecommunications and Information 
                Administration, Department of Commerce (Parts 
                2300--2399)

                    Title 16--Commercial Practices

         I  Federal Trade Commission (Parts 0--999)
        II  Consumer Product Safety Commission (Parts 1000--1799)

             Title 17--Commodity and Securities Exchanges

         I  Commodity Futures Trading Commission (Parts 1--199)
        II  Securities and Exchange Commission (Parts 200--399)
        IV  Department of the Treasury (Parts 400--499)

          Title 18--Conservation of Power and Water Resources

         I  Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Department of 
                Energy (Parts 1--399)
       III  Delaware River Basin Commission (Parts 400--499)
        VI  Water Resources Council (Parts 700--799)
      VIII  Susquehanna River Basin Commission (Parts 800--899)
      XIII  Tennessee Valley Authority (Parts 1300--1399)

                       Title 19--Customs Duties

         I  Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Department of 
                Homeland Security; Department of the Treasury 
                (Parts 0--199)
        II  United States International Trade Commission (Parts 
                200--299)
       III  International Trade Administration, Department of 
                Commerce (Parts 300--399)

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        IV  Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, 
                Department of Homeland Security (Parts 400--599)

                     Title 20--Employees' Benefits

         I  Office of Workers' Compensation Programs, Department 
                of Labor (Parts 1--199)
        II  Railroad Retirement Board (Parts 200--399)
       III  Social Security Administration (Parts 400--499)
        IV  Employees Compensation Appeals Board, Department of 
                Labor (Parts 500--599)
         V  Employment and Training Administration, Department of 
                Labor (Parts 600--699)
        VI  Employment Standards Administration, Department of 
                Labor (Parts 700--799)
       VII  Benefits Review Board, Department of Labor (Parts 
                800--899)
      VIII  Joint Board for the Enrollment of Actuaries (Parts 
                900--999)
        IX  Office of the Assistant Secretary for Veterans' 
                Employment and Training Service, Department of 
                Labor (Parts 1000--1099)

                       Title 21--Food and Drugs

         I  Food and Drug Administration, Department of Health and 
                Human Services (Parts 1--1299)
        II  Drug Enforcement Administration, Department of Justice 
                (Parts 1300--1399)
       III  Office of National Drug Control Policy (Parts 1400--
                1499)

                      Title 22--Foreign Relations

         I  Department of State (Parts 1--199)
        II  Agency for International Development (Parts 200--299)
       III  Peace Corps (Parts 300--399)
        IV  International Joint Commission, United States and 
                Canada (Parts 400--499)
         V  Broadcasting Board of Governors (Parts 500--599)
       VII  Overseas Private Investment Corporation (Parts 700--
                799)
        IX  Foreign Service Grievance Board (Parts 900--999)
         X  Inter-American Foundation (Parts 1000--1099)
        XI  International Boundary and Water Commission, United 
                States and Mexico, United States Section (Parts 
                1100--1199)
       XII  United States International Development Cooperation 
                Agency (Parts 1200--1299)
      XIII  Millenium Challenge Corporation (Parts 1300--1399)
       XIV  Foreign Service Labor Relations Board; Federal Labor 
                Relations Authority; General Counsel of the 
                Federal Labor Relations Authority; and the Foreign 
                Service Impasse Disputes Panel (Parts 1400--1499)

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        XV  African Development Foundation (Parts 1500--1599)
       XVI  Japan-United States Friendship Commission (Parts 
                1600--1699)
      XVII  United States Institute of Peace (Parts 1700--1799)

                          Title 23--Highways

         I  Federal Highway Administration, Department of 
                Transportation (Parts 1--999)
        II  National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and 
                Federal Highway Administration, Department of 
                Transportation (Parts 1200--1299)
       III  National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 
                Department of Transportation (Parts 1300--1399)

                Title 24--Housing and Urban Development

            Subtitle A--Office of the Secretary, Department of 
                Housing and Urban Development (Parts 0--99)
            Subtitle B--Regulations Relating to Housing and Urban 
                Development
         I  Office of Assistant Secretary for Equal Opportunity, 
                Department of Housing and Urban Development (Parts 
                100--199)
        II  Office of Assistant Secretary for Housing-Federal 
                Housing Commissioner, Department of Housing and 
                Urban Development (Parts 200--299)
       III  Government National Mortgage Association, Department 
                of Housing and Urban Development (Parts 300--399)
        IV  Office of Housing and Office of Multifamily Housing 
                Assistance Restructuring, Department of Housing 
                and Urban Development (Parts 400--499)
         V  Office of Assistant Secretary for Community Planning 
                and Development, Department of Housing and Urban 
                Development (Parts 500--599)
        VI  Office of Assistant Secretary for Community Planning 
                and Development, Department of Housing and Urban 
                Development (Parts 600--699) [Reserved]
       VII  Office of the Secretary, Department of Housing and 
                Urban Development (Housing Assistance Programs and 
                Public and Indian Housing Programs) (Parts 700--
                799)
      VIII  Office of the Assistant Secretary for Housing--Federal 
                Housing Commissioner, Department of Housing and 
                Urban Development (Section 8 Housing Assistance 
                Programs, Section 202 Direct Loan Program, Section 
                202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program and 
                Section 811 Supportive Housing for Persons With 
                Disabilities Program) (Parts 800--899)
        IX  Office of Assistant Secretary for Public and Indian 
                Housing, Department of Housing and Urban 
                Development (Parts 900--1699)
         X  Office of Assistant Secretary for Housing--Federal 
                Housing Commissioner, Department of Housing and 
                Urban Development (Interstate Land Sales 
                Registration Program) (Parts 1700--1799)

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       XII  Office of Inspector General, Department of Housing and 
                Urban Development (Parts 2000--2099)
        XX  Office of Assistant Secretary for Housing--Federal 
                Housing Commissioner, Department of Housing and 
                Urban Development (Parts 3200--3899)
       XXV  Neighborhood Reinvestment Corporation (Parts 4100--
                4199)

                           Title 25--Indians

         I  Bureau of Indian Affairs, Department of the Interior 
                (Parts 1--299)
        II  Indian Arts and Crafts Board, Department of the 
                Interior (Parts 300--399)
       III  National Indian Gaming Commission, Department of the 
                Interior (Parts 500--599)
        IV  Office of Navajo and Hopi Indian Relocation (Parts 
                700--799)
         V  Bureau of Indian Affairs, Department of the Interior, 
                and Indian Health Service, Department of Health 
                and Human Services (Part 900)
        VI  Office of the Assistant Secretary-Indian Affairs, 
                Department of the Interior (Parts 1000--1199)
       VII  Office of the Special Trustee for American Indians, 
                Department of the Interior (Parts 1200--1299)

                      Title 26--Internal Revenue

         I  Internal Revenue Service, Department of the Treasury 
                (Parts 1--899)

           Title 27--Alcohol, Tobacco Products and Firearms

         I  Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau, Department 
                of the Treasury (Parts 1--399)
        II  Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, 
                Department of Justice (Parts 400--699)

                   Title 28--Judicial Administration

         I  Department of Justice (Parts 0--299)
       III  Federal Prison Industries, Inc., Department of Justice 
                (Parts 300--399)
         V  Bureau of Prisons, Department of Justice (Parts 500--
                599)
        VI  Offices of Independent Counsel, Department of Justice 
                (Parts 600--699)
       VII  Office of Independent Counsel (Parts 700--799)
      VIII  Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency for the 
                District of Columbia (Parts 800--899)
        IX  National Crime Prevention and Privacy Compact Council 
                (Parts 900--999)

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        XI  Department of Justice and Department of State (Parts 
                1100--1199)

                            Title 29--Labor

            Subtitle A--Office of the Secretary of Labor (Parts 
                0--99)
            Subtitle B--Regulations Relating to Labor
         I  National Labor Relations Board (Parts 100--199)
        II  Office of Labor-Management Standards, Department of 
                Labor (Parts 200--299)
       III  National Railroad Adjustment Board (Parts 300--399)
        IV  Office of Labor-Management Standards, Department of 
                Labor (Parts 400--499)
         V  Wage and Hour Division, Department of Labor (Parts 
                500--899)
        IX  Construction Industry Collective Bargaining Commission 
                (Parts 900--999)
         X  National Mediation Board (Parts 1200--1299)
       XII  Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service (Parts 
                1400--1499)
       XIV  Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (Parts 1600--
                1699)
      XVII  Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 
                Department of Labor (Parts 1900--1999)
        XX  Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission 
                (Parts 2200--2499)
       XXV  Employee Benefits Security Administration, Department 
                of Labor (Parts 2500--2599)
     XXVII  Federal Mine Safety and Health Review Commission 
                (Parts 2700--2799)
        XL  Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (Parts 4000--
                4999)

                      Title 30--Mineral Resources

         I  Mine Safety and Health Administration, Department of 
                Labor (Parts 1--199)
        II  Minerals Management Service, Department of the 
                Interior (Parts 200--299)
       III  Board of Surface Mining and Reclamation Appeals, 
                Department of the Interior (Parts 300--399)
        IV  Geological Survey, Department of the Interior (Parts 
                400--499)
       VII  Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement, 
                Department of the Interior (Parts 700--999)

                 Title 31--Money and Finance: Treasury

            Subtitle A--Office of the Secretary of the Treasury 
                (Parts 0--50)
            Subtitle B--Regulations Relating to Money and Finance
         I  Monetary Offices, Department of the Treasury (Parts 
                51--199)
        II  Fiscal Service, Department of the Treasury (Parts 
                200--399)

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        IV  Secret Service, Department of the Treasury (Parts 
                400--499)
         V  Office of Foreign Assets Control, Department of the 
                Treasury (Parts 500--599)
        VI  Bureau of Engraving and Printing, Department of the 
                Treasury (Parts 600--699)
       VII  Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, Department of 
                the Treasury (Parts 700--799)
      VIII  Office of International Investment, Department of the 
                Treasury (Parts 800--899)
        IX  Federal Claims Collection Standards (Department of the 
                Treasury--Department of Justice) (Parts 900--999)

                      Title 32--National Defense

            Subtitle A--Department of Defense
         I  Office of the Secretary of Defense (Parts 1--399)
         V  Department of the Army (Parts 400--699)
        VI  Department of the Navy (Parts 700--799)
       VII  Department of the Air Force (Parts 800--1099)
            Subtitle B--Other Regulations Relating to National 
                Defense
       XII  Defense Logistics Agency (Parts 1200--1299)
       XVI  Selective Service System (Parts 1600--1699)
      XVII  Office of the Director of National Intelligence (Parts 
                1700--1799)
     XVIII  National Counterintelligence Center (Parts 1800--1899)
       XIX  Central Intelligence Agency (Parts 1900--1999)
        XX  Information Security Oversight Office, National 
                Archives and Records Administration (Parts 2000--
                2099)
       XXI  National Security Council (Parts 2100--2199)
      XXIV  Office of Science and Technology Policy (Parts 2400--
                2499)
     XXVII  Office for Micronesian Status Negotiations (Parts 
                2700--2799)
    XXVIII  Office of the Vice President of the United States 
                (Parts 2800--2899)

               Title 33--Navigation and Navigable Waters

         I  Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security (Parts 
                1--199)
        II  Corps of Engineers, Department of the Army (Parts 
                200--399)
        IV  Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation, 
                Department of Transportation (Parts 400--499)

                          Title 34--Education

            Subtitle A--Office of the Secretary, Department of 
                Education (Parts 1--99)
            Subtitle B--Regulations of the Offices of the 
                Department of Education
         I  Office for Civil Rights, Department of Education 
                (Parts 100--199)

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        II  Office of Elementary and Secondary Education, 
                Department of Education (Parts 200--299)
       III  Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative 
                Services, Department of Education (Parts 300--399)
        IV  Office of Vocational and Adult Education, Department 
                of Education (Parts 400--499)
         V  Office of Bilingual Education and Minority Languages 
                Affairs, Department of Education (Parts 500--599)
        VI  Office of Postsecondary Education, Department of 
                Education (Parts 600--699)
        XI  National Institute for Literacy (Parts 1100--1199)
            Subtitle C--Regulations Relating to Education
       XII  National Council on Disability (Parts 1200--1299)

                          Title 35 [Reserved]

             Title 36--Parks, Forests, and Public Property

         I  National Park Service, Department of the Interior 
                (Parts 1--199)
        II  Forest Service, Department of Agriculture (Parts 200--
                299)
       III  Corps of Engineers, Department of the Army (Parts 
                300--399)
        IV  American Battle Monuments Commission (Parts 400--499)
         V  Smithsonian Institution (Parts 500--599)
       VII  Library of Congress (Parts 700--799)
      VIII  Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (Parts 800--
                899)
        IX  Pennsylvania Avenue Development Corporation (Parts 
                900--999)
         X  Presidio Trust (Parts 1000--1099)
        XI  Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance 
                Board (Parts 1100--1199)
       XII  National Archives and Records Administration (Parts 
                1200--1299)
        XV  Oklahoma City National Memorial Trust (Parts 1500--
                1599)
       XVI  Morris K. Udall Scholarship and Excellence in National 
                Environmental Policy Foundation (Parts 1600--1699)

             Title 37--Patents, Trademarks, and Copyrights

         I  United States Patent and Trademark Office, Department 
                of Commerce (Parts 1--199)
        II  Copyright Office, Library of Congress (Parts 200--299)
       III  Copyright Royalty Board, Library of Congress (Parts 
                301--399)
        IV  Assistant Secretary for Technology Policy, Department 
                of Commerce (Parts 400--499)
         V  Under Secretary for Technology, Department of Commerce 
                (Parts 500--599)

           Title 38--Pensions, Bonuses, and Veterans' Relief

         I  Department of Veterans Affairs (Parts 0--99)

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                       Title 39--Postal Service

         I  United States Postal Service (Parts 1--999)
       III  Postal Regulatory Commission (Parts 3000--3099)

                  Title 40--Protection of Environment

         I  Environmental Protection Agency (Parts 1--1099)
        IV  Environmental Protection Agency and Department of 
                Justice (Parts 1400--1499)
         V  Council on Environmental Quality (Parts 1500--1599)
        VI  Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (Parts 
                1600--1699)
       VII  Environmental Protection Agency and Department of 
                Defense; Uniform National Discharge Standards for 
                Vessels of the Armed Forces (Parts 1700--1799)

          Title 41--Public Contracts and Property Management

            Subtitle B--Other Provisions Relating to Public 
                Contracts
        50  Public Contracts, Department of Labor (Parts 50-1--50-
                999)
        51  Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or 
                Severely Disabled (Parts 51-1--51-99)
        60  Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs, Equal 
                Employment Opportunity, Department of Labor (Parts 
                60-1--60-999)
        61  Office of the Assistant Secretary for Veterans' 
                Employment and Training Service, Department of 
                Labor (Parts 61-1--61-999)
            Subtitle C--Federal Property Management Regulations 
                System
       101  Federal Property Management Regulations (Parts 101-1--
                101-99)
       102  Federal Management Regulation (Parts 102-1--102-299)
       105  General Services Administration (Parts 105-1--105-999)
       109  Department of Energy Property Management Regulations 
                (Parts 109-1--109-99)
       114  Department of the Interior (Parts 114-1--114-99)
       115  Environmental Protection Agency (Parts 115-1--115-99)
       128  Department of Justice (Parts 128-1--128-99)
            Subtitle D--Other Provisions Relating to Property 
                Management [Reserved]
            Subtitle E--Federal Information Resources Management 
                Regulations System
            Subtitle F--Federal Travel Regulation System
       300  General (Parts 300-1--300-99)
       301  Temporary Duty (TDY) Travel Allowances (Parts 301-1--
                301-99)
       302  Relocation Allowances (Parts 302-1--302-99)
       303  Payment of Expenses Connected with the Death of 
                Certain Employees (Part 303-1--303-99)
       304  Payment of Travel Expenses from a Non-Federal Source 
                (Parts 304-1--304-99)

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                        Title 42--Public Health

         I  Public Health Service, Department of Health and Human 
                Services (Parts 1--199)
        IV  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Department 
                of Health and Human Services (Parts 400--499)
         V  Office of Inspector General-Health Care, Department of 
                Health and Human Services (Parts 1000--1999)

                   Title 43--Public Lands: Interior

            Subtitle A--Office of the Secretary of the Interior 
                (Parts 1--199)
            Subtitle B--Regulations Relating to Public Lands
         I  Bureau of Reclamation, Department of the Interior 
                (Parts 200--499)
        II  Bureau of Land Management, Department of the Interior 
                (Parts 1000--9999)
       III  Utah Reclamation Mitigation and Conservation 
                Commission (Parts 10000--10010)

             Title 44--Emergency Management and Assistance

         I  Federal Emergency Management Agency, Department of 
                Homeland Security (Parts 0--399)
        IV  Department of Commerce and Department of 
                Transportation (Parts 400--499)

                       Title 45--Public Welfare

            Subtitle A--Department of Health and Human Services 
                (Parts 1--199)
            Subtitle B--Regulations Relating to Public Welfare
        II  Office of Family Assistance (Assistance Programs), 
                Administration for Children and Families, 
                Department of Health and Human Services (Parts 
                200--299)
       III  Office of Child Support Enforcement (Child Support 
                Enforcement Program), Administration for Children 
                and Families, Department of Health and Human 
                Services (Parts 300--399)
        IV  Office of Refugee Resettlement, Administration for 
                Children and Families, Department of Health and 
                Human Services (Parts 400--499)
         V  Foreign Claims Settlement Commission of the United 
                States, Department of Justice (Parts 500--599)
        VI  National Science Foundation (Parts 600--699)
       VII  Commission on Civil Rights (Parts 700--799)
      VIII  Office of Personnel Management (Parts 800--899)
         X  Office of Community Services, Administration for 
                Children and Families, Department of Health and 
                Human Services (Parts 1000--1099)
        XI  National Foundation on the Arts and the Humanities 
                (Parts 1100--1199)

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       XII  Corporation for National and Community Service (Parts 
                1200--1299)
      XIII  Office of Human Development Services, Department of 
                Health and Human Services (Parts 1300--1399)
       XVI  Legal Services Corporation (Parts 1600--1699)
      XVII  National Commission on Libraries and Information 
                Science (Parts 1700--1799)
     XVIII  Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation (Parts 1800--
                1899)
       XXI  Commission on Fine Arts (Parts 2100--2199)
     XXIII  Arctic Research Commission (Part 2301)
      XXIV  James Madison Memorial Fellowship Foundation (Parts 
                2400--2499)
       XXV  Corporation for National and Community Service (Parts 
                2500--2599)

                          Title 46--Shipping

         I  Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security (Parts 
                1--199)
        II  Maritime Administration, Department of Transportation 
                (Parts 200--399)
       III  Coast Guard (Great Lakes Pilotage), Department of 
                Homeland Security (Parts 400--499)
        IV  Federal Maritime Commission (Parts 500--599)

                      Title 47--Telecommunication

         I  Federal Communications Commission (Parts 0--199)
        II  Office of Science and Technology Policy and National 
                Security Council (Parts 200--299)
       III  National Telecommunications and Information 
                Administration, Department of Commerce (Parts 
                300--399)

           Title 48--Federal Acquisition Regulations System

         1  Federal Acquisition Regulation (Parts 1--99)
         2  Defense Acquisition Regulations System, Department of 
                Defense (Parts 200--299)
         3  Department of Health and Human Services (Parts 300--
                399)
         4  Department of Agriculture (Parts 400--499)
         5  General Services Administration (Parts 500--599)
         6  Department of State (Parts 600--699)
         7  Agency for International Development (Parts 700--799)
         8  Department of Veterans Affairs (Parts 800--899)
         9  Department of Energy (Parts 900--999)
        10  Department of the Treasury (Parts 1000--1099)
        12  Department of Transportation (Parts 1200--1299)
        13  Department of Commerce (Parts 1300--1399)
        14  Department of the Interior (Parts 1400--1499)

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        15  Environmental Protection Agency (Parts 1500--1599)
        16  Office of Personnel Management, Federal Employees 
                Health Benefits Acquisition Regulation (Parts 
                1600--1699)
        17  Office of Personnel Management (Parts 1700--1799)
        18  National Aeronautics and Space Administration (Parts 
                1800--1899)
        19  Broadcasting Board of Governors (Parts 1900--1999)
        20  Nuclear Regulatory Commission (Parts 2000--2099)
        21  Office of Personnel Management, Federal Employees 
                Group Life Insurance Federal Acquisition 
                Regulation (Parts 2100--2199)
        23  Social Security Administration (Parts 2300--2399)
        24  Department of Housing and Urban Development (Parts 
                2400--2499)
        25  National Science Foundation (Parts 2500--2599)
        28  Department of Justice (Parts 2800--2899)
        29  Department of Labor (Parts 2900--2999)
        30  Department of Homeland Security, Homeland Security 
                Acquisition Regulation (HSAR) (Parts 3000--3099)
        34  Department of Education Acquisition Regulation (Parts 
                3400--3499)
        51  Department of the Army Acquisition Regulations (Parts 
                5100--5199)
        52  Department of the Navy Acquisition Regulations (Parts 
                5200--5299)
        53  Department of the Air Force Federal Acquisition 
                Regulation Supplement [RESERVED]
        54  Defense Logistics Agency, Department of Defense (Parts 
                5400--5499)
        57  African Development Foundation (Parts 5700--5799)
        61  General Services Administration Board of Contract 
                Appeals (Parts 6100--6199)
        63  Department of Transportation Board of Contract Appeals 
                (Parts 6300--6399)
        99  Cost Accounting Standards Board, Office of Federal 
                Procurement Policy, Office of Management and 
                Budget (Parts 9900--9999)

                       Title 49--Transportation

            Subtitle A--Office of the Secretary of Transportation 
                (Parts 1--99)
            Subtitle B--Other Regulations Relating to 
                Transportation
         I  Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety 
                Administration, Department of Transportation 
                (Parts 100--199)
        II  Federal Railroad Administration, Department of 
                Transportation (Parts 200--299)
       III  Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, 
                Department of Transportation (Parts 300--399)
        IV  Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security (Parts 
                400--499)

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         V  National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 
                Department of Transportation (Parts 500--599)
        VI  Federal Transit Administration, Department of 
                Transportation (Parts 600--699)
       VII  National Railroad Passenger Corporation (AMTRAK) 
                (Parts 700--799)
      VIII  National Transportation Safety Board (Parts 800--999)
         X  Surface Transportation Board, Department of 
                Transportation (Parts 1000--1399)
        XI  Research and Innovative Technology Administration, 
                Department of Transportation [RESERVED]
       XII  Transportation Security Administration, Department of 
                Homeland Security (Parts 1500--1699)

                   Title 50--Wildlife and Fisheries

         I  United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Department of 
                the Interior (Parts 1--199)
        II  National Marine Fisheries Service, National Oceanic 
                and Atmospheric Administration, Department of 
                Commerce (Parts 200--299)
       III  International Fishing and Related Activities (Parts 
                300--399)
        IV  Joint Regulations (United States Fish and Wildlife 
                Service, Department of the Interior and National 
                Marine Fisheries Service, National Oceanic and 
                Atmospheric Administration, Department of 
                Commerce); Endangered Species Committee 
                Regulations (Parts 400--499)
         V  Marine Mammal Commission (Parts 500--599)
        VI  Fishery Conservation and Management, National Oceanic 
                and Atmospheric Administration, Department of 
                Commerce (Parts 600--699)

                      CFR Index and Finding Aids

            Subject/Agency Index
            List of Agency Prepared Indexes
            Parallel Tables of Statutory Authorities and Rules
            List of CFR Titles, Chapters, Subchapters, and Parts
            Alphabetical List of Agencies Appearing in the CFR

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           Alphabetical List of Agencies Appearing in the CFR




                     (Revised as of January 1, 2008)

                                                  CFR Title, Subtitle or 
                     Agency                               Chapter

Administrative Committee of the Federal Register  1, I
Advanced Research Projects Agency                 32, I
Advisory Council on Historic Preservation         36, VIII
African Development Foundation                    22, XV
  Federal Acquisition Regulation                  48, 57
Agency for International Development              22, II
  Federal Acquisition Regulation                  48, 7
Agricultural Marketing Service                    7, I, IX, X, XI
Agricultural Research Service                     7, V
Agriculture Department                            5, LXXIII
  Agricultural Marketing Service                  7, I, IX, X, XI
  Agricultural Research Service                   7, V
  Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service      7, III; 9, I
  Chief Financial Officer, Office of              7, XXX
  Commodity Credit Corporation                    7, XIV
  Cooperative State Research, Education, and      7, XXXIV
       Extension Service
  Economic Research Service                       7, XXXVII
  Energy, Office of                               2, IX; 7, XXIX
  Environmental Quality, Office of                7, XXXI
  Farm Service Agency                             7, VII, XVIII
  Federal Acquisition Regulation                  48, 4
  Federal Crop Insurance Corporation              7, IV
  Food and Nutrition Service                      7, II
  Food Safety and Inspection Service              9, III
  Foreign Agricultural Service                    7, XV
  Forest Service                                  36, II
  Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards        7, VIII; 9, II
       Administration
  Information Resources Management, Office of     7, XXVII
  Inspector General, Office of                    7, XXVI
  National Agricultural Library                   7, XLI
  National Agricultural Statistics Service        7, XXXVI
  Natural Resources Conservation Service          7, VI
  Operations, Office of                           7, XXVIII
  Procurement and Property Management, Office of  7, XXXII
  Rural Business-Cooperative Service              7, XVIII, XLII
  Rural Development Administration                7, XLII
  Rural Housing Service                           7, XVIII, XXXV
  Rural Telephone Bank                            7, XVI
  Rural Utilities Service                         7, XVII, XVIII, XLII
  Secretary of Agriculture, Office of             7, Subtitle A
  Transportation, Office of                       7, XXXIII
  World Agricultural Outlook Board                7, XXXVIII
Air Force Department                              32, VII
  Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement       48, 53
Air Transportation Stabilization Board            14, VI
Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau          27, I
Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives,       27, II
     Bureau of
AMTRAK                                            49, VII
American Battle Monuments Commission              36, IV
American Indians, Office of the Special Trustee   25, VII
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service        7, III; 9, I
Appalachian Regional Commission                   5, IX

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Architectural and Transportation Barriers         36, XI
     Compliance Board
Arctic Research Commission                        45, XXIII
Armed Forces Retirement Home                      5, XI
Army Department                                   32, V
  Engineers, Corps of                             33, II; 36, III
  Federal Acquisition Regulation                  48, 51
Benefits Review Board                             20, VII
Bilingual Education and Minority Languages        34, V
     Affairs, Office of
Blind or Severely Disabled, Committee for         41, 51
     Purchase From People Who Are
Broadcasting Board of Governors                   22, V
  Federal Acquisition Regulation                  48, 19
Census Bureau                                     15, I
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services          42, IV
Central Intelligence Agency                       32, XIX
Chief Financial Officer, Office of                7, XXX
Child Support Enforcement, Office of              45, III
Children and Families, Administration for         45, II, III, IV, X
Civil Rights, Commission on                       45, VII
Civil Rights, Office for                          34, I
Coast Guard                                       33, I; 46, I; 49, IV
Coast Guard (Great Lakes Pilotage)                46, III
Commerce Department                               44, IV
  Census Bureau                                   15, I
  Economic Affairs, Under Secretary               37, V
  Economic Analysis, Bureau of                    15, VIII
  Economic Development Administration             13, III
  Emergency Management and Assistance             44, IV
  Federal Acquisition Regulation                  48, 13
  Fishery Conservation and Management             50, VI
  Foreign-Trade Zones Board                       15, IV
  Industry and Security, Bureau of                15, VII
  International Trade Administration              15, III; 19, III
  National Institute of Standards and Technology  15, II
  National Marine Fisheries Service               50, II, IV, VI
  National Oceanic and Atmospheric                15, IX; 50, II, III, IV, 
       Administration                             VI
  National Telecommunications and Information     15, XXIII; 47, III
       Administration
  National Weather Service                        15, IX
  Patent and Trademark Office, United States      37, I
  Productivity, Technology and Innovation,        37, IV
       Assistant Secretary for
  Secretary of Commerce, Office of                15, Subtitle A
  Technology, Under Secretary for                 37, V
  Technology Administration                       15, XI
  Technology Policy, Assistant Secretary for      37, IV
Commercial Space Transportation                   14, III
Commodity Credit Corporation                      7, XIV
Commodity Futures Trading Commission              5, XLI; 17, I
Community Planning and Development, Office of     24, V, VI
     Assistant Secretary for
Community Services, Office of                     45, X
Comptroller of the Currency                       12, I
Construction Industry Collective Bargaining       29, IX
     Commission
Consumer Product Safety Commission                5, LXXI; 16, II
Cooperative State Research, Education, and        7, XXXIV
     Extension Service
Copyright Office                                  37, II
Copyright Royalty Board                           37, III
Corporation for National and Community Service    2, XXII; 45, XII, XXV
Cost Accounting Standards Board                   48, 99
Council on Environmental Quality                  40, V
Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency    28, VIII
     for the District of Columbia
Customs and Border Protection Bureau              19, I
Defense Contract Audit Agency                     32, I
Defense Department                                5, XXVI; 32, Subtitle A; 
                                                  40, VII

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  Advanced Research Projects Agency               32, I
  Air Force Department                            32, VII
  Army Department                                 32, V; 33, II; 36, III, 
                                                  48, 51
  Defense Acquisition Regulations System          48, II
  Defense Intelligence Agency                     32, I
  Defense Logistics Agency                        32, I, XII; 48, 54
  Engineers, Corps of                             33, II; 36, III
  National Imagery and Mapping Agency             32, I
  Navy Department                                 32, VI; 48, 52
  Secretary of Defense, Office of                 2, XI; 32, I
Defense Contract Audit Agency                     32, I
Defense Intelligence Agency                       32, I
Defense Logistics Agency                          32, XII; 48, 54
Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board           10, XVII
Delaware River Basin Commission                   18, III
District of Columbia, Court Services and          28, VIII
     Offender Supervision Agency for the
Drug Enforcement Administration                   21, II
East-West Foreign Trade Board                     15, XIII
Economic Affairs, Under Secretary                 37, V
Economic Analysis, Bureau of                      15, VIII
Economic Development Administration               13, III
Economic Research Service                         7, XXXVII
Education, Department of                          5, LIII
  Bilingual Education and Minority Languages      34, V
       Affairs, Office of
  Civil Rights, Office for                        34, I
  Educational Research and Improvement, Office    34, VII
       of
  Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of   34, II
  Federal Acquisition Regulation                  48, 34
  Postsecondary Education, Office of              34, VI
  Secretary of Education, Office of               34, Subtitle A
  Special Education and Rehabilitative Services,  34, III
       Office of
  Vocational and Adult Education, Office of       34, IV
Educational Research and Improvement, Office of   34, VII
Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of     34, II
Emergency Oil and Gas Guaranteed Loan Board       13, V
Emergency Steel Guarantee Loan Board              13, IV
Employee Benefits Security Administration         29, XXV
Employees' Compensation Appeals Board             20, IV
Employees Loyalty Board                           5, V
Employment and Training Administration            20, V
Employment Standards Administration               20, VI
Endangered Species Committee                      50, IV
Energy, Department of                             5, XXIII; 10, II, III, X
  Federal Acquisition Regulation                  48, 9
  Federal Energy Regulatory Commission            5, XXIV; 18, I
  Property Management Regulations                 41, 109
Energy, Office of                                 7, XXIX
Engineers, Corps of                               33, II; 36, III
Engraving and Printing, Bureau of                 31, VI
Environmental Protection Agency                   2, XV; 5, LIV; 40, I, IV, 
                                                  VII
  Federal Acquisition Regulation                  48, 15
  Property Management Regulations                 41, 115
Environmental Quality, Office of                  7, XXXI
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission           5, LXII; 29, XIV
Equal Opportunity, Office of Assistant Secretary  24, I
     for
Executive Office of the President                 3, I
  Administration, Office of                       5, XV
  Environmental Quality, Council on               40, V
  Management and Budget, Office of                5, III, LXXVII; 14, VI; 
                                                  48, 99
  National Drug Control Policy, Office of         21, III
  National Security Council                       32, XXI; 47, 2
  Presidential Documents                          3

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  Science and Technology Policy, Office of        32, XXIV; 47, II
  Trade Representative, Office of the United      15, XX
       States
Export-Import Bank of the United States           2, XXXV; 5, LII; 12, IV
Family Assistance, Office of                      45, II
Farm Credit Administration                        5, XXXI; 12, VI
Farm Credit System Insurance Corporation          5, XXX; 12, XIV
Farm Service Agency                               7, VII, XVIII
Federal Acquisition Regulation                    48, 1
Federal Aviation Administration                   14, I
  Commercial Space Transportation                 14, III
Federal Claims Collection Standards               31, IX
Federal Communications Commission                 5, XXIX; 47, I
Federal Contract Compliance Programs, Office of   41, 60
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation                7, IV
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation             5, XXII; 12, III
Federal Election Commission                       11, I
Federal Emergency Management Agency               44, I
Federal Employees Group Life Insurance Federal    48, 21
     Acquisition Regulation
Federal Employees Health Benefits Acquisition     48, 16
     Regulation
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission              5, XXIV; 18, I
Federal Financial Institutions Examination        12, XI
     Council
Federal Financing Bank                            12, VIII
Federal Highway Administration                    23, I, II
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation            1, IV
Federal Housing Enterprise Oversight Office       12, XVII
Federal Housing Finance Board                     12, IX
Federal Labor Relations Authority, and General    5, XIV; 22, XIV
     Counsel of the Federal Labor Relations 
     Authority
Federal Law Enforcement Training Center           31, VII
Federal Management Regulation                     41, 102
Federal Maritime Commission                       46, IV
Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service        29, XII
Federal Mine Safety and Health Review Commission  5, LXXIV; 29, XXVII
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration       49, III
Federal Prison Industries, Inc.                   28, III
Federal Procurement Policy Office                 48, 99
Federal Property Management Regulations           41, 101
Federal Railroad Administration                   49, II
Federal Register, Administrative Committee of     1, I
Federal Register, Office of                       1, II
Federal Reserve System                            12, II
  Board of Governors                              5, LVIII
Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board        5, VI, LXXVI
Federal Service Impasses Panel                    5, XIV
Federal Trade Commission                          5, XLVII; 16, I
Federal Transit Administration                    49, VI
Federal Travel Regulation System                  41, Subtitle F
Fine Arts, Commission on                          45, XXI
Fiscal Service                                    31, II
Fish and Wildlife Service, United States          50, I, IV
Fishery Conservation and Management               50, VI
Food and Drug Administration                      21, I
Food and Nutrition Service                        7, II
Food Safety and Inspection Service                9, III
Foreign Agricultural Service                      7, XV
Foreign Assets Control, Office of                 31, V
Foreign Claims Settlement Commission of the       45, V
     United States
Foreign Service Grievance Board                   22, IX
Foreign Service Impasse Disputes Panel            22, XIV
Foreign Service Labor Relations Board             22, XIV
Foreign-Trade Zones Board                         15, IV
Forest Service                                    36, II
General Services Administration                   5, LVII; 41, 105
  Contract Appeals, Board of                      48, 61
  Federal Acquisition Regulation                  48, 5
  Federal Management Regulation                   41, 102

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  Federal Property Management Regulations         41, 101
  Federal Travel Regulation System                41, Subtitle F
  General                                         41, 300
  Payment From a Non-Federal Source for Travel    41, 304
       Expenses
  Payment of Expenses Connected With the Death    41, 303
       of Certain Employees
  Relocation Allowances                           41, 302
  Temporary Duty (TDY) Travel Allowances          41, 301
Geological Survey                                 30, IV
Government Accountability Office                  4, I
Government Ethics, Office of                      5, XVI
Government National Mortgage Association          24, III
Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards          7, VIII; 9, II
     Administration
Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation            45, XVIII
Health and Human Services, Department of          2, III; 5, XLV; 45, 
                                                  Subtitle A,
  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services        42, IV
  Child Support Enforcement, Office of            45, III
  Children and Families, Administration for       45, II, III, IV, X
  Community Services, Office of                   45, X
  Family Assistance, Office of                    45, II
  Federal Acquisition Regulation                  48, 3
  Food and Drug Administration                    21, I
  Human Development Services, Office of           45, XIII
  Indian Health Service                           25, V
  Inspector General (Health Care), Office of      42, V
  Public Health Service                           42, I
  Refugee Resettlement, Office of                 45, IV
Homeland Security, Department of                  6, I
  Coast Guard                                     33, I; 46, I; 49, IV
  Coast Guard (Great Lakes Pilotage)              46, III
  Customs and Border Protection Bureau            19, I
  Federal Emergency Management Agency             44, I
  Immigration and Customs Enforcement Bureau      19, IV
  Immigration and Naturalization                  8, I
  Transportation Security Administration          49, XII
Housing and Urban Development, Department of      5, LXV; 24, Subtitle B, 2, 
                                                  XXIV; 2424
  Community Planning and Development, Office of   24, V, VI
       Assistant Secretary for
  Equal Opportunity, Office of Assistant          24, I
       Secretary for
  Federal Acquisition Regulation                  48, 24
  Federal Housing Enterprise Oversight, Office    12, XVII
       of
  Government National Mortgage Association        24, III
  Housing--Federal Housing Commissioner, Office   24, II, VIII, X, XX
       of Assistant Secretary for
  Housing, Office of, and Multifamily Housing     24, IV
       Assistance Restructuring, Office of
  Inspector General, Office of                    24, XII
  Public and Indian Housing, Office of Assistant  24, IX
       Secretary for
  Secretary, Office of                            24, Subtitle A, VII
Housing--Federal Housing Commissioner, Office of  24, II, VIII, X, XX
     Assistant Secretary for
Housing, Office of, and Multifamily Housing       24, IV
     Assistance Restructuring, Office of
Human Development Services, Office of             45, XIII
Immigration and Customs Enforcement Bureau        19, IV
Immigration and Naturalization                    8, I
Immigration Review, Executive Office for          8, V
Independent Counsel, Office of                    28, VII
Indian Affairs, Bureau of                         25, I, V
Indian Affairs, Office of the Assistant           25, VI
     Secretary
Indian Arts and Crafts Board                      25, II
Indian Health Service                             25, V
Industry and Security, Bureau of                  15, VII
Information Resources Management, Office of       7, XXVII
Information Security Oversight Office, National   32, XX
   Archives and Records Administration
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Inspector General
  Agriculture Department                          7, XXVI
  Health and Human Services Department            42, V
  Housing and Urban Development Department        24, XII
Institute of Peace, United States                 22, XVII
Inter-American Foundation                         5, LXIII; 22, X
Interior Department
  American Indians, Office of the Special         25, VII
       Trustee
  Endangered Species Committee                    50, IV
  Federal Acquisition Regulation                  48, 14
  Federal Property Management Regulations System  41, 114
  Fish and Wildlife Service, United States        50, I, IV
  Geological Survey                               30, IV
  Indian Affairs, Bureau of                       25, I, V
  Indian Affairs, Office of the Assistant         25, VI
       Secretary
  Indian Arts and Crafts Board                    25, II
  Land Management, Bureau of                      43, II
  Minerals Management Service                     30, II
  National Indian Gaming Commission               25, III
  National Park Service                           36, I
  Reclamation, Bureau of                          43, I
  Secretary of the Interior, Office of            2, XIV; 43, Subtitle A
  Surface Mining and Reclamation Appeals, Board   30, III
       of
  Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement,     30, VII
       Office of
Internal Revenue Service                          26, I
International Boundary and Water Commission,      22, XI
     United States and Mexico, United States 
     Section
International Development, United States Agency   22, II
     for
  Federal Acquisition Regulation                  48, 7
International Development Cooperation Agency,     22, XII
     United States
International Fishing and Related Activities      50, III
International Investment, Office of               31, VIII
International Joint Commission, United States     22, IV
     and Canada
International Organizations Employees Loyalty     5, V
     Board
International Trade Administration                15, III; 19, III
International Trade Commission, United States     19, II
Interstate Commerce Commission                    5, XL
James Madison Memorial Fellowship Foundation      45, XXIV
Japan-United States Friendship Commission         22, XVI
Joint Board for the Enrollment of Actuaries       20, VIII
Justice Department                                2, XXVII; 5, XXVIII; 28, 
                                                  I, XI; 40, IV
  Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives,     27, II
       Bureau of
  Drug Enforcement Administration                 21, II
  Federal Acquisition Regulation                  48, 28
  Federal Claims Collection Standards             31, IX
  Federal Prison Industries, Inc.                 28, III
  Foreign Claims Settlement Commission of the     45, V
       United States
  Immigration Review, Executive Office for        8, V
  Offices of Independent Counsel                  28, VI
  Prisons, Bureau of                              28, V
  Property Management Regulations                 41, 128
Labor Department                                  5, XLII
  Benefits Review Board                           20, VII
  Employee Benefits Security Administration       29, XXV
  Employees' Compensation Appeals Board           20, IV
  Employment and Training Administration          20, V
  Employment Standards Administration             20, VI
  Federal Acquisition Regulation                  48, 29
  Federal Contract Compliance Programs, Office    41, 60
       of
  Federal Procurement Regulations System          41, 50
  Labor-Management Standards, Office of           29, II, IV
  Mine Safety and Health Administration           30, I
  Occupational Safety and Health Administration   29, XVII
  Public Contracts                                41, 50

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  Secretary of Labor, Office of                   29, Subtitle A
  Veterans' Employment and Training Service,      41, 61; 20, IX
       Office of the Assistant Secretary for
  Wage and Hour Division                          29, V
  Workers' Compensation Programs, Office of       20, I
Labor-Management Standards, Office of             29, II, IV
Land Management, Bureau of                        43, II
Legal Services Corporation                        45, XVI
Library of Congress                               36, VII
  Copyright Office                                37, II
  Copyright Royalty Board                         37, III
Local Television Loan Guarantee Board             7, XX
Management and Budget, Office of                  5, III, LXXVII; 14, VI; 
                                                  48, 99
Marine Mammal Commission                          50, V
Maritime Administration                           46, II
Merit Systems Protection Board                    5, II, LXIV
Micronesian Status Negotiations, Office for       32, XXVII
Millenium Challenge Corporation                   22, XIII
Mine Safety and Health Administration             30, I
Minerals Management Service                       30, II
Minority Business Development Agency              15, XIV
Miscellaneous Agencies                            1, IV
Monetary Offices                                  31, I
Morris K. Udall Scholarship and Excellence in     36, XVI
     National Environmental Policy Foundation
National Aeronautics and Space Administration     2, XVIII; 5, LIX; 14, V
  Federal Acquisition Regulation                  48, 18
National Agricultural Library                     7, XLI
National Agricultural Statistics Service          7, XXXVI
National and Community Service, Corporation for   45, XII, XXV
National Archives and Records Administration      2, XXVI; 5, LXVI; 36, XII
  Information Security Oversight Office           32, XX
National Capital Planning Commission              1, IV
National Commission for Employment Policy         1, IV
National Commission on Libraries and Information  45, XVII
     Science
National Council on Disability                    34, XII
National Counterintelligence Center               32, XVIII
National Credit Union Administration              12, VII
National Crime Prevention and Privacy Compact     28, IX
     Council
National Drug Control Policy, Office of           21, III
National Endowment for the Arts                   2, XXXII
National Endowment for the Humanities             2, XXXIII
National Foundation on the Arts and the           45, XI
     Humanities
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration    23, II, III; 49, V
National Imagery and Mapping Agency               32, I
National Indian Gaming Commission                 25, III
National Institute for Literacy                   34, XI
National Institute of Standards and Technology    15, II
National Intelligence, Office of Director of      32, XVII
National Labor Relations Board                    5, LXI; 29, I
National Marine Fisheries Service                 50, II, IV, VI
National Mediation Board                          29, X
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration   15, IX; 50, II, III, IV, 
                                                  VI
National Park Service                             36, I
National Railroad Adjustment Board                29, III
National Railroad Passenger Corporation (AMTRAK)  49, VII
National Science Foundation                       2, XXV; 5, XLIII; 45, VI
  Federal Acquisition Regulation                  48, 25
National Security Council                         32, XXI
National Security Council and Office of Science   47, II
     and Technology Policy
National Telecommunications and Information       15, XXIII; 47, III
     Administration
National Transportation Safety Board              49, VIII
Natural Resources Conservation Service            7, VI

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Navajo and Hopi Indian Relocation, Office of      25, IV
Navy Department                                   32, VI
  Federal Acquisition Regulation                  48, 52
Neighborhood Reinvestment Corporation             24, XXV
Northeast Interstate Low-Level Radioactive Waste  10, XVIII
     Commission
Nuclear Regulatory Commission                     5, XLVIII; 10, I
  Federal Acquisition Regulation                  48, 20
Occupational Safety and Health Administration     29, XVII
Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission  29, XX
Offices of Independent Counsel                    28, VI
Oklahoma City National Memorial Trust             36, XV
Operations Office                                 7, XXVIII
Overseas Private Investment Corporation           5, XXXIII; 22, VII
Patent and Trademark Office, United States        37, I
Payment From a Non-Federal Source for Travel      41, 304
     Expenses
Payment of Expenses Connected With the Death of   41, 303
     Certain Employees
Peace Corps                                       22, III
Pennsylvania Avenue Development Corporation       36, IX
Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation              29, XL
Personnel Management, Office of                   5, I, XXXV; 45, VIII
  Federal Acquisition Regulation                  48, 17
  Federal Employees Group Life Insurance Federal  48, 21
       Acquisition Regulation
  Federal Employees Health Benefits Acquisition   48, 16
       Regulation
Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety           49, I
     Administration
Postal Regulatory Commission                      5, XLVI; 39, III
Postal Service, United States                     5, LX; 39, I
Postsecondary Education, Office of                34, VI
President's Commission on White House             1, IV
     Fellowships
Presidential Documents                            3
Presidio Trust                                    36, X
Prisons, Bureau of                                28, V
Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board       6, X
Procurement and Property Management, Office of    7, XXXII
Productivity, Technology and Innovation,          37, IV
     Assistant Secretary
Public Contracts, Department of Labor             41, 50
Public and Indian Housing, Office of Assistant    24, IX
     Secretary for
Public Health Service                             42, I
Railroad Retirement Board                         20, II
Reclamation, Bureau of                            43, I
Refugee Resettlement, Office of                   45, IV
Relocation Allowances                             41, 302
Research and Innovative Technology                49, XI
     Administration
Rural Business-Cooperative Service                7, XVIII, XLII
Rural Development Administration                  7, XLII
Rural Housing Service                             7, XVIII, XXXV
Rural Telephone Bank                              7, XVI
Rural Utilities Service                           7, XVII, XVIII, XLII
Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation     33, IV
Science and Technology Policy, Office of          32, XXIV
Science and Technology Policy, Office of, and     47, II
     National Security Council
Secret Service                                    31, IV
Securities and Exchange Commission                17, II
Selective Service System                          32, XVI
Small Business Administration                     2, XXVII; 13, I
Smithsonian Institution                           36, V
Social Security Administration                    20, III; 48, 23
Soldiers' and Airmen's Home, United States        5, XI
Special Counsel, Office of                        5, VIII
Special Education and Rehabilitative Services,    34, III
     Office of
State Department                                  2, VI; 22, I; 28, XI
  Federal Acquisition Regulation                  48, 6
Surface Mining and Reclamation Appeals, Board of  30, III

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Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement,       30, VII
     Office of
Surface Transportation Board                      49, X
Susquehanna River Basin Commission                18, VIII
Technology Administration                         15, XI
Technology Policy, Assistant Secretary for        37, IV
Technology, Under Secretary for                   37, V
Tennessee Valley Authority                        5, LXIX; 18, XIII
Thrift Supervision Office, Department of the      12, V
     Treasury
Trade Representative, United States, Office of    15, XX
Transportation, Department of                     5, L
  Commercial Space Transportation                 14, III
  Contract Appeals, Board of                      48, 63
  Emergency Management and Assistance             44, IV
  Federal Acquisition Regulation                  48, 12
  Federal Aviation Administration                 14, I
  Federal Highway Administration                  23, I, II
  Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration     49, III
  Federal Railroad Administration                 49, II
  Federal Transit Administration                  49, VI
  Maritime Administration                         46, II
  National Highway Traffic Safety Administration  23, II, III; 49, V
  Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety         49, I
       Administration
  Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation   33, IV
  Secretary of Transportation, Office of          14, II; 49, Subtitle A
  Surface Transportation Board                    49, X
  Transportation Statistics Bureau                49, XI
Transportation, Office of                         7, XXXIII
Transportation Security Administration            49, XII
Transportation Statistics Bureau                  49, XI
Travel Allowances, Temporary Duty (TDY)           41, 301
Treasury Department                               5, XXI; 12, XV; 17, IV; 
                                                  31, IX
  Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau        27, I
  Community Development Financial Institutions    12, XVIII
       Fund
  Comptroller of the Currency                     12, I
  Customs and Border Protection Bureau            19, I
  Engraving and Printing, Bureau of               31, VI
  Federal Acquisition Regulation                  48, 10
  Federal Claims Collection Standards             31, IX
  Federal Law Enforcement Training Center         31, VII
  Fiscal Service                                  31, II
  Foreign Assets Control, Office of               31, V
  Internal Revenue Service                        26, I
  International Investment, Office of             31, VIII
  Monetary Offices                                31, I
  Secret Service                                  31, IV
  Secretary of the Treasury, Office of            31, Subtitle A
  Thrift Supervision, Office of                   12, V
Truman, Harry S. Scholarship Foundation           45, XVIII
United States and Canada, International Joint     22, IV
     Commission
United States and Mexico, International Boundary  22, XI
     and Water Commission, United States Section
Utah Reclamation Mitigation and Conservation      43, III
     Commission
Veterans Affairs Department                       2, VIII; 38, I
  Federal Acquisition Regulation                  48, 8
Veterans' Employment and Training Service,        41, 61; 20, IX
     Office of the Assistant Secretary for
Vice President of the United States, Office of    32, XXVIII
Vocational and Adult Education, Office of         34, IV
Wage and Hour Division                            29, V
Water Resources Council                           18, VI
Workers' Compensation Programs, Office of         20, I
World Agricultural Outlook Board                  7, XXXVIII