[Federal Register Volume 71, Number 85 (Wednesday, May 3, 2006)]
[Presidential Documents]
[Pages 26183-26184]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 06-4204]



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The President





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Proclamation 8009--Older Americans Month, 2006



Proclamation 8010--Law Day, U.S.A., 2006



Proclamation 8011--Loyalty Day, 2006
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                Proclamation 8009 of April 28, 2006

                
Older Americans Month, 2006

                By the President of the United States of America

                A Proclamation

                Older Americans represent the finest qualities of our 
                Nation. During Older Americans Month, we honor our 
                older citizens, celebrate their many accomplishments, 
                and learn from their experiences.

                Across our country, older Americans are demonstrating 
                personal strength and compassion and are redefining the 
                experience of aging. They are leading active lives, 
                serving in their communities, and reaching out to their 
                fellow Americans. Through organizations like Senior 
                Corps, they are mentoring children, helping victims of 
                natural disasters, and caring for citizens with 
                disabilities. Their good works are changing the lives 
                of many individuals and contributing to the strength of 
                America.

                This year's theme, ``Choices for Independence,'' 
                reflects the importance of our citizens making 
                retirement, lifestyle, and health choices that enhance 
                their quality of life as they grow older. My 
                Administration is committed to strengthening senior 
                programs and ensuring the health and retirement 
                security of older Americans. The Medicare Prescription 
                Drug, Improvement, and Modernization Act of 2003 
                provides for the biggest improvement in health care for 
                our seniors in nearly 40 years. In addition, the 
                Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit, Medicare Part D, is 
                helping seniors receive the prescription drugs they 
                need at reduced costs.

                Our Nation is blessed by our seniors. These individuals 
                teach us lessons of the past, set an example for 
                younger generations, and demonstrate the generosity and 
                love for which Americans are known. This month, I 
                encourage all our citizens to spend time with America's 
                seniors.

                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 May 2006 as Older 
                Americans Month. I appreciate our senior citizens for 
                their achievements and contributions 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 urge all citizens to honor 
                their elders and reaffirm our country's commitment to 
                their well-being this month and throughout the year.

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                IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 
                twenty-eighth day of April, in the year of our Lord two 
                thousand six, and of the Independence of the United 
                States of America the two hundred and thirtieth.

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