[United States Statutes at Large, Volume 120, 109th Congress, 2nd Session]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

120 STAT. 3818
 
PROCLAMATION 8030--JUNE 6, 2006



Proclamation 8030 of June 6, 2006
Father's Day, 2006
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
By offering guidance, support, and unconditional love, a father is one
of the most important influences in a child's life. On Father's Day, we
honor our fathers and celebrate the special bond between a father and a
child.
Fathers play a significant role in shaping the character of their
children and the future of our country. By spending time with their sons
and daughters and listening to their experiences, fathers can have a
profound impact on their children's lives. As advisors, role models, and
friends, fathers help their children to understand the difference
between right and wrong and to recognize how the decisions they make
today can affect the rest of their lives. Fathers instill important
values and prepare young people for the challenges and opportunities
ahead. Through their daily sacrifices, fathers provide a loving and
secure home in which their children can grow to become successful adults
and good citizens. Their love and dedication inspire the next generation
of Americans to achieve their dreams and demonstrate the true spirit of
our Nation.
Father's Day also gives us an opportunity to remember the fathers who
are currently serving in our Armed Forces. Our Nation is grateful for
the courage and sacrifice of the many proud fathers wearing our
country's uniform. By advancing freedom and protecting our way of life,
these brave individuals are helping to lay the foundation of peace for
our children and grandchildren.
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 18,
2006, 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 sixth day of June,
in the year of our Lord two thousand six, and of the Independence of the
United States of America the two hundred and thirtieth.
GEORGE W. BUSH