[United States Statutes at Large, Volume 134, 116th Congress, 2nd Session]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

 
Proclamation 10067 of August 31, 2020
National Preparedness Month, 2020
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
During National Preparedness Month, we pause to reflect on the
importance of mitigating the effects of disasters and tragedies on our
lives by devoting time and resources to being prepared. As we observe
National Preparedness Month this September, I encourage all Americans
to take intentional, precautionary measures to ensure the resilience of
their families, homes, communities, and businesses.
Over the last year, our Nation has endured and persevered through many
threats. Last week, hurricane Laura struck the Gulf Coast and affected
the lives of millions in Louisiana, Texas, Arkansas, and Mississippi. My
Administration is monitoring Federal response efforts and coordinating
with State and local authorities to provide aid to the affected areas.
In recent months, we have also responded to the coronavirus pandemic
with unparalleled vigor and resolve, leveraging historic partnerships
between the public and private sectors to produce and provide needed
medical equipment and to develop therapeutics and a vaccine. We remain
committed to safely reopening our country while protecting the most
vulnerable among us. We have also faced wildfires, earthquakes, and
storms, including a devastating weather system on Easter Sunday of this
year that spawned more than 120 tornadoes in the southeastern United
States. Despite the unprecedented nature and scope of the challenges we
have faced, the American people have remained resolute in their
determination to overcome any adversity. My Administration will continue
to work with State, local, tribal, and territorial partners to ensure
the country is prepared to meet any challenges that may arise.
National Preparedness Month is also an opportunity to reiterate our
gratitude for the selfless service of the brave men and women who help
prepare our Nation for disasters and take action when they strike. Our
first responders, critical infrastructure and other frontline workers,
and disaster response volunteers often take great personal risks to
perform their duties. These patriots are essential to the security of
our Nation, and we remain committed to supporting them in their mission.
Promoting a culture of resilience through preparedness helps enable
communities and individuals to take the preparatory actions necessary to
overcome the threats and hazards that present themselves. The Federal
Emergency Management Agency's Ready Campaign, which can be found by
accessing Ready.gov, can help all Americans prepare for crisis
situations. This easy-to-use response can help individuals and families
create an emergency fund for unexpected expenses, set up a designated
shelter area within a home, subscribe to local emergency alerts on
mobile devices, and determine a reliable out-of-town contact during
times of crisis. By taking these steps, people can mitigate damage and
speed up recovery efforts across the country when disaster strikes.
During National Preparedness Month, I encourage all Americans to adopt a
proactive mindset and take the necessary steps to prepare their families
and communities to withstand and recover from unexpected events. We
cannot always know when the next crisis will occur, but

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we can know that
we will be prepared by committing ourselves to a culture of resilience.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, DONALD J. TRUMP, 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 2020 as
National Preparedness Month. I encourage all Americans, including
Federal, State, tribal, and local officials, to take action to be
prepared for a disaster or an emergency by making and practicing their
emergency response plans. Each step we take to become better
prepared makes a real difference in how our families and communities
will respond and persevere when faced with the unexpected.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of
August, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
fifth.
DONALD J. TRUMP