[Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents Volume 42, Number 23 (Monday, June 12, 2006)]
[Pages 1090-1091]
[Online from the Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

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Proclamation 8030--Father's Day, 2006

 June 6, 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

 [Filed with the Office of the Federal Register, 8:47 a.m., June 8, 
2006]

Note: This proclamation was published in the Federal Register on June 9.

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