Proc. 7596 Title 3--The President stallations, national cemeteries, and other locations across our country. With this observance, we reaffirm our commitment to those who have suf- fered the horrors of enemy captivity, to those who have yet to return from battle, and to their families. We remain dedicated to resolving discrepancy cases, achieving the fullest possible accounting of our prisoners of war and missing in action, and bringing them home with the honor and dignity that 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 September 20, 2002, as Na- tional POW/MIA Recognition Day. I call upon all the people of the United States to ioin me in honoring former American prisoners of war who suf- fered the hardships of enemy captivity, and in renewing our commitment to those still missing. 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 nineteenth day of September, in the year of our Lord two thousand two, and of the Inde- pendence of the United States of America the two hundred and twenty-sev- enth. GEORGE W. BUSH Proclamation 7596 of September 20, 2002 Minority Enterprise Development Week, 2002 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Entrepreneurs help make America strong and are essential to our economic success. Their talent, skill, and hard work have helped sustain our Nation since its founding; and their disciplined work ethic and capacity for inno- vation reflect the true character of our country. During Minority Enterprise Development Week, we celebrate our more than 3 million minority- owned businesses, and we recognize the important contributions they make to the United States of America. To promote prosperity in our Nation, Government must help create an en- vironment where innovative, hardworking, and determined individuals have the opportunity to fully participate and succeed in our economy. Last year's tax relief initiative, including the repeal of the "Death Tax," was an important part of developing an enhanced business climate in America. And this year, I signed two pieces of legislation into law that will promote growth. The Trade Act of 2002 gives me new Trade Promotion Authority that will help boost our economy, create new jobs, and provide America with the opportunity to participate in new and emerging international mar- kets. And the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 will improve business practices by creating tough corporate responsibility laws that will help expose and punish acts of corruption and protect small investors. These vital initiatives will benefit minority business enterprises and help these important job cre- ators compete fully and fairly in the global economy. 136
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