Proc. 7576 Title 3--The President With approval from the Congress, Captains Meriwether Lewis and William Clark embarked on their legendary 3-year journey to explore the uncharted West. The expedition included 33 permanent party members, known as the Corps of Discovery. Their effort to chart the area between the Missouri River and the Pacific Coast set these courageous Americans on a remarkable scientific voyage that changed our Nation. In successfully completing the overland journey between the Missouri and Columbia River systems, they opened the un- known West for future development. During their exploration, Lewis and Clark collected plant and animal specimens, studied Indian cultures, con- ducted diplomatic councils, established trading relationships with tribes, and recorded weather data. To accomplish their goals, the Corps of Dis- covery relied on the assistance and guidance of Sakajawea, a Shoshone In- dian woman. As we approach the 200th anniversary of Lewis and Clark's expedition, we commend their resourcefulness, determination, and bravery. This Bicenten- nial should also se\177-ve to remind us of our Nation's outstanding natural re- sources. Many of these treasures first detailed by Lewis and Clark are avail- able today for people to visit, study, and enjoy. As the commemoration of this journey begins in 2003, I encourage all Americans to celebrate the ac- complishments of Lewis and Clark and to recognize their contributions to our history. 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 designate 2003 through 2006 as the Lewis and Clark Bicentennial. I ask all Americans to observe this event with appropriate activities that honor the achievements of the Lewis and Clark Expedition. I also direct Federal agencies to work in cooperation with each other, States, tribes, communities, and the National Council of the Lewis and Clark Bicentennial to promote educational, cultural, and inter- pretive opportunities for citizens and visitors to learn more about the nat- ural, historical, and cultural resources that are significant components of the Lewis and Clark story. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-eighth day of June, 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- sixth. GEORGE W. BUSH Proclamation 7576 of July 3, 2002 To Provide for the Efficient and Fair Administration of Safeguard Measures on Imports of Certain Steel Products By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation 1. On March 5, 2002, pursuant to section 203 of the Trade Act of 1\36574, as amended (the "Trade Act") (\1779 U.S.C. 2253), I issued Proclamation 7529, 108
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