Proclamations Proc. 8163 honor parents, and I encourage American sons and daughters to convey their love, respect, and appreciation to their parents. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twelfth day of }uly, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-second. GEORGE W. BUSH Proclamation 8162 of July 12, 2007 Death of Lady Bird Johnson By the President of the United States of Arnerica A Proclamation As a mark of respect for the memory of Lady Bird }ohnson, I hereby order, by the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the United States of America, that on the day of her interment, the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sun- set on such day. I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same period at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval ves- sels and stations. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twelfth day of }uly, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-second. GEORGE W. BUSH Proclamation 8163 of July 24, 2007 Anniversary of the Americans With Disabilities Act, 2007 By the President of the United States of Arnerica A Proclamation On the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), we cele- brate our progress towards an America where individuals with disabilities are recognized for their talents and contributions to our society. We also underscore our commitment to extend the full liberties and freedoms of our great country to all Americans. Seventeen years ago, President George H. W. Bush signed the ADA into law. This legislation became one of the most successful and compassionate reforms in our Nation's history, helping to ensure that individuals with dis- abilities are better able to develop meaningful skills, engage in productive work, and participate fully in the life of our Nation. 87
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