Fire Prevention Week, 2020, 63969-63970 [2020-22498]

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[Federal Register Volume 85, Number 196 (Thursday, October 8, 2020)]
[Presidential Documents]
[Pages 63969-63970]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2020-22498]



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Vol. 85

Thursday,

No. 196

October 8, 2020

Part IX





The President





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Proclamation 10092--Fire Prevention Week, 2020



Proclamation 10093--Made in America Day and Made in America Week, 2020



Proclamation 10094--Child Health Day, 2020



Executive Order 13954--Saving Lives Through Increased Support for 
Mental- and Behavioral-Health Needs



Presidential Permit of October 3, 2020--Authorizing Express Pipeline, 
LLC, To Operate and Maintain Existing Pipeline Facilities at the 
International Boundary Between the United States and Canada



Presidential Permit of October 3, 2020--Authorizing Front Range 
Pipeline, LLC, To Operate and Maintain Existing Pipeline Facilities at 
the International Boundary Between the United States and Canada



Presidential Permit of October 3, 2020--Authorizing NuStar Logistics, 
L.P., To Operate and Maintain Existing Pipeline Facilities at the 
International Boundary Between the United States and Mexico


                        Presidential Documents 



Federal Register / Vol. 85, No. 196 / Thursday, October 8, 2020 / 
Presidential Documents

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Title 3--
The President

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                Proclamation 10092 of October 3, 2020

                
Fire Prevention Week, 2020

                By the President of the United States of America

                A Proclamation

                During Fire Prevention Week, we are reminded to keep 
                doing our part to prevent fires before they tragically 
                claim lives and destroy homes, businesses, and natural 
                resources. Every American can play a role in raising 
                awareness about preventing fires and taking simple 
                precautions to help prevent fire-related deaths and 
                injuries. We also commend our Nation's brave 
                firefighters and emergency workers who risk their 
                health and safety each day, and we solemnly remember 
                those who gave their lives in service to protect 
                Americans and our communities. This week, I encourage 
                all Americans to take steps to prepare their family, 
                property, and community on what to do before, during, 
                and after a fire.

                This year, courageous firefighters and other brave 
                Americans have confronted one of the worst fire seasons 
                in our history. We have seen more than 43,500 
                wildfires, lost more than 10,000 buildings, and 35 
                people have tragically died. In the Western States, 
                more than 30,000 firefighters--the largest deployment 
                in history--have battled these fires, risking their 
                lives for their fellow Americans' safety. My 
                Administration is thankful for the assistance from our 
                National Guard, Navy, Marine Corps, and international 
                partners from Canada and Mexico to help end this 
                devastation.

                This tragic fire season is another reminder of the 
                importance of effective forest management, which can 
                play a big role in helping prevent forest fires. 
                Proactive steps such as cleaning forest floors to 
                remove flammable limbs and leaves can help reduce the 
                risk of large fires and improve the health of our 
                Nation's forests. In 2020, I have approved more than 30 
                Stafford Act Declarations, including Fire Management 
                Assistance Grants, to help multiple States stop fires, 
                and we continue to encourage active forest management 
                efforts throughout the country.

                This year, we also give special recognition to the many 
                American firefighters who joined the valiant efforts of 
                our Australian allies in fighting bushfires that killed 
                hundreds of people and countless animals and destroyed 
                thousands of homes. Tragically, three Americans 
                perished in this courageous effort. These heroes, all 
                veterans of the United States Armed Forces, embodied 
                the very best of the American spirit in their desire to 
                help others, and we will always honor their memory.

                Home fires are also a cause for significant concern. 
                Cooking fires are one of the most common types of 
                residential fires, and fires in the home can start 
                easily if the right precautions are not taken. I 
                recommend that Americans take active steps to protect 
                themselves and their families at home, including by 
                testing smoke alarms once a month and replacing them 
                after 10 years, as recommended by the United States 
                Fire Administration. Additionally, it is important to 
                have a fire escape route in place so all are prepared 
                for how to leave the home if a fire does occur. We can 
                all do our part to prevent fires in and around our 
                homes to protect the lives of our families and 
                neighbors.

                Throughout this Fire Prevention Week, we come together 
                to recognize the threat posed by fire, honor the lives 
                it claims each year, and recommit to preventing fires 
                in our homes, businesses, and across this great 
                Nation's

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                wildlands. I encourage all Americans to reduce fire 
                deaths, injuries, and property loss through prudent 
                preparation.

                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 October 4 through 
                October 10, 2020, as Fire Prevention Week. On Sunday, 
                October 4, 2020, in accordance with Public Law 107-51, 
                the flag of the United States will be flown at half-
                staff at all Federal office buildings in honor of the 
                National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service. I call 
                on all Americans to participate in this observance with 
                appropriate programs and activities and by renewing 
                their efforts to prevent fires and their tragic 
                consequences.

                IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 
                third day of October, 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.
                
                
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