Proclamation 10819—National Hunting and Fishing Day, 2024
Issued 2024-09-27 by Joseph R. Biden Jr.
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Proclamation 10819 designates the fourth Saturday of September 2024 as National Hunting and Fishing Day. The proclamation celebrates the traditions of hunting and fishing as part of American heritage, recognizing their cultural importance, their contribution to wildlife conservation funding through licenses and excise taxes, and their role in connecting generations of Americans to the natural world.
This proclamation is directed at hunters, anglers, conservation organizations, sporting goods retailers, and outdoor enthusiasts across the country. It does not alter hunting or fishing regulations, create new programs, or direct government spending. Its purpose is to recognize and honor these outdoor traditions.
Ceremonial proclamations designating recognition days for outdoor sports and conservation activities are a standard part of the presidential calendar, typically enjoying broad bipartisan support. This action carries no binding legal force and requires no congressional approval.
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Constitutional Analysis
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This proclamation designates "National Hunting and Fishing Day, 2024" — a ceremonial observance that brings national attention to hunting and fishing. Presidents have issued ceremonial proclamations since George Washington, and they fall squarely within the executive tradition. They do not create new law, direct federal spending, or impose legal obligations on citizens.
Ceremonial proclamations like this one are purely declaratory. They express the sentiment of the President on behalf of the nation, drawing public awareness to causes or communities. They require no congressional approval and face no constitutional challenges.
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