[Federal Register Volume 70, Number 182 (Wednesday, September 21, 2005)]
[Presidential Documents]
[Pages 55509-55510]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 05-18977]




                        Presidential Documents 



Federal Register / Vol. 70, No. 182 / Wednesday, September 21, 2005 / 
Presidential Documents

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                Proclamation 7933 of September 16, 2005

                
National Farm Safety and Health Week, 2005

                By the President of the United States of America

                A Proclamation

                As stewards of our natural resources, farmers and 
                ranchers play a crucial role in keeping our Nation 
                strong. This year's theme for National Farm Safety and 
                Health Week, ``Harvesting Safety and Health,'' 
                encourages those in the agriculture industry to 
                practice and promote safe working conditions and 
                reminds all Americans of the vital contributions of 
                farmers and ranchers to our country.

                Our farming communities embody the American values of 
                hard work, faith, love of family, and love of country. 
                Their skill and dedication feed, clothe, and provide 
                energy for Americans and others around the world.

                Agricultural workers face one of the most hazardous 
                work environments in America. Farmers and ranchers 
                operate heavy machinery, work in inclement weather, and 
                tend livestock. Because of these risks, taking safety 
                precautions is vital for agricultural workers. By 
                implementing preventive measures and increasing our 
                knowledge of first aid, we can greatly reduce many 
                hazards of farm and ranch labor. Utilizing safety 
                features and keeping children from working or playing 
                in potentially hazardous areas also can limit injuries 
                and help farmers and ranchers protect their families.

                Our farmers and ranchers help keep our Nation strong 
                and advance the opportunities that come from freedom. 
                During National Farm Safety and Health Week, we 
                recognize the significant contributions of farmers and 
                ranchers to our Nation and encourage the further 
                development of work environments that will ensure their 
                safety.

                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 18 through 
                September 24, 2005, as National Farm Safety and Health 
                Week. I call upon the agencies, organizations, and 
                businesses that serve America's agricultural workers to 
                continue strengthening their commitment to promoting 
                farm safety and health programs. I also urge all 
                Americans to recognize the men and women cultivating 
                our land who contribute to the vitality and prosperity 
                of our Nation.

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                IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 
                sixteenth day of September, in the year of our Lord two 
                thousand five, and of the Independence of the United 
                States of America the two hundred and thirtieth.

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[FR Doc. 05-18977
Filed 9-20-05; 8:45 am]
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