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124 STAT. 4639 PROCLAMATION 8525—MAY 20, 2010 To help save lives and prevent accidents, the United States Coast Guard partners with boating organizations to raise awareness and teach safe boating practices. Boaters can take advantage of these opportuni- ties to learn, make informed decisions, and teach family and friends to use caution while on board. By practicing safe boating habits and encouraging others to do the same, Americans can protect themselves and others throughout the boating season. In recognition of the importance of safe boating practices, the Congress, by Joint Resolution approved June 4, 1958 (36 U.S.C. 131), as amended, has authorized and requested the President to proclaim annually the 7-day period prior to Memorial Day weekend as ‘‘National Safe Boating Week.’’ NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim May 22 through May 28, 2010, as National Safe Boating Week. I encourage all Americans who partici- pate in boating activities to observe this occasion by learning more about safe boating practices and to take advantage of boating education. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twentieth day of May, in the year of our Lord two thousand ten, and of the Inde- pendence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty- fourth. BARACK OBAMA Proclamation 8525 of May 20, 2010 Small Business Week, 2010 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Small business owners embody the spirit of entrepreneurship and strong work ethic that lie at the heart of the American dream. They are the backbone of our Nation’s economy, they employ tens of millions of workers, and, in the past 15 years, they have created the majority of new private sector jobs. During Small Business Week, we reaffirm our support for America’s small businesses and celebrate the proud tra- dition of private enterprise they represent. Our Nation is still emerging from one of the worst recessions in our history, and small businesses were among the hardest hit. From mom- and-pop stores to high tech start-ups, countless small businesses have been forced to lay off employees or shut their doors entirely. In these difficult times, we must do all we can to help these firms recover from the recession and put Americans back to work. Our Government can- not guarantee a company’s success, but it can help create market con- ditions that allow small businesses to thrive. My Administration is committed to helping small businesses drive our economy toward recovery and long-term growth. The American Recov- ery and Reinvestment Act has supported billions of dollars in loans and Federal contracts for small businesses across the country. The Af- fordable Care Act makes it easier for small business owners to provide health insurance to their employees, and gives entrepreneurs the secu-