Proclamations | Governor Michael L. Parson

Proclamation General Information

Proclamations honor organizations, highlight issues and causes, or celebrate historic milestones
Proclamations may recognize a day, week, or month
Proclamations are issued at the discretion of the Governor and must be approved by the Governor's Office
The Governor's Office may grant or decline any proclamation request without comment at any time
Proclamations do NOT carry the force of law
Proclamations are NOT automatically renewed and a request must be submitted for each document
Organizations are limited to two proclamations per calendar year (please prioritize requests)
Please do not make announcements or plans for the proclamation until you have received confirmation of its approval from the Governor's staff

All proclamations must be submitted using the Request a Proclamation form on the Governor's website
All proclamations must be submitted at least 60 days prior to the date requested
Proclamation requests MUST come from a Missouri resident
Proclamations MUST have statewide significance
Requestor must propose language to be used (4-6 WHEREAS clauses)
*The Governor's office reserves the right to modify any proposed language.
Proclamations should reflect inclusiveness, not exclusiveness

In honor of living individuals
Individual achievements
Anniversaries of individuals or businesses
To honor private businesses, conferences, grand openings, or fundraisers
As a letter of support or endorsement of individuals, businesses, products, or services

*Other forms of recognition can potentially be provided if a proclamation request is denied.