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George H.W. Bush: Awards shall be given for the purpose of recognizing outstanding voluntary contributions by individuals and…

On the recordNovember 20, 1991
Awards shall be given for the purpose of recognizing outstanding voluntary contributions by individuals and organizations toward helping others in our society, and for the purpose of demonstrating to all Americans what can be accomplished through voluntary action.
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George H.W. Bush
Republican · Texas

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Executive Order 12782—Amending Executive Order No. 12594

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