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 Proclamations Proc. 8016 Sec. 6. This proclamation is effective immediately and shall remain in ef- fect until such time as the Secretary of State determines that it is no longer necessary and should be terminated, either in whole or in part. Any such termination by the Secretary of State shall be published in the Federal Reg- ister. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twelfth day of May, in the year of our Lord two thousand six, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirtieth. GEORGE W. BUSH Proclamation 8016 of May 12, 2006 National Defense Transportation Day and National Transportation Week, 2006 By the President of the United States of Arnerica A Proclamation On National Defense Transportation Day and during National Transpor- tation Week, we thank all those who contribute to a sound transportation infrastructure that keeps our country moving, advances our economic growth, and strengthens our national defense. President Dwight D. Eisenhower recognized the importance of having the world's most efficient and reliable transportation system. In a message to the Congress, he wrote of "a vast system of inter-connected highways criss- crossing the Country and joining at our national borders with friendly neighbors to the north and south." Fifty years after he signed the Federal- Aid Highway Act of 1956, the Interstate Highway System is a vital part of America's transportation infrastructure. My Administration remains committed to providing the American people with the best possible transportation system. In August 2005, I signed the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, and Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Leg- acy for Users, to upgrade our Nation's network of roads, bridges, and mass transit systems, introduce new safety standards, and fund needed road im- provements that will ease traffic congestion in communities across our country. My Administration is also increasing research in advanced trans- portation technologies that will improve our environment, help us end our reliance on foreign sources of energy, and strengthen our economic and na- tional security. Modern transportation also enables our Armed Forces to quickly deploy troops, move crucial supplies and equipment, and assist with emergency situations. Whether on land, over water, or in the air, our citizens rely on the safety and efficiency of our transportation systems to arrive at work, de- liver goods and services, and travel with family and friends. America is grateful to the dedicated transportation professionals and military service members for their tireless efforts to make America's transportation network the best in the world. 53

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