January 2, 2007 Declared As National Day of Mourning for President Gerald R. Ford

In remembrance of President Gerald R. Ford, who passed away Tuesday, December 26, 2006 at age 93, President Bush has declared Tuesday, January 2, 2007 as a National Day of Mourning. 

All executive departments, independent organizations and other agencies of the Federal government will be closed as a mark of respect for the 38th President of the United States.  More information:

• Proclamation on National Day of Mourning for Gerald R. Ford
• Executive Order Providing for the Closing of Government Departments and Agencies on January 2, 2007
• News release from the U.S. Office of Personnel Management