1-03-22. Prisoner of War and Missing in Action Day

1-03-22. Prisoner of War and Missing in Action Day The third Friday in September of each year is Prisoner of War and Missing in Action Day. To remember and honor the sacrifices of those who were held captive and returned, as well as those who remain missing, the governor shall issue a proclamation each year designating the third Friday in September as Prisoner of War and Missing in Action Day, a state holiday. This section may not be interpreted to make Prisoner of War and Missing in Action Day a day on which schools and other entities are required to close.