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The Committee
Since 1901, the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies has been responsible for the planning and execution of the swearing-in ceremonies and the luncheon for the Inauguration of the President of the United States at the U.S. Capitol.
Want to Participate?
Requests to participate in Inauguration day events for marching bands, marching units, mounted units, and other performers are collected by the Armed Forces Inaugural Committee. The Presidential Inaugural Committee, formed after the November election, selectes the participants from the collected requests.
Further information and an application to participate may be found at the Armed Forces Inaugural Committee.
Countdown
There are
127
days until
Inauguration Day,
January 20, 2009.