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The US World War One Centennial Commission was established by the World War One Centennial Commission Act, part of Public Law 112-272 passed by the 112th Congress and signed by President Obama on January 16, 2013. The Commission is responsible for planning, developing, and executing programs, projects, and activities to commemorate the centennial of World War One. Additionally, the Commission encourages private organizations and State and local governments to organize and participate in activities commemorating the centennial of World War I. Other duties include facilitating and coordinating activities throughout the United States relating to the centennial of World War One, and serving as a clearinghouse for the collection and dissemination of information about events and plans for the centennial of World War One. The Commission submits recommendations for Congress and the President for commemorating the centennial of World War One.

The Commissioners are appointed by various members of the government, and serve without pay.