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Proc 10190ProclamationBiden · DCeremonial

Proclamation 10190

Jewish American Heritage Month, 2021

President Biden proclaimed May 2021 as Jewish American Heritage Month, calling on Americans to learn about Jewish American contributions and observe the month with programs and ceremonies. The proclamation honors Jewish American history, notes recent historic political firsts, and condemns rising antisemitism and white nationalism.

Federal Register Open PDF 86 FR 23845

Impact dates

  1. Jewish American Heritage Month observance period begins

Key directives

  • Proclaim May 2021 as Jewish American Heritage Month
  • Call upon all Americans to visit www.JewishHeritageMonth.gov
  • Call upon all Americans to observe this month with appropriate programs, activities, and ceremonies

Timeline

Immediate

  • Proclamation takes effect upon signing
  • May 2021 designated as Jewish American Heritage Month

Near term (90d)

  • Month-long observance period in May 2021

Long term

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Risks & tensions

  • Proclamation's reference to 'white nationalism' and antisemitism carries contemporary political resonance
  • No funding or enforcement mechanisms attached to the observance call
Proclamation 10190: Jewish American Heritage Month, 2021 · Executive Orders