60th Anniversary of the Freedom Rides, 2021

In simple terms

This proclamation commemorates the 60th anniversary of the 1961 Freedom Rides, honoring the 13 original riders and their nonviolent protest against segregation. It references the Biden Administration's existing executive actions on racial equity and voting rights, and calls on Americans to participate in ceremonies honoring the Freedom Riders and civil rights struggles.

Federal Register Open PDF 86 FR 24477

Record & deadlines

May 4, 2021Signed
Signed by the President
May 7, 2021FR published
Published in the Federal Register · 86 FR 24477
Federal Register PDF
May 4, 2021
Proclaim May 4, 2021 as the 60th Anniversary of the Freedom Rides
May 4, 2021
Proclamation of May 4, 2021 as commemorative day

Key directives

Proclaim May 4, 2021 as the 60th Anniversary of the Freedom Rides
Call upon all Americans to participate in ceremonies and activities that honor the Freedom Riders, Civil Rights Movement participants, and current civil rights workers

What to expect

Immediate

Proclamation of May 4, 2021 as commemorative day

Near term (90d)

Call for Americans to participate in ceremonies and activities

Long term

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Risks & tensions

Text references pending voting rights legislation without specifying details or prospects
Vague call to action lacks enforcement mechanism or funding