Labor Day, 2021

In simple terms

This proclamation declares September 6, 2021 as Labor Day and calls for its observance with appropriate programs and ceremonies. The text is primarily a statement of values supporting workers, unions, and labor protections, with references to administration priorities and legislation, but contains no binding policy directives or mandates beyond the ceremonial proclamation itself.

Federal Register Open PDF 86 FR 50437

Record & deadlines

Sep 3, 2021Signed
Signed by the President
Sep 9, 2021FR published
Published in the Federal Register · 86 FR 50437
Federal Register PDF
Sep 6, 2021
Labor Day observance

Key directives

Proclaim September 6, 2021 as Labor Day
Call upon public officials and people of the United States to observe this day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities

What to expect

Immediate

September 6, 2021 designated as Labor Day

Near term (90d)

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Long term

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Risks & tensions

References to pending legislation (PRO Act, Public Service Freedom to Negotiate Act, Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act) may generate partisan interpretation, but these are descriptive, not directive
Equity language and union advocacy in proclamation text may be read as political messaging, but carries no policy force