Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday, 2023

In simple terms

This proclamation designates Monday, January 16, 2023, as the Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday. It honors Dr. King's legacy, references his role in advancing civil rights and voting rights legislation, and encourages Americans to participate in civic and service projects.

Federal Register Open PDF 88 FR 3283

Record & deadlines

Jan 13, 2023Signed
Signed by the President
Jan 19, 2023FR published
Published in the Federal Register · 88 FR 3283
Federal Register PDF
Jan 16, 2023
Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday observed

Key directives

Proclaim Monday, January 16, 2023 as Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday
Encourage Americans to observe with civic, community, and service projects
Encourage visiting MLKDay.gov for service projects

What to expect

Immediate

January 16, 2023 federal holiday observed

Near term (90d)

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Long term

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Risks & tensions

Contains aspirational policy references to pending legislation (John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act, Freedom to Vote Act) and administration priorities that are not binding directives
The 'call on Congress' language is hortatory, not an operative directive to executive branch actors