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Proc 10603ProclamationBiden · DCeremonial

Proclamation 10603

Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, 2023

This proclamation commemorates the 33rd anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), celebrating its civil rights legacy while highlighting ongoing challenges for Americans with disabilities. It references various Biden administration policies and investments supporting disability rights but does not establish new binding directives or programs.

Federal Register Open PDF 88 FR 48715

Impact dates

  1. Proclaim July 26, 2023 as Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act

  2. Proclamation of July 26, 2023 as ADA Anniversary

Key directives

  • Proclaim July 26, 2023 as Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act
  • Encourage Americans to celebrate the 33rd year of the ADA

Timeline

Immediate

  • Proclamation of July 26, 2023 as ADA Anniversary

Near term (90d)

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Long term

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Risks & tensions

  • Document references prior executive actions and legislative achievements but creates no new obligations; rhetorical 'call on Congress' and 'continue to urge States' lack enforcement mechanism
  • Mixes commemorative purpose with political messaging about administration accomplishments
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