Proc 10676ProclamationBiden · DCeremonial

Proclamation 10676

National Child's Day, 2023

In simple terms

This proclamation designates November 20, 2023, as National Child's Day, calling on government officials, educators, volunteers, and the public to observe it with programs and ceremonies. The text is primarily commemorative, reciting past administration achievements in education, health care, climate, and gun safety without creating new mandates or programs.

Record & deadlines

  1. Signed

    Signed by the President

  2. FR published

    Published in the Federal Register · 88 FR 81339

  3. National Child's Day observance

Key directives

  • Proclaim November 20, 2023 as National Child's Day
  • Call upon government officials, educators, volunteers, and people of the United States to observe this day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities

What to expect

Immediate

  • National Child's Day observance on November 20, 2023

Near term (90d)

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Long term

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Risks & tensions

  • Text references multiple past and proposed policies but these are descriptive, not directive; no new obligations created
  • Vague call to 'observe this day with appropriate programs' lacks enforcement or funding mechanism
Proclamation 10676: National Child's Day, 2023 · Executive Orders