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Proclamation 10890

National Black History Month, 2025

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In simple terms

This proclamation designates February 2025 as National Black History Month, celebrating contributions of Black Americans throughout U.S. history. It calls on public officials, educators, librarians, and citizens to observe the month with programs and activities, but contains no substantive policy directives, regulatory changes, or binding mandates.

Federal Register Open PDF 90 FR 9061

Record & deadlines

  1. Signed

    Signed by the President

  2. FR published

    Published in the Federal Register · 90 FR 9061

    Federal Register PDF

  3. Beginning of National Black History Month observance period

Key directives

  • Proclaim February 2025 as National Black History Month
  • Call upon public officials, educators, librarians, and all people to observe with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities

What to expect

Immediate

  • Proclamation takes effect upon signing; February 2025 designated National Black History Month

Near term (90d)

  • Month-long observance period during February 2025

Long term

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Risks & tensions

  • Inclusion of contemporary political figures (Justice Clarence Thomas, Thomas Sowell) alongside historical figures may generate partisan interpretation, though proclamation text itself is non-binding
  • Vague 'appropriate programs' language creates no enforceable obligation
Proclamation 10890: National Black History Month, 2025 · Executive Orders