Proc 8641ProclamationObama · DCeremonial

Proclamation 8641

Cesar Chavez Day, 2011

In simple terms

President Obama issued a ceremonial proclamation establishing March 31 of each year as Cesar Chavez Day, calling on Americans to observe it with service, community, and educational programs honoring the labor leader's legacy of nonviolent advocacy for farm workers' rights.

Record & deadlines

  1. Signed

    Signed by the President

  2. FR published

    Published in the Federal Register · 76 FR 18629

Key directives

  • Proclaim March 31 of each year as Cesar Chavez Day
  • Call upon all Americans to observe this day with appropriate service, community, and educational programs

What to expect

Immediate

  • Annual designation of March 31 as Cesar Chavez Day takes effect

Near term (90d)

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Long term

  • Recurring annual observance on March 31

Risks & tensions

None flagged.

Proclamation 8641: Cesar Chavez Day, 2011 · Executive Orders