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Proc 8714ProclamationObama · DCeremonial

Proclamation 8714

Constitution Day and Citizenship Day, Constitution Week, 2011

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In simple terms

This proclamation designates September 17, 2011, as Constitution Day and Citizenship Day and September 17-23, 2011, as Constitution Week. It encourages federal, state, and local officials and civic leaders to conduct ceremonies and programs reflecting on citizenship and the Constitution.

Federal Register Open PDF 76 FR 58707

Record & deadlines

  1. Signed

    Signed by the President

  2. FR published

    Published in the Federal Register · 76 FR 58707

    Federal Register PDF

  3. Constitution Week ends

  4. Constitution Day and Citizenship Day takes effect

  5. Constitution Week begins

Key directives

  • Proclaim September 17, 2011 as Constitution Day and Citizenship Day
  • Proclaim September 17 through September 23, 2011 as Constitution Week
  • Encourage federal, state, and local officials to conduct ceremonies and programs
  • Encourage leaders of civic, social, and educational organizations to conduct ceremonies and programs

What to expect

Immediate

  • Designation of September 17, 2011 as Constitution Day and Citizenship Day
  • Designation of September 17-23, 2011 as Constitution Week

Near term (90d)

  • Encouraged ceremonies and programs during Constitution Week (September 17-23, 2011)

Long term

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Risks & tensions

None flagged.

Proclamation 8714: Constitution Day and Citizenship Day, Constitution Week, 2011 · Executive Orders