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Proclamation 8766

Bill of Rights Day, 2011

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In simple terms

This proclamation designates December 15, 2011, as Bill of Rights Day to commemorate the 220th anniversary of the ratification of the Bill of Rights. It calls upon Americans to observe the day with appropriate ceremonies and activities.

Federal Register Open PDF 76 FR 77365

Record & deadlines

  1. Signed

    Signed by the President

  2. FR published

    Published in the Federal Register · 76 FR 77365

    Federal Register PDF

  3. Bill of Rights Day observance

Key directives

  • Proclaim December 15, 2011 as Bill of Rights Day
  • Call upon people of the United States to mark observance with appropriate ceremonies and activities

What to expect

Immediate

  • Proclamation issued December 8, 2011

Near term (90d)

  • December 15, 2011 observance date

Long term

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Risks & tensions

None flagged.

Proclamation 8766: Bill of Rights Day, 2011 · Executive Orders