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Proclamation 8773

Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday, 2012

This proclamation designates January 16, 2012, as the Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday. It commemorates Dr. King's legacy and encourages Americans to observe the day with civic, community, and service projects.

Federal Register Open PDF 77 FR 2905

Impact dates

  1. Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday observed

Key directives

  • Proclaim January 16, 2012 as Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday
  • Encourage Americans to observe with civic, community, and service projects
  • Encourage visiting www.MLKDay.gov to find Day of Service projects

Timeline

Immediate

  • January 16, 2012 designated as federal holiday

Near term (90d)

—

Long term

—

Risks & tensions

None flagged.

Proclamation 8773: Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday, 2012 · Executive Orders