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Proc 8810ProclamationObama · DCeremonial

Proclamation 8810

Law Day, U.S.A., 2012

President Obama proclaimed May 1, 2012 as Law Day, U.S.A., calling on Americans to acknowledge the importance of the nation's legal and judicial systems through ceremonies, activities, and displaying the U.S. flag. The proclamation emphasizes the theme 'No Courts, No Justice, No Freedom' and the role of courts in protecting rights and ensuring access to justice.

Federal Register Open PDF 77 FR 26653

Impact dates

  1. Law Day, U.S.A. observance

Key directives

  • Proclaim May 1, 2012 as Law Day, U.S.A.
  • Call upon all Americans to acknowledge importance of legal and judicial systems with appropriate ceremonies and activities
  • Call upon Americans to display the flag of the United States in support of this national observance

Timeline

Immediate

  • Proclamation of May 1, 2012 as Law Day, U.S.A.

Near term (90d)

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Long term

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Risks & tensions

None flagged.

Proclamation 8810: Law Day, U.S.A., 2012 · Executive Orders