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Proc 8927ProclamationObama · DCeremonial

Proclamation 8927

Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday, 2013

President Obama proclaims January 21, 2013, as the Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday, encouraging Americans to observe the day with civic and service projects. The proclamation commemorates Dr. King's legacy and calls for continued work toward justice and equality.

Federal Register Open PDF 78 FR 5249

Impact dates

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

Key directives

  • Proclaim January 21, 2013 as Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday
  • Encourage Americans to observe with civic, community, and service projects
  • Encourage visiting www.MLKDay.gov for Day of Service projects

Timeline

Immediate

  • Proclamation of January 21, 2013 as MLK Jr. Federal Holiday

Near term (90d)

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Long term

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Risks & tensions

None flagged.

Proclamation 8927: Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday, 2013 · Executive Orders