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Proc 8972ProclamationObama · DCeremonial

Proclamation 8972

Law Day, U.S.A., 2013

President Obama proclaimed May 1, 2013 as Law Day, U.S.A., calling on Americans to acknowledge the nation's legal and judicial systems through ceremonies, activities, and displaying the U.S. flag. The proclamation reflects on historical civil rights milestones and reaffirms the role of courts in pursuing equality and justice.

Federal Register Open PDF 78 FR 26227

Impact dates

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

Key directives

  • Proclaim May 1, 2013 as Law Day, U.S.A.
  • Call upon all Americans to acknowledge legal and judicial systems with appropriate ceremonies and activities
  • Call upon all Americans to display the flag of the United States

Timeline

Immediate

  • May 1, 2013 designated as Law Day, U.S.A.

Near term (90d)

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Long term

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Risks & tensions

None flagged.

Proclamation 8972: Law Day, U.S.A., 2013 · Executive Orders