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Proclamation 9078

Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday, 2014

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In simple terms

This proclamation designates January 20, 2014, as the Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday. It commemorates Dr. King's civil rights legacy, calls on Americans to observe the day with service projects, and directs citizens to MLKDay.gov for volunteer opportunities.

Federal Register Open PDF 79 FR 3719

Record & deadlines

  1. Signed

    Signed by the President

  2. FR published

    Published in the Federal Register · 79 FR 3719

    Federal Register PDF

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

Key directives

  • Proclaim January 20, 2014 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

What to expect

Immediate

  • January 20, 2014 designated as federal holiday

Near term (90d)

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Long term

  • Annual recurrence of MLK Jr. Day observance

Risks & tensions

None flagged.

Proclamation 9078: Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday, 2014 · Executive Orders