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Proc 9390ProclamationObama · DCeremonial

Proclamation 9390

Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday, 2016

Civil RightsCivil Rights

In simple terms

President Obama proclaimed January 18, 2016, as the Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday and encouraged Americans to observe it with civic and service projects. The proclamation honors Dr. King's legacy and calls for continued progress toward racial justice and equal opportunity.

Federal Register Open PDF 81 FR 3691

Record & deadlines

  1. Signed

    Signed by the President

  2. FR published

    Published in the Federal Register · 81 FR 3691

    Federal Register PDF

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

Key directives

  • Proclaim January 18, 2016 as Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday
  • Encourage Americans to observe with civic, community, and service projects
  • Encourage visiting www.MLKDay.gov for service projects

What to expect

Immediate

  • January 18, 2016 designated as federal holiday

Near term (90d)

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Long term

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Risks & tensions

None flagged.

Proclamation 9390: Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday, 2016 · Executive Orders