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Proc 9568ProclamationObama · DCeremonial

Proclamation 9568

Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday, 2017

President Obama proclaims January 16, 2017 as the Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday, encouraging Americans to observe the day with civic and service projects and to visit MLKDay.gov for volunteer opportunities. The proclamation commemorates Dr. King's civil rights legacy and calls for continued pursuit of justice, economic opportunity, and equal treatment.

Federal Register Open PDF 82 FR 7615

Impact dates

  1. Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday takes effect

Key directives

  • Proclaim January 16, 2017 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

  • January 16, 2017 designated as federal holiday

Near term (90d)

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Long term

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Risks & tensions

None flagged.

Proclamation 9568: Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday, 2017 · Executive Orders