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Proc 9572ProclamationTrump 45 · RCeremonial

Proclamation 9572

National African American History Month, 2017

This proclamation designates February 2017 as National African American History Month, recognizing African American heritage and achievements with a focus on education as the year's theme. It calls on public officials, educators, librarians, and all Americans to observe the month with appropriate programs and activities.

Federal Register Open PDF 82 FR 9487

Key directives

  • Proclaim February 2017 as National African American History Month
  • Call upon public officials, educators, librarians, and all people of the United States to observe with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities

Timeline

Immediate

  • February 2017 designated as National African American History Month

Near term (90d)

  • Month-long observance during February 2017

Long term

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Risks & tensions

None flagged.

Proclamation 9572: National African American History Month, 2017 · Executive Orders