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Proc 9604ProclamationTrump 45 · RCeremonial

Proclamation 9604

Law Day, U.S.A., 2017

Democracy & GovernanceDemocracy & Governance

In simple terms

President Trump issued a ceremonial proclamation designating May 1, 2017, as Law Day, U.S.A., calling on Americans to reflect on the rule of law, separation of powers, and constitutional governance. The proclamation references historical figures and documents but imposes no binding policy requirements.

Federal Register Open PDF 82 FR 21105

Record & deadlines

  1. Signed

    Signed by the President

  2. FR published

    Published in the Federal Register · 82 FR 21105

    Federal Register PDF

  3. Law Day, U.S.A. observance date

Key directives

  • Proclaim May 1, 2017 as Law Day, U.S.A.
  • Urge all Americans, including government officials, to observe this day by reflecting upon the importance of the rule of law and displaying the U.S. flag

What to expect

Immediate

  • May 1, 2017 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 9604: Law Day, U.S.A., 2017 · Executive Orders