Women's Equality Day, 2017

In simple terms

This proclamation designates August 26, 2017 as Women's Equality Day to commemorate the 97th anniversary of the 19th Amendment's ratification. While primarily ceremonial, it also highlights Trump Administration policy priorities including women entrepreneurs, a proposed national paid family leave program, and workforce development for women in STEM fields.

Federal Register Open PDF 82 FR 41317

Record & deadlines

Aug 25, 2017Signed
Signed by the President
Aug 30, 2017FR published
Published in the Federal Register · 82 FR 41317
Federal Register PDF
Aug 26, 2017
Women's Equality Day observance

Key directives

Proclaim August 26, 2017 as Women's Equality Day
Call upon people of the United States to celebrate achievements of women and observe with appropriate programs and activities

What to expect

Immediate

August 26, 2017 designated as Women's Equality Day
Call for Americans to celebrate with programs and activities

Near term (90d)

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Long term

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Risks & tensions

Document blends ceremonial commemoration with political messaging about administration priorities (paid leave, STEM, entrepreneurship) that were not enacted as described
Budget proposal for paid family leave referenced was not enacted into law
Praise for women's advancement contrasts with administration's broader policy record on women's issues