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Proclamation 9733

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, 2018

This proclamation designates May 2018 as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, recognizing contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders to the United States. It highlights notable figures like Kalpana Chawla and Susan Ahn Cuddy, references the President's Indo-Pacific diplomacy, and encourages Americans to observe the month with appropriate programs and activities.

Federal Register Open PDF 83 FR 19893

Impact dates

  1. Start of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month observance

Key directives

  • Proclaim May 2018 as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
  • Encourage all Americans to learn more about those of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander heritage
  • Encourage observation of this month with appropriate programs and activities

Timeline

Immediate

  • Proclamation of May 2018 as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Near term (90d)

  • Month-long observance during May 2018

Long term

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Risks & tensions

None flagged.

Proclamation 9733: Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, 2018 · Executive Orders