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Proc 9741ProclamationTrump 45 · RCeremonial

Proclamation 9741

National Day of Prayer, 2018

This proclamation designates May 3, 2018 as the National Day of Prayer, encouraging Americans to observe the day with prayer and reflection in their houses of worship, communities, workplaces, schools, and homes. It continues an annual tradition established by Congress in 1988 (Public Law 100-307) requiring the President to issue such proclamations.

Federal Register Open PDF 83 FR 20713

Impact dates

  1. Proclamation takes effect upon issuance for May 3, 2018 observance

Key directives

  • Proclaim May 3 as National Day of Prayer
  • Encourage all Americans to observe this day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities

Timeline

Immediate

  • Proclamation takes effect upon issuance for May 3, 2018 observance

Near term (90d)

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Long term

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Risks & tensions

None flagged.

Proclamation 9741: National Day of Prayer, 2018 · Executive Orders