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Proc 9769ProclamationTrump 45 · RCeremonial

Proclamation 9769

Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, 2018

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In simple terms

This proclamation commemorates the 28th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), celebrating its impact on expanding access and opportunity for Americans with disabilities. It reaffirms commitment to disability inclusion and references prior executive action on apprenticeships, but contains no binding policy directives or mandates.

Federal Register Open PDF 83 FR 36721

Record & deadlines

  1. Signed

    Signed by the President

  2. FR published

    Published in the Federal Register · 83 FR 36721

    Federal Register PDF

  3. Day of celebration for 28th Anniversary of the ADA

Key directives

  • Proclaim July 26, 2018 as a day of celebration
  • Call upon Americans to observe with appropriate ceremonies and activities

What to expect

Immediate

  • Proclamation of July 26, 2018 as commemorative day

Near term (90d)

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Long term

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Risks & tensions

  • Vague reference to 'Executive Order to develop more apprenticeship programs' in June 2017 lacks specificity; no concrete policy commitments beyond commemoration
Proclamation 9769: Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, 2018 · Executive Orders