Proc 9839ProclamationTrump 45 · RCeremonial

Proclamation 9839

Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday, 2019

President Trump issued a ceremonial proclamation designating January 21, 2019, as the Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday. The proclamation commemorates Dr. King's legacy, references economic and criminal justice achievements including the First Step Act, and encourages Americans to engage in acts of service.

Impact dates

  1. Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday observed

Key directives

  • Proclaim January 21, 2019 as the Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday
  • Encourage all Americans to engage in acts of service

Timeline

Immediate

  • Proclamation of January 21, 2019 as Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday

Near term (90d)

Long term

Risks & tensions

None flagged.

Proclamation 9839: Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday, 2019 · Executive Orders