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Proc 9839ProclamationTrump 45 · RCeremonial

Proclamation 9839

Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday, 2019

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In simple terms

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.

Federal Register Open PDF 84 FR 365

Record & deadlines

  1. Signed

    Signed by the President

  2. FR published

    Published in the Federal Register · 84 FR 365

    Federal Register PDF

  3. 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

What to expect

Immediate

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

Near term (90d)

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Long term

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Risks & tensions

None flagged.

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