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Proc 9867ProclamationTrump 45 · RCeremonial

Proclamation 9867

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, 2019

This proclamation designates May 2019 as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, celebrating the contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders to American society. It highlights notable figures including astronaut Ellison Onizuka and Senator Hiram Fong, and encourages Americans to observe the month with appropriate programs and activities.

Federal Register Open PDF 84 FR 19683

Impact dates

  1. End of designated heritage month

  2. Start of designated Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Key directives

  • Proclaim May 2019 as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
  • Encourage all Americans to learn more about Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander heritage
  • Encourage observation with appropriate programs and activities

Timeline

Immediate

  • Proclamation takes effect upon signing
  • May 2019 designated as heritage month

Near term (90d)

  • Month of observance (May 2019)

Long term

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Risks & tensions

None flagged.

Proclamation 9867: Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, 2019 · Executive Orders