Loyalty Day, 2019

In simple terms

This proclamation designates May 1, 2019 as Loyalty Day, calling on Americans to observe the day with ceremonies including the Pledge of Allegiance and directing government officials to display the U.S. flag on all government buildings and grounds. It commemorates the heritage of American freedom and honors military service members and veterans.

Federal Register Open PDF 84 FR 19695

Record & deadlines

Apr 30, 2019Signed
Signed by the President
May 6, 2019FR published
Published in the Federal Register · 84 FR 19695
Federal Register PDF
May 1, 2019
Loyalty Day observation and flag display

Key directives

Proclaim May 1, 2019 as Loyalty Day
Call on Americans to observe with appropriate ceremonies in schools and public places including Pledge of Allegiance recitation
Call upon all Government officials to display the flag of the United States on all Government buildings and grounds on May 1, 2019

Who is ordered

all Government officials

What to expect

Immediate

May 1, 2019 designated as Loyalty Day

Near term (90d)

Flag display on government buildings for May 1, 2019

Long term

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Risks & tensions

None flagged.