Armed Forces Day, 2019

This proclamation designates the third Saturday of each May as Armed Forces Day, honoring U.S. military service members and their families. It supersedes the previous year's proclamation and encourages flag displays, state observances, and public participation.

Federal Register Open PDF 84 FR 23701

Impact dates

Date TBD
Third Saturday of May annually as Armed Forces Day

Key directives

Proclaim third Saturday of each May as Armed Forces Day
Invite Governors to provide for observance within their jurisdictions
Invite veterans, civic, and other organizations to join observance
Call upon all Americans to display U.S. flag at homes and businesses on Armed Forces Day
Urge citizens to learn more about military service through local observances

Who is ordered

Governors of the States and Territories

Timeline

Immediate

Proclamation takes effect upon signing
Armed Forces Day observance established for third Saturday of May annually

Near term (90d)

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Long term

Annual recurring observance of Armed Forces Day

Risks & tensions

None flagged.