Proclamation 10006-World Autism Awareness Day, 2020
Issued 2020-04-01 by Donald J. Trump
Plain-English Overview
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On March 31, 2020, President Donald J. Trump issued a proclamation officially designating April 2, 2020, as World Autism Awareness Day. This action is a ceremonial observance that brings national attention to world autism. It does not create new laws, direct federal spending, or impose legal obligations on citizens.
This proclamation serves as a tribute to the millions of Americans living with autism spectrum disorder and expresses gratitude to those who support them. It calls upon all Americans to learn more about autism, understand the challenges faced by individuals with autism, and find ways to support them and their families.
This action matters because it expresses the sentiment of the President on behalf of the nation, drawing public awareness to autism and the autism community. It aims to encourage all Americans to learn more about autism and support individuals with autism and their families, aligning with the President's commitment to ensuring Americans with autism spectrum disorder can thrive and prosper. Presidents have issued ceremonial proclamations like this since George Washington, and they are purely declaratory, requiring no congressional approval and facing no constitutional challenges.
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Constitutional Analysis
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This proclamation designates "Proclamation 10006-World Autism Awareness Day, 2020" — a ceremonial observance that brings national attention to world autism. Presidents have issued ceremonial proclamations since George Washington, and they fall squarely within the executive tradition. They do not create new law, direct federal spending, or impose legal obligations on citizens.
Ceremonial proclamations like this one are purely declaratory. They express the sentiment of the President on behalf of the nation, drawing public awareness to causes or communities. They require no congressional approval and face no constitutional challenges.
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