Proclamation 10964—90th Anniversary of the Social Security Act
Issued 2025-08-14 by Donald J. Trump
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This proclamation marks the 90th anniversary of the Social Security Act, a law established in 1935 to provide support for seniors and hardworking Americans. The President is reaffirming his commitment to protecting Social Security and Medicare, as well as ensuring that future generations receive the benefits they’ve earned.
The proclamation highlights recent efforts to strengthen Social Security, including providing a tax break for seniors receiving benefits and aggressively combating fraud, waste, and abuse within the program. Specifically, it notes that most seniors will pay no taxes on their Social Security benefits due to recent legislation.
Finally, the proclamation focuses on improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the Social Security Administration by reducing wait times and ensuring timely payments to American citizens. It also emphasizes border security policies to protect Social Security and Medicare from abuse by those who are not eligible for these programs.
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Constitutional Analysis
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This proclamation designates "90th Anniversary of the Social Security Act" — a ceremonial observance that brings national attention to anniversary of the social security act. 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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