Proclamation 10625-Constitution Day and Citizenship Day, and Constitution Week, 2023
Issued 2023-09-15 by Joseph R. Biden Jr.
Plain-English Overview
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Proclamation 10625 designates September 17, 2023 as Constitution Day and Citizenship Day and September 17-23 as Constitution Week, marking the 236th anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Constitution in 1787. The proclamation calls on Americans to learn about, celebrate, and uphold the principles of constitutional governance, emphasizing the Constitution as the enduring foundation of American democracy and the rule of law.
This proclamation is directed at students, educators, civic organizations, and all Americans. It does not create new educational mandates beyond existing federal requirements for institutions receiving federal funds to hold programs on the Constitution on September 17. Its purpose is to reinforce the civic importance of the Constitution and encourage broad public engagement with its principles.
Constitution Day has been observed annually through presidential proclamation for decades. This proclamation is a routine ceremonial practice carrying no binding legal effect beyond recognizing the observance.
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Constitutional Analysis
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This proclamation designates "Proclamation 10625-Constitution Day and Citizenship Day, and Constitution Week, 2023" — a ceremonial observance that brings national attention to constitution. 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.
Official Summary
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