Presidential·Proclamation

Martin Luther King Jr. Day: Federal Holiday Proclamation for 2026

Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday, 2026

Key Points

Trump proclaims January 19, 2026, as the Martin Luther King Jr. federal holiday.
The proclamation honors Dr. King’s civil rights work and calls for equal justice and human dignity.
It encourages Americans to mark the day by doing acts of service for neighbors, communities, and the country.
This is mainly a ceremonial action and does not create new programs or change federal benefits.
The proclamation also points to releasing assassination-related documents as part of honoring Dr. King’s legacy.

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Presidential Proclamation

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Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday, 2026

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