Commemorative Days, Weeks, and Months: Background and Current Practice
Description:
This report summarizes the different types of commemorative time periods--federal holidays; patriotic and national observances; and commemorative days, weeks, and months. Second, it discusses the current rules in the House and Senate that govern this type of legislation. Finally, the report discusses options for Congress, including introducing legislation in the House and Senate, and asking the president to issue a proclamation.
Date:
March 25, 2016
Creator:
Straus, Jacob R. & Nagel, Jared C.
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UNT Libraries Government Documents Department