A Proclamation on Constitution Day and Citizenship Day, and ...
WEB3 days ago · To honor the timeless principles enshrined in our Constitution, the Congress has, by joint resolution of February 29, 1952 (36 U.S.C. 106), designated September 17 as “Constitution Day and ...
Constitution Day 2024: America’s Rule of Law at a Crossroads
WEB3 days ago · As we mark Constitution Day and Citizenship Day, ... The weekly news publication, The Economist, was founded as part of the anti-corn law movement. Jurist Joseph Story born. On September 18, 1797, future US Supreme Court Justice, Harvard law professor, and legal author Joseph Story was born at Marblehead, Massachusetts. ...
On This Day, Sept. 17: Founding Fathers sign Constitution - UPI
WEB3 days ago · Sept. 17 (UPI) -- On this date in history: In 1787, the U.S. Constitution, completed in Philadelphia, was signed by a majority of the 55 delegates to the Constitutional Convention. Nine states ...
Constitution Day Lecture Explores Free Speech, Public Health
WEB1 day ago · This year’s Constitution Day lecture focused on the intersection of free speech, the First Amendment and public health, an area of law humming with activity. by Tanner Stening. September 19, 2024. Claudia E. Haupt, professor of law and political science, delivered the Constitution Day on Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2024.
Celebrate Constitution Day 2024 with USC - USC Today
WEB3 days ago · — Preamble to the Constitution of the United States. In 2004, Congress passed legislation establishing Constitution and Citizenship Day, a federal holiday commemorating the ratification of the U.S. Constitution on Sept. 17, 1787. This year marks the 237th anniversary of the historic event. Background on the U.S. Constitution
National Archives Kicks Off Two Weeks of Constitution-Related …
WEB4 days ago · WASHINGTON, September 12, 2024 — The National Archives commenced two weeks of civics education programming this week in support of Constitution Day, observed each year on September 17 to commemorate the signing of the Constitution in Philadelphia in 1787.
Celebrating Constitution Day - National Archives
WEBAug 26, 2024 · September 17 is designated as Constitution Day and Citizenship Day to commemorate the signing of the U.S. Constitution in Philadelphia on September 17, 1787. Learn more about the U.S. Constitution through our public programs, family activities, and online resources.
Constitution Day: Remembering Our Responsibilities and …
WEBSep 12, 2023 · The national celebration of Constitution Day traces back to 1940, when Congress passed a resolution authorizing the President to issue an annual proclamation designating the third Sunday in May for the recognition, observance, and commemoration of American citizenship.
The National Archives Celebrates Constitution Day
WEBSep 16, 2022 · September 17 is designated as Constitution Day and Citizenship Day to commemorate the signing of the U.S. Constitution in Philadelphia on September 17, 1787. The National Archives has the original U.S. Constitution on permanent display in the Rotunda of the National Archives Museum.
A Proclamation on Constitution Day and Citizenship Day, and ...
WEBSep 16, 2021 · To honor the timeless principles enshrined in our Constitution, the Congress has, by joint resolution of February 29, 1952 (36 U.S.C. 106), designated September 17 as “Constitution Day and...