September 17th marks Constitution Day. But what is Constitution Day?
In 1787, the United States Constitution was signed in Philadelphia. The day recognizes the adoption of the U.S. Constitution and those who have become U.S. Citizens. While different communities, organizations, and individuals have honored and reflected upon this event for many years in myriad ways, the formal present holiday was established in 2004 via an Omnibus Spending bill. That bill combined the preceding "Citizenship Day" (first recognized in 1941 and historically celebrated in May) with what we now call Constitution and Citizenship Day. The act, 108 Pub. L. 447, requires federal educational institutions and agencies to provide programming on the history of the U.S. Constitution. Communities all across the country also hold citizenship ceremonies each year on September 17th to welcome our nation's newest citizens.
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