    [United States Statutes at Large, Volume 134, 116th Congress, 2nd Session]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

    Proclamation 10023 of April 30, 2020
    Loyalty Day, 2020
    By the President of the United States of America
    A Proclamation
    The United States has been a strong Nation for more than two centuries
    not only because of the ideals that we share as a people, but also
    because of the love we have for our home and the loyalty we have for
    each other. From the beginning of our history and through trials of war
    and peace, Americans have always been filled with a devotion to freedom,
    a fierce spirit of independence, a courageous dedication to the cause of
    self-government, and a sacred commitment to our shared and glorious
    destiny. Together, we honor the wisdom of our Founders. We revere the
    words of our Constitution and our Declaration of Independence. We
    celebrate the heroes of our history and treasure the majesty of
    America's natural beauty. We marvel at the achievements of American
    artists, scientists, engineers, inventors, business leaders, and
    pioneers. And we cherish the nobility of the American way of life.
    For all of these reasons and more, the United States is the most just
    and virtuous nation in the history of the world--and the American people
    are exceptional citizens of an exceptional republic. Americans rightly
    take pride in our country--and we take pride in the unique culture of
    freedom that has been forged over nearly 250 years. Our national
    character is defined by the values of faith and family, liberty and
    fairness, and hard work and personal responsibility. Generations of
    Americans have poured out sweat, blood, soul, and tears to defend these
    values--and on this day, we rededicate ourselves to protecting them in
    our own time, and for unborn generations to come.
    Americans have always been loyal to their Nation--and they deserve a
    government that is always loyal to them in return.
    As we confront the global pandemic that is now afflicting our country,
    we draw strength from the bonds of duty, love, and loyalty that have
    always sustained our Nation through trying times. An army of doctors,
    nurses, truckers, clerks, scientists, service workers, researchers, and
    first responders are doing everything in their power to heal the sick,
    find a cure, and care for the needs of every American--often at grave
    risk to themselves. All across our country, Americans are courageously
    fighting a daily battle against an invisible enemy. In light of the
    extraordinary heroism and dedication we have witnessed, each of us will
    go forward from this challenging time stronger and even more certain
    that when duty calls, we will answer it. On this Loyalty Day, we
    recognize that as long as we take pride in our country, defend our great
    inheritance, and love our Nation, America will rise to every occasion
    and achieve a magnificent future.
    In order to reaffirm our loyalty to our country, to our freedoms, and to
    each other, the Congress, by Public Law 85-529, as amended, has
    designated May 1 of each year as ``Loyalty Day,''; and has requested the
    President issue a proclamation inviting the people of the United States
    to observe that day with appropriate activities. On this day, we honor
    the United States of America and its values, as well as those who have
    fought and continue to fight for our freedom.

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    NOW, THEREFORE, I, DONALD J. TRUMP, President of the United States of
    America, do hereby proclaim May 1, 2020, as Loyalty Day. I call on all
    Americans to observe this day by learning more about the proud history
    of our Nation. I urge all Government officials to display the flag of
    the United States on all Government buildings and grounds on that day.
    IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirtieth day of
    April, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty, and of the
    Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
    fourth.
    DONALD J. TRUMP