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Presidential Proclamation for the 2025 National Day of Prayer

Original title: National Day of Prayer, 2025

May 1, 2025

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The Frame

What this does

This formally recognizes a federally designated day for religious observance and outlines the administration's current policy focus on religious liberty and the role of faith in public life.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Citizens of faith

The proclamation encourages these individuals to observe the day through programs, ceremonies, and activities in their communities.

Executive departments and agencies

These entities are subject to the administration's mandate to identify and eliminate policies or practices identified as anti-religious.

What changed

Last recorded activity May 1, 2025.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Summary

President Donald Trump issued a designating May 1, 2025, as the National Day of Prayer. The document highlights the historical role of faith in American governance and encourages citizens to engage in prayer and reflection.

Key Facts

  • President Trump designated May 1, 2025, as the National Day of Prayer.
  • The proclamation references the 1988 Public Law 100-307 which mandates this annual designation.
  • The document mentions the establishment of Task Forces to eradicate religious bias in executive departments.
  • The President recounts his personal experience during the July 13, 2024, assassination attempt as a moment of faith.

Why It Matters

This formally recognizes a federally designated day for religious observance and outlines the administration's current policy focus on religious liberty and the role of faith in public life.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the National Day of Prayer?
It is an annual observance designated by the President on the first Thursday in May, as mandated by Public Law 100-307, for citizens to engage in prayer and meditation.
Does this proclamation change any laws?
No, this is a ceremonial issued in accordance with existing federal law.

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Discoveries

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Institutionalization of Religious Bias Task Forces

The document explicitly links the National Day of Prayer proclamation to the active mandate of Task Forces within executive agencies to eliminate anti-religious policies.

White House Faith Office

Connected Entities

organizationWhite House Faith Office“Office established by the administration to strengthen families and protect reli”Map →
bill_numberPublic Law 100-307“The 1988 law requiring the President to designate the first Thursday in May as a”Map →
personBilly Graham“Referenced as a historical figure in American religious life.”Map →
personDonald Trump“President of the United States who issued the proclamation.”Map →
personGeorge Washington“Cited for his views on religion and morality in political prosperity.”Map →

Sources

Open source document

www.federalregister.gov

Analysis Score

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  • Significance40
    How much this matters to a regular citizen
  • Controversy45
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  • Entertainment30
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  • Buzz40
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