United States Code Title 36 — Patriotic and National Observances, Ceremonies, and Organizations

§ 116. Memorial Day

§ 116.

(a)

The last Monday in May is Memorial Day.

(b)

The President is requested to issue each year a proclamation—

(1)

calling on the people of the United States to observe Memorial Day by praying, according to their individual religious faith, for permanent peace;

(2)

designating a period of time on Memorial Day during which the people may unite in prayer for a permanent peace;

(3)

calling on the people of the United States to unite in prayer at that time; and

(4)

calling on the media to join in observing Memorial Day and the period of prayer.