Why 9/11 isn't a federal holiday, according to experts
Summary
September 11 is not a federal holiday but is observed as Patriot Day, a national day of remembrance with flags at half-staff and moments of silence. Creating a federal holiday requires congressional approval and involves costs and disruptions, which has limited new federal holidays.Key Facts
- Patriot Day on September 11 honors the victims of the 2001 terrorist attacks but is not a federal holiday.
- Federal holidays apply mainly to federal employees and Washington D.C., while states can have their own holidays.
- The last federal holiday added was Juneteenth in 2021, marking the emancipation of enslaved people.
- Adding a federal holiday requires a law passed by Congress, which is rare due to costs and business impact.
- Patriot Day was established by a 2001 congressional resolution and is recognized with flag ceremonies and moments of silence.
- In 2009, Patriot Day was designated a National Day of Service and Remembrance, encouraging community activities.
- Federal holidays aim to celebrate important American history or heritage events.
- The fast establishment of Patriot Day as a remembrance likely reduced efforts to make it a federal holiday.
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