Law Day
On May 1st, the United States observes Law Day every year. This day, this week is a day for all Americans to reflect on the personal rights and liberties that are enjoyed and exercised daily.
These same rights and freedoms are protected by legislation and courts every day. The observance encourages reflection on the role of law in the country's foundation. It also acknowledges the importance of society. As set out in America's fundamental documents: the Declaration of Independence and the federal Constitution, Law Day has urged Americans to concentrate on every American's rights as laid out in every American's constitution.
How to celebrate #lawday.
The American Bar Association organizes activities for students and local residents. To name a few, essay writing competitions, webinars, theater performances, Teen Court services, scholarship funds, and award presentations are among the many examples. While you're celebrating the day, take a look at forthcoming bills and the current year's theme. Other ways to participate include:: Here are some other ways to participate: http://www.google.com
- Challenge yourself to learn more about how a specific statute relates to you
- Increase your understanding of the justice system and how it works
- Learn how laws are developed
- You may invite an attorney to speak to your class
- Take students to the floor of your state legislature's debate
If you're celebrating, use #LawDay to post on social media.
Law day history
In 1957, the American Bar Association introduced the idea for Law Day. President Dwight D. Eisenhower, a 1958 president, declared the day to be observed on May 1st annually in 1958. Joint Resolution 87-20 was passed by Congress later on April 7, 1961, on April 7, 1961.
Each year, the American Bar Association selects a theme for the holiday. Past Themes include:: Theme that has dominated the news includes:::
- Generations of Justice, 1990 – 1990 – 1990 Generations of Justice – 1990 – 1990 Generations of Justice – 1990 – 1990 Generations of Justice – 1990 – 1990
- E Pluribus Unum – 1995 – 1995
- Democracy and Diversity, 2000. We celebrate Our Freedom: Democracy and Humanity
- We the People in Action: The American Jury: We the People in Action – 2005. We the People in Action: We the People in Action – 2005
- In the 21st Century, Enduring Traditions, Emerging Challenges – 2010: Enduring Traditions, Emerging Challenges. – 2010: Enduring Traditions, Emerging Challenges
- Framework for Freedom – 2018 – A Framework for Freedom: The separation of Powers: A Framework for Freedom
- Vote, Your Voice, Our Democracy: The 19th Amendment – 2020 – The 19th Amendment – The 19th Amendment – The 19th Amendment – The 19th Amendment – 2020
