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The proclamation announces the death of James Earl Carter, Jr., the thirty-ninth President of the United States, and honors his legacy of public service and moral leadership. President Carter was celebrated for his work in promoting global peace, human rights, and various government initiatives, such as creating the Department of Energy and the Department of Education. President Biden expresses sorrow and directs that flags across the nation and at U.S. facilities abroad be flown at half-staff for 30 days to honor Carter. Additionally, January 9, 2025, is designated as a National Day of Mourning, inviting Americans and international communities to pay their respects.

On January 20, 2025, a proclamation was made by the President ordering that the flag of the United States be flown at full-staff to honor Inauguration Day. This applies to the White House, public buildings, military posts, naval stations, and embassies both within the United States and abroad. After Inauguration Day, the flag will return to half-staff to continue mourning the late President James Earl Carter, Jr., as previously directed. This action reflects the importance of Inauguration Day and pays respect to the memory of a former leader.

The Executive Order 14133 mandates that all executive departments and agencies of the Federal Government will be closed on January 9, 2025, to honor James Earl Carter, Jr., the 39th President of the United States. However, agency heads can decide if specific offices need to stay open for important reasons like national security or public need, and some employees may be required to work. The day will be treated like a standard government holiday for pay and leave purposes. The Office of Personnel Management will oversee the implementation of this directive.