Federal holiday

In the United States, a Federal holiday is a holiday for which federal workers are excused from work.

Presidental Proclamation

Federal law also provides for the declaration of other public holidays by the President of the United States. Generally the president will provide a reasoning behind the elevation of the day, and call on the people of the United States to observe the day "with appropriate ceremonies and activities." However, there is no requirement that business or government close on these days, and many members of the general public never become aware that such holidays even exist. Holidays proclaimed in this way may be considered a "national holiday," but it would be improper to refer to them as a "federal holiday".

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