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On the 50th Anniversary, Law Day 2008 will explore the meaning of the rule of law, fostering public understanding of the rule of law through discussion of its role in a free society.
Through the efforts of then American Bar Association President Charles S. Rhyne, President Dwight D. Eisenhower proclaimed May 1 Law Day, U.S.A. in 1958.
Its observance was later codified into law by Public Law 87-20 on April 7, 1961. In contrast, most countries celebrate May Day on the same date, as it is designated Labor Day or International Workers Day. Law Day, U.S.A., along with Loyalty Day, was created to counterbalance these celebrations. For more information and resources on Law 2008, visit www.lawday.org.
The Law Day Proclamation
by President Dwight D. Eisenhower Get Involved in Law Day 2008 through the HBA!
Congressional Resolution Establishing Law Day (1961)
In recognition of Law Day, the Houston Bar Association is sponsoring an Essay Contest.
There will be two categories:
Kindergarten - 8th Grade, and 9th - 12th Grade. We hope that the contest will allow
students to recognize the importance of law in our society. The theme for this year is
“The Rule of Law: Foundations
for Communities of Opportunity & Equity.” All essays should represent the students' interpretations of this theme.
For more information, view the flyers.
Kindergarten - 8th Grades
9th - 12th Grades
• Video Contest
(9th - 12th Grade)
The Houston
Bar Association is sponsoring a Video Contest for high school students. We hope that the contest will allow
students to recognize the importance of law in our society. The theme for this year is “The Rule of Law:
Foundations for Communities of Opportunity & Equity.” All videos should represent the students’
interpretations of this theme. For more information, view the
Video contest flyer.
• Law Day Readings
Members of the Houston Bar Association will read to students in 100 elementary schools in the Houston area in honor of Law Day
May 1), from April 21 to May 16, 2008. The book that will read, Duck for President, is an age-appropriate introduction to the
election process for grades 2-5. At the end of the reading, the book will be presented to the school library as a gift from
the Houston Bar Association. If your school would like to be part of this event, please contact Erika Miranda at 713-759-1133.