President Joe Biden declared Thursday a National Day of Mourning to honor the legacy of former President Jimmy Carter following his death on December 29.
Although January 9 is a holiday for most federal employees, it is not considered a national holiday. This means that businesses and non-federal workplaces are not required to close.
Here’s what you need to know about the National Day of Mourning.
President Joe Biden declared Thursday, January 9, as a National Day of Mourning to honor the legacy of former President Jimmy Carter following his death on December 29.
Is January 9 a national holiday?
National Day of Mourning is not classified as a federal or state holiday, meaning banks and private businesses do not have to close, but can choose to do so. However, according to the White House, all executive departments and agencies will close on Thursday. But not all federal employees will be exempt from work.
Are the banks closed on Thursday January 9?
Banks remain open because National Day of Mourning is not classified as a federal holiday for private institutions.
Are post offices closed on January 9?
Post offices are closed and there will be no mail delivery on January 9, according to USA TODAY.
Will FedEx and UPS deliver on January 9?
Other delivery services, such as FedEx and UPS, should operate at normal capacity starting January 9.
Are schools closed on January 9?
Schools and universities are likely to be open on January 9, weather permitting.
However, school closures vary by state and school district. Check your local school district’s website for school closures.
Is the stock market closed on January 9?
Trading on the New York Stock Exchange closes on January 9. The Nasdaq also said it will close trading on all U.S. stocks and options on Thursday.
According to a recommendation from the Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association, bond markets will be open, but with limited hours, closing early at 2:00 PM ET.
Will waste be collected on January 9?
The City of Cincinnati website does not classify Jan. 9 as a holiday, which means Thursday trash pickup should remain in operation.
Will restaurants and shops be open on January 9?
Most businesses and retailers may remain open or have adjusted hours. Therefore, please contact your local stores to check their opening hours.
What else is closed on January 9?
All federal offices will be closed on January 9 in honor of Carter’s death. All flags will be flown at half-staff at the White House and on all public buildings, grounds, all military posts, naval stations and ships for a period of 30 days from the day of his death.
What is a national day of mourning?
President Joe Biden has declared January 9 a national day of mourning in honor of the death of former President Jimmy Carter, who died on December 29 at the age of 100. Biden urges Americans to gather “in their respective houses of worship” on January 9. ” to pay tribute to Carter, USA TODAY reports.
What happens on the National Day of Mourning?
Although Carter’s funeral services began Saturday morning in his home state of Georgia, the 39th president’s official state funeral will take place Thursday, January 9, at the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, DC.
Visit usatoday.com for a full schedule of events.
Contributors: USA Today Network, Reuters, New York Connect Team and The Columbus Dispatch.
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