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Title:observing the national day of mourning for jimmy carter: what's closed?

Jimmy Carter, the beloved ex-president of the United States, passed away at the ripe age of 100 on December 29. President Joe Biden showed his respect by declaring January 9 as a day of mourning through an executive order. This day also marked Carter's official state funeral at the esteemed...

The United States Capitol building lowered its flag to half-mast on January 2, 2023, in mourning...
The United States Capitol building lowered its flag to half-mast on January 2, 2023, in mourning for the passing of ex-President Jimmy Carter.

Title:observing the national day of mourning for jimmy carter: what's closed?

Jimmy Biden is scheduled to deliver a heartfelt eulogy, and President-elect Donald Trump has announced his intentions to attend the service. Following the passing of former President Carter, all flags will be flying at half-mast for an entire month.

Though this isn't a federal holiday, many establishments will operate as usual. To avoid any surprises, be sure to double-check local store hours ahead of time.

The last National Day of Mourning took place in December 2018, honoring the late former President George H.W. Bush, who left us at the ripe age of 94.

On January 9, the following entities will be affected by this solemn occasion:

Stock Market

In tribute to former President Carter, Nasdaq's equities and options markets will cease operation. They will also observe a moment of silence at 9:20 am EST. As suggested by the Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association, the bond market will close at 2 pm EST.

In a sentimental statement, Tal Cohen, Nasdaq's president, conveyed, "We mourn the loss of President Carter and will be closing our U.S. markets during the National Day of Mourning to celebrate his life and honor his legacy."

New York Stock Exchange will observe a halt in trading activities, with the flag above the exchange likewise flying at half-mast.

Mail Service

According to the National Postal Mail Handlers Union, the United States Postal Service (USPS) will temporarily halt operations on January 9. Despite this, limited package deliveries may still be possible.

Supreme Court

Chief Justice John Roberts ordered the Supreme Court building to close on January 9. While the court won't be in session that day, it's approaching the January 19 deadline set for TikTok to divest from its Chinese parent company – a federal law that the company has challenged in the U.S. Supreme Court.

Government Offices

As part of the executive order, all federal departments and agencies will be closed on January 9. Nevertheless, certain vital employees responsible for national defense, security, or other public needs will continue working that day.

These modifications and closures pay homage to former President Carter, recognizing his remarkable life and lasting impact.

[1]: Enrichment Data: All United States government departments and agencies, except for those essential to national security, defense, or other public needs, will be closed on National Day of Mourning in honor of Former President Jimmy Carter.[2]: Enrichment Data: The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and Nasdaq equities and options markets will be closed on National Day of Mourning in honor of Former President Jimmy Carter.[3]: Enrichment Data: The United States Postal Service (USPS) will be closed on National Day of Mourning in honor of Former President Jimmy Carter, with limited package deliveries potentially still possible.[4]: Enrichment Data: Nasdaq bond market will close at 2 PM EST during National Day of Mourning in honor of Former President Jimmy Carter, recommended by the Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association.[5]: Enrichment Data: The Supreme Court building will be closed on National Day of Mourning in honor of Former President Jimmy Carter, as Chief Justice John Roberts ordered.

Many businesses may choose to operate as usual during the National Day of Mourning, but it's advisable to confirm their hours of operation ahead of time. The stock market, including the Nasdaq and New York Stock Exchange, will observe closures and moment of silence in honor of Former President Carter.

In honor of the departed former President Jimmy Carter, a poignant tribute takes form in the form of a button, proudly displayed in his cherished hometown of Plains, Georgia, on December 30.

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