Massachusetts § 15Q - United States Marine Corps Day
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 15Q — United States Marine Corps Day, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 15Q. United States Marine Corps Day
Section 15Q. The governor shall annually set apart November the tenth, the anniversary of the founding of the United States Marine Corps, as United States Marine Corps Day, in recognition of the distinguished patriotic services rendered by said organization, and by the citizens of the commonwealth who so gallantly served, and shall issue a proclamation recommending that the day be observed by the people in the display of the flag and by appropriate exercises in the public schools and elsewhere, commemorative of the services and sacrifices of the men of the commonwealth who have served and will serve in the defense of the United States.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 15Q
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 15Q cover?
Section 15Q ("United States Marine Corps Day") is part of the Massachusetts General Laws, the codified statutory law of Massachusetts. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Massachusetts § 15Q?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 15Q" (Massachusetts). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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