Every year, War on Poverty Day is observed on January 8, aimed at reflecting on the impact of the legislation first introduced in 1964 by President Lyndon B. Johnson. The legislation grew economic opportunity through anti-poverty, health, education, and employment policies.
War on Poverty Day – History
On January 8, 1964, United States President Lyndon B. Johnson introduced the first legislation during his State of the Union Address. It was in response to a national poverty rate of around 19%. United States Congress passed the Economic Opportunity Act, which founded the Office of Economic Opportunity (OEO) to administer the local application of federal funds targeted against poverty.
War on Poverty Day – Dates
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | January 8 | Monday |
| 2025 | January 8 | Wednesday |
| 2026 | January 8 | Thursday |
| 2027 | January 8 | Friday |
| 2028 | January 8 | Saturday |
I’m Not Going To Take It Anymore Day
FAQs
Is War on Poverty Day an official holiday?
No, it was not declared as an official national holiday.