9.050. May 1, Law Day. - Missouri Statutes

May 1, Law Day.

9.050. In order to rededicate Missourians to the principlesof the democratic form of government; to emphasize that ours is agovernment of law and not of men; and to further our philosophythat, "The Welfare of the People shall be the Supreme Law", Mayfirst of each year shall be designated as "Law Day U.S.A." It isnot the purpose of this section to declare another legal holiday,but a day to solemnly declare allegiance to the principles ofdemocracy, and respect for law.

(L. 1961 p. 565 §§ 1, 2)