Hispanic Heritage Month

WHEREAS, Americans of Hispanic descent make contributions in every facet of our society; and

WHEREAS, in 1988, the United States Congress authorized Hispanic Heritage Month to encourage all citizens to recognize, understand and appreciate the contributions of Hispanic Americans; and

WHEREAS, Hispanic Americans enrich our culture and arts, serve at every level of government, contribute to our state’s economy by creating business opportunities and jobs, serve valiantly in the military and law enforcement; and have played a significant role in making our state strong and prosperous; and

WHEREAS, Hispanic Heritage Month is an opportunity to celebrate the rich cultural traditions of the Hispanic American community:

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Robert Bentley, Governor of Alabama, do hereby proclaim October 2011, as

Hispanic Heritage Month

in the State of the Alabama.

 

Given Under My Hand and the Great Seal of the Office of the Governor at the State Capitol in the City of Montgomery on the 30th day of September 2011.

 

                                                                                 Governor Robert Bentley