Alabama Saves Week
WHEREAS, personal and household savings is fundamental to the stability and vitality of Alabama and the United States; and
WHEREAS, debt reduction and adequate savings for emergencies, education, retirement and other purposes are critical components of personal financial security; and
WHEREAS, America Saves is a national campaign to persuade, encourage and motivate Americans to take financial action in building wealth through saving money and reducing debt; and
WHEREAS, the Alabama Cooperative Extension System and the Alabama Saves Coalition are partners in the national America Saves campaign and are committed to helping all Alabama citizens take immediate financial action to save and build assets:
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Robert Bentley, Governor of Alabama, do hereby proclaim February 25 through March 2, 2013, as
Alabama Saves Week
in the state of Alabama.
Provided by the Office of the Governor of Alabama | governor.alabama.gov