Proclamations

Worldwide Day of Play
Proclamations
WHEREAS, on behalf of the citizens of the state of Alabama, I join Nickelodeon; Afterschool Alliance; ASPCA; Association of Children’s Museums; Boys and Girls Clubs of America; Girl S…

Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
Proclamations
WHEREAS, according to the American Cancer Society, there will be an estimated 11,630 children under the age of 15 diagnosed with cancer in 2013, and there will be an estimated 1,310 dea…

Employ Older Workers Week
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WHEREAS, America is witnessing a dramatic growth in its population of those 55 or older, a trend that will continue well into the 21st century; and WHEREAS, the graying of our populatio…

National Case Management Week
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WHEREAS, the history of case management goes back to the early 1900’s when public health nurses and social workers coordinated services throughout the public health sector; and WHEREA…

Patriot Day & National Day of Service and Remembrance
Proclamations
WHEREAS, on September 11, 2001, the peace and security of our nation was shattered by terrorist attacks that killed thousands of innocent and brave people at the World Trade Center Towe…

National Preparedness Month
Proclamations
WHEREAS, Michael Chertoff, the National Homeland Security Director, named September “National Preparedness Month” which creates a significant opportunity for every Alabamian to lear…

Liturgical Dance Day
Proclamations
WHEREAS, every Sunday morning, liturgical dance is expressed through thousands of ministries across the state of Alabama, and dance ministries will celebrate “Liturgical Dance Day” …

Gynecological Cancer Awareness Day
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WHEREAS, ovarian, cervical, uterine and other gynecological cancers are an insidious threat to the health of women in Alabama; and WHEREAS, many women may be unaware that they carry her…

Falls Prevention Awareness Day
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WHEREAS, the Injury Prevention Plan of Alabama notes that each year in the United States one in every three adults over 65 years of age sustains a fall; and WHEREAS, falling and fear of…

College Savings Month
Proclamations
WHEREAS, the State of Alabama is committed to competing in the global economy, our citizens must recognize the challenge ahead and provide their children with the education and skills t…