Proclamations
Keep the Spirit of ’45 Alive Day
Proclamations
WHEREAS, on August 14, 1945, the people of the United States received word of the end of World War II, and on that day people in the United States and around the world greeted the news …
Kidney Disease Awareness and Education Week
Proclamations
WHEREAS, there are more than 400,000 Americans who have irreversible kidney failure; and WHEREAS, the only treatment for end stage renal disease (ESRD) is dialysis or kidney transplanta…
Governor Bentley Issues Proclamation Formally Calling Special Election for Alabama’s 1st Congressional District
Press Releases Proclamations
MONTGOMERY – Governor Robert Bentley on Saturday issued a proclamation formally calling a special election for Alabama’s 1st Congressional District. The District 1 seat was official…
Safety in the Workplace Week
Proclamations
WHEREAS, in 2012, the State of Alabama reported 20 occupational-related fatalities; and WHEREAS, in 2012, the State of Alabama reported 14,777 injuries in the workplace, resulting in wo…
Lakes Appreciation Month
Proclamations
WHEREAS, lakes and reservoirs are amongst Alabama’s most valuable natural resources; and WHEREAS, lakes and reservoirs provide drinking water, irrigation, energy, recreation, scenic b…
Baton Twirling Week
Proclamations
WHEREAS, baton twirling has affected the lives of American girls and boys and now has nearly 500,000 active participants; and WHEREAS, baton twirling has been instrumental in building t…
Alabama High School All-Star Week
Proclamations
WHEREAS, the state of Alabama supports the concept of the student athlete and the benefits that athletic programs provide the youth of our state; and WHEREAS, Montgomery will be the hos…
Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita Awareness Day
Proclamations
WHEREAS, arthrogryposis is defined as multiple congenital joint contracture which is when multiple joints are stuck in one position and have very little flexibility; and WHEREAS, arthro…
Constable Day
Proclamations
WHEREAS, the office of Constable was introduced into the British Common Law following the Norman Conquest in 1066; and WHEREAS, the Constable was the first law enforcement officer in th…
Surgical Technologist Week
Proclamations
WHEREAS, surgical technologists play a vital role in the care and health of surgical patients, and currently, all major hospitals within Alabama employ these professionals to work with …