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Proc 8561ProclamationObama · DCeremonial

Proclamation 8561

National Hispanic Heritage Month, 2010

This proclamation designates September 15 through October 15, 2010, as National Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrating Hispanic contributions to American society and calling upon public officials, educators, librarians, and all Americans to observe the month with appropriate ceremonies and programs.

Federal Register Open PDF 75 FR 57369

Impact dates

  1. National Hispanic Heritage Month observance period begins

Key directives

  • Proclaim September 15 through October 15, 2010 as National Hispanic Heritage Month
  • Call upon public officials, educators, librarians, and all people of the United States to observe with appropriate ceremonies, activities, and programs

Timeline

Immediate

  • Proclamation takes effect upon signing; observance period begins September 15, 2010

Near term (90d)

  • Month-long observance period September 15-October 15, 2010

Long term

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Risks & tensions

None flagged.

Proclamation 8561: National Hispanic Heritage Month, 2010 · Executive Orders