Italian American Heritage and Culture Month, 2010

In simple terms

President Obama proclaimed October 2010 as Italian American Heritage and Culture Month, recognizing Italian Americans' historical contributions and calling on Americans to learn about their history and observe the month with programs and activities.

Federal Register Open PDF 75 FR 64613

Record & deadlines

Oct 14, 2010Signed
Signed by the President
Oct 19, 2010FR published
Published in the Federal Register · 75 FR 64613
Federal Register PDF
Oct 1, 2010
Start of Italian American Heritage and Culture Month observance period

Key directives

Proclaim October 2010 as Italian American Heritage and Culture Month
Call upon all Americans to learn more about Italian American history
Call upon all Americans to observe the month with appropriate programs and activities

What to expect

Immediate

Proclamation takes effect upon signing; October 2010 designated as Italian American Heritage and Culture Month

Near term (90d)

Month-long observance during October 2010

Long term

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Risks & tensions

None flagged.