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Proclamation 8712

National Hispanic Heritage Month, 2011

This proclamation designates September 15 through October 15, 2011, as National Hispanic Heritage Month under the annual authorization of Public Law 100-402. It celebrates Hispanic contributions to American society and calls upon public officials, educators, librarians, and all Americans to observe the month with appropriate ceremonies and programs.

Federal Register Open PDF 76 FR 58375

Impact dates

  1. Start of National Hispanic Heritage Month observance period

Key directives

  • Proclaim September 15 through October 15, 2011, as National Hispanic Heritage Month
  • Call upon public officials, educators, librarians, and all people of the United States to observe this month with appropriate ceremonies, activities, and programs under the theme 'Renewing the American Dream'

Timeline

Immediate

  • Proclamation of National Hispanic Heritage Month for September 15-October 15, 2011

Near term (90d)

  • Observance period for ceremonies and programs

Long term

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Risks & tensions

None flagged.

Proclamation 8712: National Hispanic Heritage Month, 2011 · Executive Orders