DE HR19

Recognizes September 15, 2013 through October 15, 2013 as National Hispanic Heritage Month in Delaware.

Acknowledges the histories, cultures, and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America.

Notes that National Hispanic Heritage Month began in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon Johnson and was expanded to a 30-day period by President Ronald Reagan in 1988, enacted into law on August 17, 1988.

Highlights that September 15 marks the anniversary of independence for Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua, while Mexico and Chile celebrate independence on September 16 and 18 respectively.

Directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to the Latin American Community Center.