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MI SR0205

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

9/21/2016

Primary Sponsor

James Ananich

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Origin

Senate

98th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Declares September 15 - October 15, 2016, as Hispanic Heritage Month in Michigan.
  • Recognizes the economic, cultural, and social contributions of Spanish-speaking peoples to the United States in law, religion, agriculture, art, music, education, technology, architecture, cuisine, theater, and exploration.
  • Acknowledges Michigan's significant population of citizens of Spanish and Latin American descent who contribute to the state's economy and society.
  • Notes that the period marks the independence anniversaries of Chile, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, and Nicaragua.
  • Encourages all Michigan citizens to recognize the contributions made by Hispanic-Americans to enhance the quality of life in the state.

Legislative Description

A resolution to declare September 15 - October 15, 2016, as Hispanic Heritage Month.

Hispanic Heritage Month

Last Action

Adopted

9/21/2016

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