[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 158 (Thursday, October 20, 2011)]
[Senate]
[Page S6879]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         SUBMITTED RESOLUTIONS

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   SENATE RESOLUTION 301--URGING THE PEOPLE OF THE UNITED STATES TO 
  OBSERVE OCTOBER 2011 AS ITALIAN AND ITALIAN-AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH

  Mr. CASEY submitted the following resolution; which was referred to 
the Committee on the Judiciary:

                              S. Res. 301

       Whereas Italian and Italian-American Heritage Month is an 
     appropriate time to recognize the enormous contributions that 
     Italian and Italian-American people have made to the United 
     States and the world throughout history, including generals, 
     admirals, philosophers, statesmen, musicians, athletes, and 
     Nobel Prize-winning scientists;
       Whereas Italian and Italian-American Heritage Month salutes 
     the Italian and Italian-American community and expresses 
     appreciation for the culture and heritage of Italians and 
     Italian Americans that has immeasurably enriched the lives of 
     the people of the United States and the world;
       Whereas the strength and success of the United States, the 
     vitality of communities, and the effectiveness of society 
     depend, in great measure, upon the distinctive and sterling 
     qualities demonstrated by various ethnic groups and 
     exemplified by members of the Italian and Italian-American 
     community, who share their rich and unique heritage with all 
     people of the United States; and
       Whereas it is fitting and proper that October 2011 be 
     observed as Italian and Italian-American Heritage Month 
     throughout the United States: Now, therefore, be it
       Resolved, That the Senate--
       (1) recognizes the enormous contributions that Italian and 
     Italian-American people have made to the United States and 
     the world throughout history; and
       (2) urges the people of the United States--
       (A) to acknowledge October 2011 as Italian and Italian-
     American Heritage Month; and
       (B) to observe the month with appropriate events and 
     activities.

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