An Act To Establish Native American Veterans Day

Emergency preamble. Whereas,  acts and resolves of the Legislature do not become effective until 90 days after adjournment unless enacted as emergencies; and

Whereas,  throughout the history of our nation, Native Americans served our country to defend rights that they themselves were not always afforded; and

Whereas,  the recognition afforded by this Act should be bestowed upon them without further delay; and

Whereas,  in the judgment of the Legislature, these facts create an emergency within the meaning of the Constitution of Maine and require the following legislation as immediately necessary for the preservation of the public peace, health and safety; now, therefore,

Sec. 1. 1 MRSA §150-C  is enacted to read:

§ 150-C.  Native American Veterans Day

The Governor annually shall issue a proclamation designating June 21st as Native American Veterans Day in remembrance of the courage and dedicated service of Native American members of the United States Armed Forces, and the Governor shall urge the people of the State to observe this day in suitable places and with appropriate ceremony and activity.

Emergency clause. In view of the emergency cited in the preamble, this legislation takes effect when approved.