SPONSOR:	Rep. Miro; on behalf of all Representatives

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 148th GENERAL ASSEMBLY

HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 19

RECOGNIZING JUNE 2015 AS IMMIGRANT HERITAGE MONTH IN DELAWARE.

WHEREAS, generations of immigrants from every corner of the globe have built our country's economy and created the unique character of our nation; and

WHEREAS, immigrants continue to grow businesses, innovate, strengthen our economy, and create American jobs in the State of Delaware; and

WHEREAS, immigrants have provided the United States with unique social and cultural influence, fundamentally enriching the extraordinary character of our nation; and

WHEREAS, immigrants have been tireless leaders not only in securing their own rights and access to equal opportunity, but have also campaigned to create a fairer and more just society for all Americans; and

WHEREAS, despite these countless contributions, the role of immigrants in building and enriching our nation has frequently been overlooked and undervalued throughout our history and continuing to the present day.

NOW, THEREFORE:

BE IT RESOLVED by the House of Representatives of the 148^th General Assembly of the State of Delaware that that June 2015 is designated as "Immigrant Heritage Month".

SYNOPSIS

This resolution designates June 2015 as Immigrant Heritage Month in Delaware.