1.1 	A bill for an act
1.2 	relating to state observances; creating Veterans' Voices Month;proposing coding 
1.3 	for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 10.
1.4 	BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA:

1.5 	Section 1. [10.582] VETERANS' VOICES MONTH.
1.6 	The month of October is designated as Veterans' Voices Month in recognition of the 
1.7 	state's desire to honor, recognize, and celebrate the contributions of veterans. Schools, 
1.8 	organizations, and communities in the state are encouraged to hold events and programs 
1.9 	that honor veterans and educate students and citizens about the unique culture of the 
1.10 	military by sharing and studying veterans' experiences through stories, essays, poetry, and 
1.11 	art from the men and women who have served in the armed forces. The state declares that 
1.12 	in order to educate the public, the governor may promote and encourage the observance of 
1.13 	Veterans' Voices Month.

1.14 	EFFECTIVE DATE. This section is effective the day following final enactment.