Connecticut law sets annual observances for history, health, and community

The law directs the Governor to proclaim Indigenous Peoples' Day. Public schools must suitably observe the day to commemorate Native Americans and their contributions to American life and civilization. The observance takes place on the last Friday in September each year. This section takes effect from passage.

The law directs the Governor to proclaim annual days and months recognizing history, health awareness, and religious observance. These observances recognize Lobster Roll Day, the Hartford Whalers, topical steroid withdrawal, the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, Henry Breault, Eid al-Fitr, and Progressive Supranuclear Palsy awareness. Suitable exercises may be held at the State Capitol or elsewhere as the Governor designates. The dates are the third Sunday in September, January 11, February 3, March 4, March 8, the first day of Shawwal, and the month of May each year.

The law directs the Governor to proclaim annual days and a month for remembrance, awareness, and community ties. These observances recognize Hiram Bingham IV, ovarian cancer awareness, getting to know neighbors, and veterans and military members lost to suicide. Suitable exercises may be held at the State Capitol or elsewhere as the Governor designates. The dates are July 17, September 28, and September 30, with ovarian cancer awareness observed throughout September each year.