36 U.S.C. § 126

National Hispanic Heritage Month

The President is requested to issue each year a proclamation—

(1)

designating September 15 through October 15 as National Hispanic Heritage Month; and

(2)

calling on the people of the United States, especially the educational community, to observe National Hispanic Heritage Month with appropriate ceremonies and activities.

( Pub. L. 105–225 , Aug. 12, 1998 , 112 Stat. 1259 .)