Space Day, 2003
By the Governor of the State of Alabama
A Proclamation
April 30, 2003

WHEREAS, the Space DaySM global celebration on the first Thursday in May is the culminating event for the year-round educational initiative of The Space Day Foundation, Inc. and is supported by Space DaySM Partners who represent educational, professional, trade associations, youth organizations, corporations and governmental agencies; and

WHEREAS, the Space Day educational initiative encourages people of all ages from around the world to advance science, math, technology and engineering education; and

WHEREAS, Space Day events and activities are held to inspire future generations to continue the vision of our space pioneers and also to celebrate the extraordinary achievements, benefits and opportunities in the exploration and use of space; and

WHEREAS, Alabama will join with other organizations in conducting Space Day programs that educate and communicate the excitement and importance of space in our lives:

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Bob Riley, Governor of the State of Alabama, do hereby proclaim, May 1, 2003, as Space Day in the State of Alabama.

GIVEN UNDER MY HAND and the Great Seal of the Governor’s Office at the State Capitol in the City of Montgomery on the 30th day of April 2003.

Bob Riley

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