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Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy signed a law designating Hispanic Heritage Month, running from September 15th to October 15th, following the federal version started by President Reagan. The bill, introduced by Anchorage Democratic Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson, highlights the significant contributions of Hispanic and Latino individuals to Alaskas history, culture, and economy. The law received unanimous support in the Senate and passed the House with 36 votes. It joins other recent recognitions of diverse groups in Alaska, such as Filipino American History Month, Juneteenth as a state holiday, and Womens History Month.

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