| Each political subdivision and school administrative unit is |
| encouraged to observe a Maine Week of Heroes during the week, |
| commencing on a Sunday and ending on the next following |
| Saturday, within which September 11th occurs.__The observance |
| may include public proclamations, appropriate ceremonies and |
| the introduction of curricula in school systems recognizing |
| the efforts of heroic people in Maine communities, such as |
| active duty military personnel, emergency medical technicians, |
| firefighters, law enforcement officers, members of the |
| National Guard, members of the United States Coast Guard, |
| United States military veterans and all other heroes who have |
| given their courageous service without regard for their own |
| lives or personal safety to benefit the people of this great |
| land and to serve the needs of the citizens of the State. |
