(1) The week beginning with the Sunday preceding November 11 of each year is designated as “Veterans Week.” If November 11 falls on a Sunday, “Veterans Week” begins on that day.
(2) The Governor may annually issue a proclamation designating the week of November 11 as Veterans Week and calling upon public officials, schools, private organizations, and all residents of the state to commemorate Veterans Week and honor the men and women who answered the call during times of war and peace to protect and preserve the treasured freedom of all citizens of the United States.