By the Governor of the State of Georgia, a proclamation, 2016 September 30

BY THE GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA

A PROCLAMATION

LIFE INSURANCE AWARENESS MONTH

WHEREAS:

When a family loses a loved one, having a life insurance can provide a tremendous source of financial relief and security during a somber time by covering medical bills, funeral costs, and other expenses; and

WHEREAS:

Roughly 95 million adult Americans do not have a life insurance policy. Of those families who carry life insurance policies, many lack the coverage recommend by most experts; and

WHEREAS:

Following the death of a family member, some families may experience increased financial vulnerability, making life insurance coverage especially important today; and

WHEREAS:

Despite the importance of life insurance and the peace of mind that it brings to millions of American families, there are still too many Americans who lack adequate coverage; and

WHEREAS:

The LIFE Happens organization represents life insurance companies and other organizations that strive to make consumers more aware for the need for life insurance protection, to encourage them to seek advice from a qualified insurance professional, and to take the actions necessary to achieve a financially secure future for their loved ones; now

THEREFORE:

I, NATHAN DEAL, Governor of the State of Georgia, do hereby proclaim September 2016 , as LIFE INSURANCE AWARENESS MONTH in Georgia.

In witness thereof, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal of the Executive Department to be affixed this 30th of September in the year of our Lord two thousand sixteen.

ATTEST

GOVERNOR

CHIEF OF STAFF