The history behind April becoming National Arab American Heritage Month 

In the United States, roughly 3.7 million Americans can trace their roots back to an Arab country located in the Middle East or North Africa, according to the Arab American Institute. Each year, many school districts, cities and states observe Arab American Heritage Month in April. It honors the historic achievements and cultural contributions of Arab Americans throughout the nation.Still, online searches show that some people are wondering if the month has been officially designated as National Arab American Heritage Month by the federal government.
THE QUESTION
Is April officially designated as National Arab American Heritage Month in the U.S.?
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