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Whereas, the vast majority of Americans recognize that it is important to protect
loved ones with life insurance, with a recent survey indicating that 83 percent agree that
most people need coverage;
Whereas, the life insurance industry pays $58 billion to beneficiaries each year,
providing a tremendous source of financial relief and security to families that experience the
loss of a loved one;
Whereas, despite the importance that people place on 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;
Whereas, the unfortunate reality is that roughly 95 million adult Americans have no
life insurance and most with coverage have less than most experts recommend;
Whereas, millions of Americans realize that they are underinsured, with nearly one
in three believing that they do not have enough coverage;
Whereas, during times like these when so many families continue to struggle, life
insurance coverage is more important than ever because people have fewer financial
resources to fall back on than in years past, increasing their financial vulnerability;
Whereas, the nonprofit LIFE Foundation and a coalition representing hundreds of
leading life insurance companies and organizations have designated September 2014 as
"Life Insurance Awareness Month," whose goal is to get consumers thinking about their
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, 1, Rocky Randels, Mayor, of the City of Cape Canaveral,
Brevard County, Florida, do hereby proclaim September as
Life Insurance Awareness Month
and urge all citizens to learn more about life insurance and its benefits.
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