Jewish American Heritage Month (JAHM) is an annual celebration in the United States during May.
It recognizes and honors the contributions of Jewish Americans to the country’s history, culture, and society. The idea for JAHM was proposed by Senator Arlen Specter and Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz in 2005 to appreciate the achievements of Jewish Americans in various fields. President George W. Bush signed the legislation into law in 2006, and since then, a presidential proclamation is issued each year to officially recognize and celebrate the month.