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CA SCR74

Concurrent Resolution

Status

Failed

11/30/2016

Primary Sponsor

Robert Huff

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Origin

Senate

2015-2016 Session

AI Summary

  • Recognizes June 12, 2015, as the 117th Anniversary of Philippine Independence in California
  • Encourages Californians to observe the month of June with appropriate ceremonies, programs, and activities in honor of this occasion
  • Acknowledges the historical context of Philippine independence declared on June 12, 1898, under General Emilio Aguinaldo following the Battle of Manila Bay during the Spanish-American War
  • Honors the contributions of Filipino Americans to California's and the nation's cultural, economic, and political heritage, including service in the U.S. Armed Forces
  • Notes that as of November 2014, 23 Filipino Americans were elected to state or local offices, and over 3.4 million people of Filipino American descent currently reside in the United States

Legislative Description

Philippine Independence Day.

Last Action

From committee without further action.

11/30/2016

Committee Referrals

Rules6/9/2015

Full Bill Text

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