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CA ACR187

Concurrent Resolution

Status

Passed

8/17/2018

Primary Sponsor

Rudy Salas

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Origin

State Assembly

2017-2018 Session

AI Summary

  • Designates June 2018 as Portuguese National Heritage Month in California

  • Acknowledges Portuguese explorer Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo's 1542 exploration of San Diego Bay and the California coast as the first European discovery of California

  • Recognizes the substantial contributions of Portuguese and Azorean immigrants to California's agricultural development, particularly dairy farming, with over 381,000 persons of Portuguese heritage currently living in the state

  • Honors notable Portuguese American contributions to entertainment, culture, and public service, including composer John Philip Sousa, architect William L. Pereira, and entertainers Tom Hanks and James Franco

  • Marks the visit of Portugal's Prime Minister António Costa to California from June 11-14, 2018, to celebrate Portuguese National Day and discuss trade and economic cooperation opportunities

Legislative Description

Portuguese National Heritage Month.

Last Action

Chaptered by Secretary of State - Res. Chapter 149, Statutes of 2018.

8/17/2018

Committee Referrals

Rules6/19/2018
Rules3/12/2018

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