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DE SR12
Resolution
Status
4/6/2011
Primary Sponsor
Gary Simpson
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AI Summary
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Proclaims April 6, 2011 as "National Tartan Day" in Delaware to commemorate Scottish-American achievements and contributions to the United States
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Recognizes that nearly half of the signers of the Declaration of Independence were of Scottish descent, and governors in 9 of the original 13 states were of Scottish ancestry
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Notes that April 6 commemorates the signing of the Declaration of Arbroath in 1320, which significantly influenced the American Declaration of Independence
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Honors Scottish-American contributions to science, technology, medicine, government, economics, architecture, literature, media, and the arts
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Acknowledges over 200 Scottish heritage organizations throughout the United States and their efforts to preserve Scottish culture and tradition
Legislative Description
Commemorating The Outstanding Achievements And Contributions Made By Scottish-americans To The United States By Proclaiming April 6, 2011 As National Tartan Day .
Last Action
Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 20 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT 0 VACANT
4/6/2011