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DE SCR73
Concurrent Resolution
Status
5/15/2025
Primary Sponsor
Darius Brown
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AI Summary
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Designates May 2025 as "Haitian Heritage Month" in Delaware to celebrate Haitian heritage and culture
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Designates May 18, 2025, as "Haitian Flag Day" in Delaware, commemorating the creation of the Haitian flag at the May 1803 Arcahaie Congress
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Recognizes Haiti as the first country born of a successful enslaved people's revolt, declaring independence from France on January 1, 1804, and becoming the first country to abolish slavery
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Acknowledges an estimated 1.2 million persons of Haitian descent in the United States, with more than 15,000 residing in Delaware
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Encourages all communities and individuals throughout Delaware to honor Haitian and Haitian-American culture and contributions
Legislative Description
Designating May 2025 As "haitian Heritage Month" In The State Of Delaware.
Last Action
Passed In House by Voice Vote
5/15/2025