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FL H9117

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Introduced

4/12/2013

Primary Sponsor

David Santiago

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Origin

House of Representatives

2013 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates April 18, 2013, as "Puerto Rico Day" in the State of Florida
  • Recognizes that more than 847,550 Puerto Ricans reside in Florida, predominantly in South Florida and the Orlando area
  • Acknowledges Puerto Rican contributions to American society in arts, sciences, military, economy, education, and politics
  • Notes that Puerto Rico's tourism industry attracted nearly 3.7 million tourists in 2010, providing 7 percent of the island's Gross National Product and employing over 60,000 people
  • Affirms Florida's commitment to promoting trade, business, and cultural and educational exchanges with the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico

Legislative Description

Puerto Rico Day

Last Action

Adopted by Publication, companion bill(s) passed, see SR 1866 (Adopted)

4/17/2013

Full Bill Text

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