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FL S1654

Resolution

Status

Introduced

3/2/2013

Primary Sponsor

Rene Garcia

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Origin

Senate

2013 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Recognizes the Republic of Turkey and the United States as long-standing allies sharing values of freedom, democracy, and human rights
  • Acknowledges more than 15,000 Turkish Americans living in Florida and more than 2,000 Turkish American businessmen contributing to the state economy
  • Honors the Istanbul Cultural Center and its branches in Fort Lauderdale, Jacksonville, Miami, Orlando, Tallahassee, and Tampa for promoting Turkish culture, language, history, and education in Florida
  • Recognizes the Turkish American Federation of the Southeast, Turkish American Chamber of Commerce, and Atlantic Institute for International Affairs for facilitating cultural understanding and organizing business and educational exchanges
  • Designates March 21, 2013, as "Turkish American Day" at the Capitol to celebrate contributions of the Turkish American community to the state's diversity, culture, and economic well-being

Legislative Description

Turkish American Day

Last Action

Adopted, companion bill(s) passed, see HR 9021 (Adopted)

3/19/2013

Full Bill Text

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