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FL H1075

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Official Source

Status

Failed

4/28/2015

Primary Sponsor

Barbara Watson

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Origin

House of Representatives

2015 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Urges Congress to recognize May as "Haitian Heritage Month" to honor Haitian and Haitian-American communities and their contributions to American culture and society
  • Highlights that an estimated 1.5 million persons of Haitian descent live throughout the United States
  • Notes that Haitian Americans have contributed as educators, authors, community leaders, activists, athletes, artists, musicians, and politicians across all facets of society
  • Encourages the people of the nation to observe Haitian Heritage Month with appropriate ceremonies, celebrations, and activities
  • Directs copies of the memorial be sent to the President, President of the Senate, Speaker of the House, and all members of the Florida congressional delegation

Legislative Description

Haitian Heritage Month

Last Action

Died in Local and Federal Affairs Committee

4/28/2015

Committee Referrals

Local and Federal Affairs3/8/2015

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