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FL H9073

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Introduced

4/7/2015

Primary Sponsor

Shevrin Jones

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Origin

House of Representatives

2015 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Recognizes June 2015 as "Caribbean Heritage Month" in the State of Florida
  • Encourages all communities and individuals throughout the state and nation to honor Caribbean culture and historical bonds
  • Acknowledges Caribbean Americans' contributions across education, arts, athletics, politics, civil rights, and other fields
  • Highlights notable Caribbean Americans including W.E.B. Du Bois, Alexander Hamilton, Colin Powell, Sidney Poitier, Harry Belafonte, and James Weldon Johnson
  • Affirms that America's greatness lies in its diversity

Legislative Description

Caribbean Heritage Month

Last Action

Adopted by Publication

4/8/2015

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