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FL H9119
Resolution
Status
Introduced
4/16/2015
Primary Sponsor
Holly Raschein
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AI Summary
- Designates October 12, 2015, as "Sir Lancelot Jones Day" in the State of Florida
- Sir Lancelot Garfield Jones (1898-1997) was born on a 22-foot boat in Biscayne Bay and became an entrepreneur, farmer, and expert fishing guide who supplied the nation with Key limes
- Jones lived 99 years on Porgy Key, which is now on the National Registry of Historic Places and has historical significance to African-American maritime history
- Jones contributed to the establishment of Biscayne National Park through his conservation efforts, which now attracts 500,000 annual visitors, contributes over $34 million to the state economy, and supports over 400 jobs
- Jones's preservation efforts made significant economic, ecological, and cultural contributions to Florida's heritage and future
Legislative Description
Sir Lancelot Jones Day
Last Action
Adopted by Publication
4/22/2015
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