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FL S1838

Resolution

Status

Passed

4/12/2017

Primary Sponsor

Daphne Campbell

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Origin

Senate

2017 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Recognizes April 12, 2017, as "Nigerian American Day" in Florida
  • Commends the Nigerian American Foundation for its contributions to Nigerian Americans in the state
  • Notes that approximately 9,000 Nigerians reside in Florida out of more than 266,000 in the United States
  • Highlights that Nigerian immigrants in the U.S. are well-educated, with approximately 96 percent having at least a high school education and 61 percent holding at least a bachelor's degree
  • References the annual Nigerian Festival in Miami Gardens as an example of efforts to increase awareness and understanding of Nigerian culture

Legislative Description

Nigerian-American Day

Last Action

Adopted

4/12/2017

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