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FL S1694
Resolution
Status
Introduced
2/25/2021
Primary Sponsor
Victor Torres
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AI Summary
- Recognizes the historical and political ties between Florida and Puerto Rico, including the founding of Florida by Puerto Rican Governor Juan Ponce de León
- Acknowledges the shared Spanish colonial history linking Florida, Cuba, and Puerto Rico until Florida's cession to the United States in 1819
- Notes mutual disaster assistance between the states, with Florida providing aid to Puerto Rico after Hurricane Maria in 2017 and Puerto Rico reciprocating after Hurricane Michael in 2018
- Expresses the Florida Senate's gratitude for Puerto Rico's assistance in recovery efforts and affirms a commitment to continue the friendship between the state and commonwealth
Legislative Description
Florida and Puerto Rico Friendship
Last Action
Died, not introduced
4/30/2021
Full Bill Text
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