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FL S2052
Resolution
Status
Introduced
4/14/2021
Primary Sponsor
Jeffrey Brandes
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AI Summary
- Recognizes June 2021 as "Caribbean American Heritage Month" in Florida
- Notes Caribbean emigration to American colonies began in 1619 with indentured workers in Jamestown, Virginia, and millions have emigrated since 1820
- Acknowledges contributions of Caribbean Americans as educators, authors, activists, athletes, artists, musicians, and politicians across all sectors of society
- References the United States House of Representatives' unanimous adoption of a concurrent resolution in June 2005 and the Senate's passage on February 14, 2006, establishing June as "Caribbean American Heritage Month" nationally
- Notes the White House has issued annual proclamations recognizing June as "Caribbean American Heritage Month" since 2005
Legislative Description
Caribbean American Heritage Month
Last Action
Died, not introduced, companion bill(s) passed, see HR 8051 (Adopted)
4/30/2021
Full Bill Text
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