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FL S1960
Resolution
AI Summary
- Florida Senate Resolution 1960, introduced by Senator Rodriguez, formally recognizes the friendship between the State of Florida and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico
- Cites shared historical ties dating back to Juan Ponce de León, who served as the first Governor of Puerto Rico and is credited with discovering Florida
- Notes that over 1.1 million people of Puerto Rican heritage resided in Florida as of 2018, and more than 5 million Puerto Ricans reside stateside overall
- Highlights mutual aid between the two governments, including Florida helping Puerto Rico rebuild after Hurricane Maria in 2017 and Puerto Rico sending aid to Florida after Hurricane Michael in 2018
- Acknowledges and appreciates the cultural, political, and social contributions of Puerto Ricans to the State of Florida
Legislative Description
Florida and Puerto Rico Friendship
Last Action
Adopted
2/23/2022
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