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FL H8041
Resolution
Status
Introduced
4/18/2023
Primary Sponsor
Juan Fernandez-Barquin
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AI Summary
- Recognizes April 2, 2023, as the 510th anniversary of Florida's founding by ancestors of Puerto Rico, marking Juan Ponce de León's discovery of Florida in 1513
- Acknowledges Puerto Rican ancestors brought horses, pigs, seeds, and agricultural goods to Florida approximately 100 years before Pilgrims arrived in North America
- Notes approximately 1.2 million Puerto Ricans currently reside in Florida out of 5.8 million in the United States, making them the second largest Hispanic group
- Honors Puerto Rican military contributions including the 65th Infantry Regiment (Borinqueneers) recipients of the Congressional Gold Medal and multiple Medal of Honor recipients
- Recognizes Puerto Rican contributions to Florida's community through their commitment to friendship and enrichment of the state
Legislative Description
510th Anniversary of Founding of State of Florida by Ancestors of Puerto Rico
Last Action
Adopted by Publication
4/26/2023
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