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FL H8075
Resolution
Status
Introduced
2/20/2024
Primary Sponsor
Johanna Lopez
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AI Summary
- Designates November 2024 as "Puerto Rican Heritage Month" in Florida, recognizing the contributions of Puerto Ricans to the state's cultural diversity
- Acknowledges Florida's nearly 1.2 million Puerto Rican residents and their substantial contributions to the state
- Highlights key historical milestones, including Puerto Rico becoming a U.S. territory in 1898, U.S. citizenship granted under the Jones-Shafroth Act in 1917, and Commonwealth status since 1952
- Recognizes notable Puerto Rican figures, including Maurice Antonio Ferré (first Hispanic Mayor of Miami, 1973–1985), Dr. Antonia Novello (14th U.S. Surgeon General), Roberto Clemente (baseball Hall of Famer), and the 65th Infantry Regiment "Borinqueneers" (Congressional Gold Medal recipients)
- Honors Puerto Rican contributions across politics, arts, science, sports, and public service at both the state and national levels
Legislative Description
Puerto Rican Heritage Month
Last Action
Adopted by Publication
3/1/2024
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