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FL H8003
Resolution
Status
Introduced
3/4/2025
Primary Sponsor
Johanna Lopez
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AI Summary
- Designates March 11, 2025, as "Puerto Rico Day in Tallahassee" at the State Capitol, recognizing Puerto Rican contributions to Florida's cultural mosaic
- Acknowledges Florida's nearly 1.2 million Puerto Rican residents and their substantial contributions to the state
- Honors Puerto Rican military service, particularly the 65th Infantry Regiment ("Borinqueneers"), the first Hispanic American unit to receive the Congressional Gold Medal
- Recognizes notable Puerto Rican figures including artist Francisco Oller, Dr. Antonia Novello (14th U.S. Surgeon General), and baseball Hall of Famer Roberto Clemente Walker
- Continues a tradition first established in 2000 by former Florida Representative Anthony Suarez, who pioneered the first Puerto Rico Day at the Florida State Capitol
Legislative Description
Puerto Rico Day in Tallahassee
Last Action
Adopted by Publication
3/10/2025
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