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FL H8087
Resolution
Status
Introduced
4/16/2025
Primary Sponsor
Dotie Joseph
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AI Summary
- Recognizes the second Monday in October 2025 as "Indigenous Peoples' Day" in the State of Florida, honoring Native American peoples and commemorating their histories and cultures
- Notes that Indigenous Peoples' Day was first proposed in 1977 by a delegation of Native Nations to a United Nations international conference
- Cites approximately 129,000 people identified as Native Americans or descendants of Native Americans living in Florida based on 2020 U.S. Census Bureau data
- Acknowledges indigenous peoples' contributions to the state and nation in science, philosophy, culture, and the arts
- Non-binding House Resolution with no force of law; does not establish a permanent state holiday
Legislative Description
Indigenous Peoples' Day
Last Action
Adopted by Publication
4/30/2025
Full Bill Text
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