IL HR0684

Declares June 2022 as Caribbean-American Heritage Month in the State of Illinois.

Recognizes the historical contributions of people of Caribbean heritage to the United States, including their roles in overcoming slavery, colonialism, and economic hardship.

Highlights prominent Caribbean-American figures across multiple sectors, including Vice President Kamala Harris (Jamaican heritage), Colin Powell (Jamaican heritage), Sidney Poitier (Bahamian heritage), and Shirley Chisholm (Barbadian and Guyanese heritage).

Acknowledges Caribbean-American leaders based in Illinois, including Marie Lynn Toussaint (Haitian heritage), Cesar Rolon (Puerto Rican heritage), and Rafael Nunez-Cedeno (Dominican heritage).

Recognizes Caribbean-American contributions to education, fine arts, business, literature, journalism, sports, fashion, politics, government, military, music, science, and technology.