NY K00961

Requests Governor Andrew M. Cuomo proclaim June 2020 as Caribbean American Month in New York State to recognize the cultural heritage and contributions of Caribbean Americans

Acknowledges Caribbean immigration to the United States spanning centuries from countries including Jamaica, Haiti, Trinidad and Tobago, Puerto Rico, Guyana, and others

Highlights notable Caribbean Americans who have made significant contributions to New York and the nation, including Colin Powell, Sidney Poitier, Shirley Chisholm, Harry Belafonte, and Maurice Ashley

Recognizes the West Indian-American Day Carnival and Labor Day Parade in Brooklyn as New York's largest parade, attracting 1-3 million participants and generating over $300 million in economic revenue

Affirms the importance of the U.S. relationship with Caribbean nations and expresses commitment to supporting Haiti's recovery and regional economic development and stability