PA HR387

Designates February 27, 2026, as "Dominican Republic Independence Day" in Pennsylvania, commemorating the anniversary of independence from Haiti in 1844

Notes the Dominican Republic is the Caribbean's second-largest economy and third-largest country by population and land mass, with significant bilateral trade ties to the United States

Recognizes that Dominicans are the third-largest Hispanic origin population living in Pennsylvania

Acknowledges Dominican Independence Day coincides with Carnaval, celebrated throughout February with parades, competitions, and cultural events