RI S2637

Commemorates the 182nd anniversary of Dominican Republic independence from Spain, which occurred on February 27, 1844

Recognizes approximately 2.7 million Dominicans residing in the United States, with around 54,000 living in Rhode Island

Acknowledges Neicy Narcisa Coderre as the first elected Dominican-American and first Dominican woman to serve on the Pawtucket City Council

Directs the Secretary of State to transmit certified copies of the resolution to Dominican Republic President Luis Rodolfo Abinader Corona, Vice President Raquel Peña Rodriguez de Antuña, and the Dominican-American Association