Bill Text: FL S1454 | 2024 | Regular Session | Introduced
Bill Title: Puerto Rico Day
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1-0)
Status: (Failed) 2024-03-08 - Died, not introduced [S1454 Detail]
Download: Florida-2024-S1454-Introduced.html
Florida Senate - 2024 (NP) SR 1454
By Senator Torres
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1 Senate Resolution
2 A resolution designating January 29, 2024, as “Puerto
3 Rico Day” at the State Capitol and recognizing the
4 significant contributions of Puerto Ricans to
5 Florida’s cultural mosaic.
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7 WHEREAS, Florida embraces a diverse population, including a
8 thriving Puerto Rican community that contributes substantially
9 to our state, and
10 WHEREAS, this year, the annual celebration of Puerto Rico
11 Day will take place on January 28 and 29, providing an
12 opportunity to recognize and celebrate Puerto Rico’s rich
13 heritage, history, and traditions, fostering unity among all
14 Floridians, and
15 WHEREAS, the cultural exchange between Puerto Rico and
16 Florida has strengthened the bonds of friendship and cooperation
17 and has enhanced the overall well-being of our communities, and
18 WHEREAS, the State Capitol stands as a symbol of this
19 state’s commitment to inclusivity and recognizing diverse
20 backgrounds, and
21 WHEREAS, the celebration of Puerto Rico Day at the State
22 Capitol offers a unique opportunity for lawmakers, residents,
23 and visitors to learn about Puerto Rican culture, history, and
24 achievements, NOW, THEREFORE,
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26 Be It Resolved by the Senate of the State of Florida:
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28 That the Senate hearby designates January 29, 2024, as
29 “Puerto Rico Day” at the State Capital, to be celebrated on
30 January 28 and 29 this year, and recognizes the significant
31 contributions of Puerto Ricans to Florida’s cultural mosaic.
