Bill > J00134

This resolution commends Grenada, Carriacou & Petite Martinique on its 51st Anniversary of Independence, providing a detailed historical overview of the Caribbean nation. The resolution highlights that Grenada consists of three islands located in the Eastern Caribbean, with a population over 100,000, and a rich colonial history involving both French and British rule. It traces the island's history from its indigenous Carib and Arawak populations through European colonization, noting key historical milestones such as Christopher Columbus's sighting in 1498, the eventual establishment of sugar plantations, the abolition of slavery in 1834, and the country's progression to independence in 1974 as a constitutional monarchy under Queen Elizabeth II. The resolution emphasizes Grenada's cultural resilience, its transformation from a colonized territory to an independent nation, and recognizes the country's commitment to freedom and shared humanity. As a final action, the resolution directs that copies be transmitted to Grenada's Governor General, Prime Minister, Ambassador to the United States, and the Grenada Cultural Festival Group, symbolizing an official acknowledgment and celebration of the nation's independence and cultural heritage.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/J134