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This resolution supports the goals and ideals of Juan Pablo Duarte Day, honoring the founding father of the Dominican Republic. The resolution highlights Duarte's significant contributions to Dominican independence, including his role in forming La Trinitaria, a secret organization that initiated the movement for independence, and his active participation in the Dominican War of Independence. It recognizes Duarte's democratic principles, his diplomatic efforts to gain support for independence, and his humble refusal to become president despite strong supporter urging. The resolution specifically calls for supporting the establishment of a national day of recognition for Juan Pablo Duarte in the United States, commemorating his birthday on January 26th, and urges Americans to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies, programs, and activities. The document also notes the historical significance of the Dominican Republic, including its status as the first location of a university, hospital, and cathedral in the New World, and its independence gained on February 27th, 1844.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-resolution/62/all-info