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This resolution memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 05, 2025, as Haitian Unity Day in New York State, in conjunction with Haitian Heritage Month. The resolution highlights the significant historical and cultural contributions of Haiti and Haitian Americans, emphasizing Haiti's role as the second nation in the Western Hemisphere to gain independence and the first Black-governed republic in the world. It details important historical events such as the successful slave rebellion of 1791 led by Francois Toussaint L'Ouverture and the subsequent independence declaration in 1804 by Jean-Jacques Dessalines. The resolution also recognizes the broader impact of the Haitian Revolution, including its influence on the Louisiana Purchase and anti-slavery movements in the United States. Additionally, it acknowledges the contributions of notable Haitian Americans like Pierre Toussaint, Jean Baptiste Point Du Sable, and Jean-Michel Basquiat, who have made significant contributions to various fields including religion, urban development, art, and social justice. The resolution aims to honor the legacy of Haitian Americans and their ongoing contributions to New York State and the United States, while promoting cultural understanding and appreciation.

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/K411