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Introduced
05/15/2025
05/15/2025
In Committee
Crossed Over
05/15/2025
05/15/2025
Passed
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
05/15/2025
05/15/2025
Introduced Session
153rd General Assembly
Bill Summary
Designating May 2025 As "haitian Heritage Month" In The State Of Delaware.
AI Summary
This resolution designates May 2025 as Haitian Heritage Month and May 18, 2025, as Haitian Flag Day in Delaware, honoring the significant contributions of Haitians and Haitian Americans to the state and nation. The resolution highlights Haiti's rich historical legacy, including being the first independent nation born from a successful slave revolt, the first country to abolish slavery, and a crucial supporter of independence movements worldwide. It recognizes the estimated 15,000 Haitian residents in Delaware and celebrates the broader Haitian diaspora's achievements in fields such as education, arts, sports, and politics. The resolution emphasizes the importance of the Haitian flag, which symbolizes the country's struggle for independence, and encourages all Delawareans to appreciate Haitian culture and heritage as a testament to the state's diversity and the contributions of immigrant communities to American society.
Sponsors (16)
Darius Brown (D)*,
Marie Pinkney (D)*,
Nnamdi Chukwuocha (D),
Frank Cooke (D),
Stephanie Hansen (D),
Kerri Harris (D),
Debra Heffernan (D),
Kendra Johnson (D),
Tizzy Lockman (D),
DeShanna Neal (D),
Brian Pettyjohn (R),
Melanie Ross Levin (D),
Dave Sokola (D),
Bryan Townsend (D),
Dave Wilson (R),
Madinah Wilson-Anton (D),
Last Action
Passed In House by Voice Vote (on 05/15/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://legis.delaware.gov/BillDetail?LegislationId=142177 |
| BillText | https://legis.delaware.gov/json/BillDetail/GenerateHtmlDocument?legislationId=142177&legislationTypeId=3&docTypeId=2&legislationName=SCR73 |
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