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This resolution recognizes the City of Utica, New York for hosting its 3rd Annual Puerto Rico Constitution Day Celebration on July 19, 2025, and highlights the significance of this event for the local Puerto Rican community. The resolution provides historical context about Constitution Day in Puerto Rico, which is celebrated on July 25th to commemorate the signing of the constitution by Governor Luis Munoz Marin, and notes that this date previously marked "Occupation Day" commemorating the arrival of U.S. military forces in 1898. According to U.S. Census data, Hispanics comprise 14.57% of Utica's population, with Puerto Ricans representing 52.40% of that group, making this celebration particularly meaningful. The resolution acknowledges the importance of recognizing the cultural contributions of Puerto Ricans in Utica and aims to highlight their heritage and historical significance. By passing this resolution, the legislative body formally recognizes the city's efforts to celebrate Puerto Rican culture and history, and officially transmits a copy of the resolution to the City of Utica.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/J1183