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This resolution officially designates September 15 to October 15, 2026, as "Latin and Hispanic Heritage Month" in the State of Florida, acknowledging the national celebration that honors the history, culture, and contributions of people from Latin American and Hispanic countries. The resolution highlights that the celebration begins on September 15 to align with the independence days of several Central American nations, and it also recognizes the significant historical figures and influential Hispanic and Latino Americans, including civil rights leader Cesar Chavez, astronaut Ellen Ochoa, and Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor, as well as the importance of Afro-Latino heritage. Furthermore, it notes the substantial Hispanic and Latino population in Florida, which constitutes 26 percent of the state's residents, underscoring their significant presence and impact within the state.

https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/8055