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This resolution, a formal statement by the Senate of the State of Rhode Island, commemorates the 182nd anniversary of the Dominican Republic's independence on February 27, 2026. It acknowledges the Dominican Republic's historical significance as the site of many "New World firsts" established by the Spanish, its declaration of independence on February 27, 1844, and its ongoing commitment to free and fair elections. The resolution also highlights the substantial contributions of Dominicans to Rhode Island and the United States, including their cultural vitality, economic impact through businesses, civic engagement exemplified by figures like Neicy Narcisa Coderre, and service in the U.S. Armed Forces. Finally, it directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies of this resolution to the President and Vice President of the Dominican Republic and the Dominican-American Association.

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