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J794Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Brooklyn Irish Celebration

Official title

“Commemorating Brooklyn's Irish-American Heritage Celebration to be held March 17, 2017”

Sponsor Kevin S. ParkerSD-21
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
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Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution commemorates Brooklyn's Irish-American Heritage Celebration held on March 17, 2017, recognizing Irish-American contributions.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the value of cultural recognition. , reinforcing the state's acknowledgment of the diverse ethnic backgrounds that have shaped New York, which may foster greater inclusion and mutual respect.

  2. Underscores the role of Irish-Americans in New York’s development. , reminding the community of their historical and ongoing contributions to the state’s freedom, culture, and economy.

  3. Elevates community events as opportunities for education and unity. , encouraging public participation in heritage celebrations and promoting cross-cultural understanding among residents.

  4. Signals official support for ethnic heritage celebrations. , which could inspire similar recognitions for other communities and strengthen civic pride throughout the state.

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Honor Brooklyn Irish Celebration

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Kevin S. Parker

Senator · Senate District 21

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History

  1. Adopted
  2. Reported to calendar for consideration
  3. Referred to finance

Full text

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Senate Resolution No. 794 BY: Senator PARKER COMMEMORATING Brooklyn's Irish-American Heritage Celebration to be held March 17, 2017 WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize and pay just tribute to the cultural heritage of the ethnic… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 794 BY: Senator PARKER COMMEMORATING Brooklyn's Irish-American Heritage Celebration to be held March 17, 2017 WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize and pay just tribute to the cultural heritage of the ethnic groups which comprise and contribute to the richness and diversity of the community of the State of New York; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commemorate Brooklyn's Irish-American Heritage Celebration to be held at Brooklyn Borough Hall, Brooklyn, New York, on Friday, March 17, 2017; and WHEREAS, New York State is home to a large population of Irish-Americans who have made significant contributions to the freedom, liberty, culture, and economic well-being to both the State of New York and the Nation as a whole; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is pleased to observe those cultural events of true purpose and worthy accomplishment that provide opportunities to celebrate their rich ethnic flavor and which strive to preserve their heritage; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when events of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our attention, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commemorate Brooklyn's Irish-American Heritage Celebration to be held

March 17, 2017; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Brooklyn's Irish-American Heritage Celebration's Planning Committee.

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