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K31Assembly2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Juan Pablo Duarte Day

Official title

“Memorializing Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim January 26, 2017, as the 204th Anniversary of Juan Pablo Duarte Day in the State of New York”

Sponsor Carmen De La RosaAD-72+1 co-sponsor
Status
In Assembly Committee
Calendar
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Passage
0%

What's happening

This resolution urges Governor Cuomo to proclaim January 26, 2017, as the 204th Anniversary of Juan Pablo Duarte Day in New York.

Why it matters

  1. Recognizes the contributions of Dominican Americans. By urging official recognition of Juan Pablo Duarte Day, the resolution highlights the importance of Dominican heritage and the significant role Dominican Americans play in the cultural and social fabric of New York State.

  2. Strengthens cultural ties and historical awareness. The resolution educates the public about the Dominican Republic’s struggle for independence and its founding figures, encouraging broader understanding and appreciation of Dominican history among all New Yorkers.

  3. Supports community organizations. It acknowledges and uplifts the work of the Instituto Duartiano and similar groups that keep the legacy of Juan Pablo Duarte alive, emphasizing the value of community-led efforts in preserving cultural heritage.

  4. Promotes inclusivity in state commemorations. By advocating for a state-level proclamation, the resolution pushes for more inclusive recognition of diverse communities, setting a precedent for honoring other ethnic and cultural celebrations within New York.

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Honor Juan Pablo Duarte Day

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Carmen De La Rosa

Assembly Member · Assembly District 72

1 Co-sponsor

History

  1. Withdrawn
  2. Referred to calendar

Full text

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Assembly Resolution No. 31 BY: M. of A. De La Rosa MEMORIALIZING Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim

January 26, 2017, as the 204th Anniversary of Juan Pablo Duarte Day in the State of New York WHEREAS, The people of the Dominican Republic acquired autonomy and sovereignty on the 27th day of February 1844; and WHEREAS, The Island of Quisqueya, the indigenous… Show all

January 26, 2017, as the 204th Anniversary of Juan Pablo Duarte Day in the State of New York WHEREAS, The people of the Dominican Republic acquired autonomy and sovereignty on the 27th day of February 1844; and WHEREAS, The Island of Quisqueya, the indigenous name for what later became the island of Hispaniola, was the cradle of thinking and advancement in the western hemisphere, establishing the first university and cathedral of the New World; and WHEREAS, On the 26th day of January 1813, Juan Pablo Duarte, the founding father of the Dominican Republic, was born; and WHEREAS, During the month of January 2017, Dominicans will celebrate the 204th Anniversary of Juan Pablo Duarte's birth; and WHEREAS, Juan Pablo Duarte, along with Francisco Del Rosario Sanchez and Ramon Matias Melia, formed La Trinitaria, a secret organization that initiated the movement for the independence of the Dominican Republic; and WHEREAS, During the month of February 2017, Dominican Nationals and Dominican Americans from throughout the Dominican Republic and the United States will celebrate the independence of the Dominican Republic; and WHEREAS, Since the 27th day of February 1966, the Instituto Duartiano, Inc. in New York City, has promoted the memory and accomplishments of Juan Pablo Duarte; and WHEREAS, The Instituto Duartiano is an organization that is dedicated to maintaining and keeping alive the life and history of Juan Pablo Duarte, the liberator and founder of the Dominican Republic; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim January 26, 2017, as Juan Pablo Duarte Day in the State of New York; in recognition of this auspicious occasion, the members of the Instituto Duartiano will visit Albany, New York, on Friday, February 24, 2017; and be it further RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to The Honorable Andrew M. Cuomo, Governor of the State of New York; The Honorable Carlos A. Castillo, Consul General of the Dominican Republic; Bienvenido Lara-Flores, President of the Instituto Duartiano de los Estados Unidos; and Jose Tomas Perez, Ambassador of the Dominican Republic to the United States.

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