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Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim November 3, 2026, as Panamanian Independence Day in the State of New York

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim November 3, 2026, as Panamanian Independence Day in the State of New York

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Sponsor
Nikki Lucas
Last action
2026-05-05
Official status
Adopted
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Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim November 3, 2026, as Panamanian Independence Day in the State of New York

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim November 3, 2026, as Panamanian Independence Day in the State of New York

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  • Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim November 3, 2026, as Panamanian Independence Day in the State of New York

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Bill History

  1. 2026-05-05 Assembly

    ADOPTED

  2. 2026-05-04 Assembly

    REFERRED TO CALENDAR

Official Summary Text

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim November 3, 2026, as Panamanian Independence Day in the State of New York

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Assembly Resolution No. 1271

BY: M. of A. Lucas

        MEMORIALIZING  Governor  Kathy  Hochul to proclaim
        November 3, 2026, as Panamanian Independence Day  in
        the State of New York

  WHEREAS,  It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize and
commemorate  significant  historical  events  and  the   rich   cultural
traditions  of  the  diverse communities that contribute to the heritage
and vibrancy of the State of New York; and

  WHEREAS, This  Legislative  Body  is  justly  proud  to  memorialize
Governor   Kathy   Hochul  to  proclaim  November  3,  2026,  Panamanian
Independence Day in the State of New York, in honor of the  Republic  of
Panama's  declaration of independence from Colombia on November 3, 1903;
and

  WHEREAS, Panama, formerly a part of Colombia, since 1821, sought  to
assert  its autonomy and self-determination, and through peaceful means,
declared its independence on November 3,  1903-a  milestone  event  that
paved  the  way for the establishment of the sovereign nation of Panama;
and

  WHEREAS, November 3rd is now celebrated in Panama and by  Panamanian
communities  around  the  world  as  Separation  Day, a day of patriotic
pride, national reflection, and cultural celebration; and

  WHEREAS, The State of New York is home  to  a  vibrant  and  growing
Panamanian-American  community  whose  cultural,  civic,  economic,  and
social contributions greatly enrich the life of this State; and

  WHEREAS, The celebration of Panamanian Independence  Day  offers  an
opportunity  to  reflect  on  the  nation's  enduring  legacy, honor its
cultural traditions,  and  recognize  the  strength  and  unity  of  the
Panamanian  people,  both in their homeland and throughout the diaspora,
especially here in New York State; now, therefore, be it

  RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its  deliberations  to
memorialize  Governor  Kathy  Hochul  to  proclaim  November 3, 2026, as
Panamanian Independence Day in the State of New York; and be it further

  RESOLVED, That copies of this  Resolution,  suitably  engrossed,  be
transmitted  to The Honorable Kathy Hochul, Governor of the State of New
York, and representatives of the Panamanian-American  community  in  New
York State.