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R E S O L U T I O N
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WHEREAS, Dominican Heritage Month is celebrated every year |
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from January 21 to February 27, and this is a fitting opportunity to |
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recognize the many contributions Dominican Americans make to our |
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state and nation; and |
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WHEREAS, Demonstrating a strong work ethic and a spirit of |
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perseverance, Dominican Americans have found success in many areas |
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of endeavor, making a significant impact in the arts and education, |
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business and industry, science and technology, and public service; |
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and |
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WHEREAS, Dominican Americans who have won success and acclaim |
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include the fashion designer Oscar de la Renta, Pulitzer |
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Prize-winning author Junot Díaz, former U.S. Secretary of Labor |
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Thomas Perez, and legendary baseball player David Ortiz; and |
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WHEREAS, Each year, Dominican Heritage month begins on |
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January 21, which is the Dominican Republic's most important |
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religious celebration, the Day of the Procession of Altagracia, and |
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it ends on the anniversary of the republic's independence day, |
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February 27, 1844; during this month, Dominican Americans in Texas |
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host festivities and events that promote awareness of their culture |
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and heritage; and |
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WHEREAS, People of Dominican descent have greatly enriched |
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the cultural tapestry of the Lone Star State, and this annual |
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month-long celebration is a fitting tribute to their many |
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achievements; now, therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas |
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Legislature hereby commemorate Dominican Heritage Month 2021 and |
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extend sincere best wishes for continued success to all the |
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Dominican Americans in the State of Texas. |