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HR 8027FLORIDA · STATEWIDESession 2026Adopted by Publication

Florida Recognizes July 25, 2026, as Afro-Latina, Afro-Caribbean, and Diaspora Women's Day

Original title: Afro-Latina, Afro-Caribbean, and Diaspora Women's Day

February 11, 2026

Cultural Observance Florida Legislature Women's History Human Rights (adopted)

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Where This Stands

Currently Adopted by Publication. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Introduced.

Procedural history

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Feb 17, 2026HouseFloor
Adopted by Publication
Feb 17, 2026HouseFloor
Read 2nd time
Feb 17, 2026House
Placed on Ceremonial Resolutions Calendar - Publication only
Feb 11, 2026HouseIntroduced
1st Reading (Original Filed Version)
Feb 11, 2026HouseIntroduced
Filed

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What this does

The provides formal state recognition for the contributions of Afro-descendant women, aligning Florida's calendar with an international day of commemoration.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Afro-descendant women in Florida

The resolution formally recognizes their cultural and social contributions to the state.

What changed

Last recorded activity February 11, 2026.

What's next

Introduced.

Summary

This officially designates July 25, 2026, as 'Afro-Latina, Afro-Caribbean, and Women's Day' in Florida to honor the cultural and social contributions of Afro-descendant women.

Key Facts

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Why It Matters

The provides formal state recognition for the contributions of Afro-descendant women, aligning Florida's calendar with an international day of commemoration.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this resolution change any laws or funding?

No, this is a ceremonial that recognizes a specific day and does not alter state laws or allocate funding.

Why was July 25 chosen?

The notes that July 25 is already internationally commemorated as a day to celebrate the heritage and contributions of Afro-descendant women.

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Alignment with International Observance

The state legislature is explicitly aligning its ceremonial calendar with an existing international day of commemoration.

Florida House of Representatives

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dateFebruary 17th“Date of subsequent readings and adoption”Map →

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