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THIRD READING
Bill No: SCR 47
Author: Corbett (D)
Amended: As introduced
Vote: 21
SUBJECT : Philippine Independence Day
SOURCE : Author
DIGEST : This resolution recognizes June 12, 2013, as the
115th Anniversary of Philippine Independence, and calls upon the
people of the state to observe the month of June with
appropriate ceremonies, programs, and activities.
ANALYSIS : This resolution makes the following legislative
findings:
1. It is appropriate to recognize California's Filipino American
citizens and thanks them for their countless contributions to
our nation's cultural, economic, and political heritage.
2. The Filipino American community will celebrate the 115th
Anniversary of Philippine Independence on June 12, 2013. The
Act of Declaration of Independence was read on June 12, 1898,
proclaiming the sovereignty and independence of the
Philippine Islands from Spain, after United States and
Filipino revolutionary forces defeated Spain at the Battle of
Manila Bay during the Spanish-American War. On August 4,
1964, Philippine President Diosdado Macapagal signed the
Republic Act No. 4166, designating the country's Independence
Day as June 12.
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3. As the years went on, Filipino Americans became very involved
in the community and made numerous contributions in all
aspects of American society and culture, especially in
California.
4. Filipino Americans have played a major role in shaping the
development of California and our country and its role in the
world, and have served with distinction as members of the
United States Armed Forces for over a century and sacrificed
their lives in many wars, including World War II.
This resolution, in honor of the multitude of contributions that
Filipino Americans have made to make this a better county and
state for all people, recognizes June 12, 2013, as the 115th
Anniversary of Philippine Independence and calls upon the people
of the state to observe the month of June with appropriate
ceremonies, programs, and activities.
FISCAL EFFECT : Fiscal Com.: No
MW:k 5/29/13 Senate Floor Analyses
SUPPORT/OPPOSITION: NONE RECEIVED
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