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General Assembly Proposed House
Resolution No. 10
January Session, 2025
LCO No. 162
Referred to Committee on GOVERNMENT ADMINISTRATION
AND ELECTIONS
Introduced by:
REP. ROSARIO, 128th Dist.
REP. REYES, 75th Dist.
RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE CULTURE AND HERITAGE OF
TAÍNO DESCENDANTS IN THIS STATE.
Resolved by this House:
That the House recognize the residents of this state of Taíno heritage, 1
by (1) affirming their vital role in the state's diverse cultural fabric, (2) 2
honoring the historical and cultural contributions of the Taíno people, 3
ensuring that their heritage is recognized and preserved for future 4
generations, (3) supporting efforts of the Taíno people to gain federal 5
recognition while clarifying that this recognition does not confer tribal 6
status, nor establish claims to land or sovereignty within the state, and 7
(4) encouraging collaboration with Taíno cultural organizations to 8
promote awareness, support educational initiatives and assist in 9
language revitalization efforts. 10
Statement of Purpose:
To respect and affirm the cultural identity of Taíno descendants in
Connecticut, ensuring that their heritage is recognized and preserved Proposed House Resolution No. 10
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for future generations while fostering a greater understanding of their
historical and ongoing contributions to the state.