LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION memorializing Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to
proclaim June 4, 2012, as Italian American Day in New York State

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body, in keeping with its
time-honored traditions, to recognize celebrations which foster ethnic
pride and enhance the profile of cultural diversity which strengthens
the fabric of the communities of New York State; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to memorial-
ize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim June 4, 2012, as Italian Ameri-
can Day in New York State; and
WHEREAS, Italian American Day is a joyous celebration of culture,
civic conviviality and other merriment, held annually throughout the
State of New York, in commemoration of the Republic of Italy's National
Holiday, "Festa Della Repubblica Italiana," Italy's 4th of July; and
WHEREAS, Festa Della Repubblica Italiana, a national holiday in Italy,
marks the day when Italy voted, after World War II and fascism, to
become a democratic republic; and
WHEREAS, Italian American Day celebrates 40 years of the heritage of
Italy's glorious historical past, the wealth of its present, and the
opportunities of its future; and
WHEREAS, This auspicious day provides an opportunity to celebrate the
significant contributions of Italian Americans so that all people may
know and appreciate Italian history and traditions, and of the role
Italian Americans have played, and will continue to play, in our socie-
ty; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim June 4, 2012, as Itali-
an American Day in New York State; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to The Honorable Andrew M. Cuomo, Governor of the State of New
York.