Commemorating the Month of May 2025, as the celebration of Fiesta de la Etnia Negra (Black Heritage Month) in Panama, and May 31, 2025, as Dia de la Etnia Negra Nacional (National Black Heritage Day

This resolution (K 577) commemorates Panama's existing observances by designating May 2025 as "Fiesta de la Etnia Negra" (Black Heritage Month) and May 31, 2025, as "Dia de la Etnia Negra Nacional" (National Black Heritage Day). It honors Afro-Panamanian cultural contributions, including music, traditions, and historical roles in Panama's development. The resolution is symbolic - no new policies are created - and calls on New Yorkers to recognize these heritage celebrations. It was introduced and adopted on May 22, 2025, by the New York Assembly.