Commemorating the 55th Anniversary of Guyana becoming a Republic on February 24, 2025

Summary: Bill J 96 — Commemorating the 55th Anniversary of Guyana Becoming a Republic

Overview

Bill J 96 is a resolution introduced in the Parliament of Guyana to commemorate the 55th anniversary of Guyana becoming a republic, observed on February 24, 2025. The bill is classified as a resolution and has been adopted. The sponsor is primary sponsor Roxanne J. Persaud.

Purpose and Intent

• To officially recognize and commemorate the 55-year milestone since Guyana’s republic status was established.
• To express national pride and highlight the significance of the republic anniversary within the country’s democratic and cultural life.
• To organize or encourage appropriate commemorative activities or observances in alignment with parliamentary symbolism and national tradition.

Key Provisions (Typical for a Commemorative Resolution)

• A formal statement of recognition by the Parliament of the Republic of Guyana, acknowledging the historical milestone.
• Encouragement for government bodies, civic organizations, and citizens to observe and participate in appropriate commemorative activities.
• Possible directive for the relevant parliamentary officers (e.g., Clerk) to circulate copies of the resolution and to publish it as part of official records.
• Non-binding language: as a resolution, the measure generally expresses ceremonial intent without imposing legal or fiscal obligations.

Note: The bill’s text is not provided here, but as a commemorative resolution, the substantive content would typically center on recognition, observance guidance, and dissemination of the resolution.

Effects and Impact

• Fiscal: Likely minimal or none, given its ceremonial nature. Any incidental costs would fall under routine parliamentary or ceremonial expenses, if mentioned.
• Symbolic: Signals Parliament’s formal acknowledgment of a major national anniversary, reinforcing national identity and history.
• Administrative: May guide or encourage Government agencies to coordinate or participate in anniversary observances and related activities.

Procedural and Timeline Details

• Introduced: January 9, 2025
• Legislative actions:
  • January 9, 2025: Referred to Finance (duplicated in record)
  • January 14, 2025: Reported to calendar for consideration (duplicated in record)
  • January 14, 2025: Adopted (duplicated in record)
• Status: ADOPTED
• Sponsor: Roxanne J. Persaud (primary)

Sponsor

• Roxanne J. Persaud (Primary)

Additional Notes

• The record shows duplicated entries for certain steps (e.g., referrals to Finance and calendar reporting, as well as adoption), which is typically a matter of record-keeping and does not alter the substance or outcome.
• As a commemorative resolution, the bill does not create new law or impose binding financial obligations beyond ceremonial recognition.