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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Julien Novog-Desrayaud
02/25/26 julien.novo...@cga.ct.gov
State Representative Geraldo Reyes will help unveil a special motor vehicle license plate honoring the Borinqueneers, the 65th Infantry Regiment of the U.S. Army. This unit, comprised of mostly Puerto Rican soldiers, was renowned for their service in World War I, World War II, and the Korean War. The Connecticut General Assembly passed the "Connecticut Hero Act" in 2025, paving the way for the special license plate.
Members of media and the public are welcome to attend.
WHAT: Unveiling of License Plate Honoring the Borinqueneers
WHEN: Thursday, February 26 at 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Connecticut State Capitol
Hall of Flags
210 Capitol Avenue
Hartford, CT 06106
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