27 June 2014 - California State Senator Ellen Corbett headed celebrations for the 116th Anniversary of the Proclamation of Philippine Independence. On June 16, officials of the Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco led by Consul General Henry S. Bensurto, Jr. were joined by Filipino American elected officials and California Senators at the Capitol Building in Sacramento to commemorate Philippine Independence Day.
A resolution by the California Legislature declaring June 12 as the 116th anniversary of Philippine Independence was also presented. The resolution recognized the countless contributions of Filipino Americans in the improvement of the quality of life of the people throughout California. The resolution was signed by Senator Ellen Corbett and Assemblymember Rob Bonta. END.