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On this day 180 years ago, Florida officially became the 27th state. Today, we commemorate Florida’s statehood and recognize how our great state has contributed to the success of the American experiment. Happy birthday, Florida!

Florida Department of State

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Act Establishing Statehood for Florida, March 3, 1845.

Today we’re celebrating Florida’s 180th birthday! Florida became the 27th state admitted to the Union on March 3, 1845. This act of Congress is Collection M81-22 at the State Archives of Florida; it establishes Florida and…

3/3/2025, 4:33:39 PM

The statement is celebratory and commemorates Florida's statehood anniversary. It acknowledges Florida's contribution to the United States without engaging in any substantive public issues or debates.