The resolution recognizes the 150th anniversary of the Our Lady of Mount Carmel Festival in Hammonton, New Jersey, which is noted as the oldest Italian-American festival in the United States. The festival originated in 1875 when Italian immigrants, led by Antonio Capelli, celebrated the Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel with a procession to express gratitude for their safe arrival in America and for a fruitful harvest. The Our Lady of Mount Carmel Society, established in 1905, has been responsible for organizing the festival, which has expanded significantly over the years and now attracts around 75,000 attendees annually, offering a variety of Italian food, cultural activities, games, carnival rides, and fireworks.

The resolution emphasizes the importance of the festival in promoting New Jersey's cultural heritage and its role in attracting tourism, which significantly contributes to the state's economy. With over 1 million residents of Italian descent in New Jersey, and a substantial portion of Hammonton's population sharing this heritage, the festival serves as a vital link to the state's immigrant history and community contributions. The resolution calls for the recognition of this milestone anniversary on July 16, 2025, and directs that copies of the resolution be sent to local officials to further promote the event and its significance.