The Puerto Rican Constitution was ratified on March 3, 1952, approved by the U.S. Congress on July 3, 1952 and became effective July 25, 1952. To commemorate this date, the Parada San Juan Bautista, Inc. hosts a Flag Raising Ceremony every year in Camden, New Jersey. The Flag Raising Ceremony is an event of pride and honor for the Puerto Rican community. This event brings together community leaders, residents, business owners and government officials to celebrate the raising of the Puerto Rican flag as it is celebrated in Puerto Rico and in many other cities of the United States.