Bill Text: NY K00978 | 2023-2024 | General Assembly | Introduced

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Bill Title: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim the Persian-American community's celebration of the Persian New Year, Nowruz, on March 19, 2024

Spectrum: Slight Partisan Bill (Democrat 13-6)

Status: (Passed) 2024-03-19 - adopted [K00978 Detail]

Download: New_York-2023-K00978-Introduced.html

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Assembly Resolution No. 978

BY: M. of A. Sayegh

        MEMORIALIZING  Governor  Kathy  Hochul to proclaim
        the Persian-American community's celebration of  the
        Persian New Year, Nowruz, on March 19, 2024

  WHEREAS,  The Persian-American community holds a cherished tradition
in  celebrating  Nowruz,  the  Persian  New  Year,  a  festive  occasion
signifying renewal, cultural heritage and the arrival of Spring; and

  WHEREAS,  On March 19, 2024, the Persian-American community joyously
observes Nowruz, embracing ancient customs, rituals  and  values  passed
down through generations; and

  WHEREAS,  Nowruz  symbolizes  the spirit of rebirth, unity and hope,
fostering   cultural   pride   and   a   sense   of   community    among
Persian-Americans in New York State and abroad; and

  WHEREAS,   The  celebration  of  Nowruz  offers  an  opportunity  to
recognize and honor the rich cultural heritage, diverse  traditions  and
contributions of the Persian-American community to the vibrant mosaic of
New York's cultural landscape; and

  WHEREAS,  Acknowledging Nowruz signifies New York State's commitment
to  fostering  diversity,  inclusivity  and  understanding   among   its
residents,  promoting  the  appreciation of various cultural traditions;
and now, therefore, be it

  RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its  deliberations  to
memorialize  Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim March 19, 2024, as Day of
Nowruz in the State of New York; and be it further

  RESOLVED, That a copy of this  Resolution,  suitably  engrossed,  be
transmitted  to The Honorable Kathy Hochul, Governor of the State of New
York; and to distinguished members of the Persian-American community.