Bill Text: CA AR49 | 2017-2018 | Regular Session | Introduced
Bill Title: Relative to Korean Independence Day.
Spectrum: Slight Partisan Bill (Democrat 51-23)
Status: (Passed) 2017-08-21 - Read. Adopted. (Page 2685.). [AR49 Detail]
Download: California-2017-AR49-Introduced.html
CALIFORNIA LEGISLATURE—
2017–2018 REGULAR SESSION
| House Resolution | No. 49 |
| Introduced by Assembly Member Choi |
July 06, 2017 |
Relative to Korean Independence Day.
LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL'S DIGEST
HR 49, as introduced, Choi.
Digest Key
Bill Text
WHEREAS, August 15, 2017, marks the 72nd anniversary of the Independence of the Republic of Korea; and
WHEREAS, Korean Independence Day or Gwangbokjeol, commemorates the liberation of Korea from Japanese colonization on August 15, 1945; and
WHEREAS, The thousands of brave Korean service members and civilians who lost their lives or were imprisoned fighting for independence are a testament to the Republic of Korea’s enduring strength and resiliency; and
WHEREAS, On Korean Independence Day, Koreans throughout the world unite to commemorate this day through parades, concerts, and celebrations that showcase Korea’s rich cultural heritage; and
WHEREAS, California is home to more than 455,000 Korean Americans who celebrate this important holiday; and
WHEREAS, The Korean American community has enriched the cultural, social, and economic landscape of California; and
WHEREAS, Korean Independence Day is an opportunity to celebrate the great contributions of Korean Americans to the United States; and
WHEREAS, The Republic of Korea and the United States are historic allies that share common values and objectives through economic interdependence and security; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, That August 15, 2017, is hereby commemorated as Korean Independence Day; and be it further
Resolved, That the Chief Clerk transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.
