Bill > A04743

This bill directs the secretary of the senate and the clerk of the assembly to identify the date of Asian Lunar New Year each year through a careful process that involves consulting with representatives of appropriate organizations to determine the precise date according to the lunar calendar. By January 1st annually, they must report the calendar dates of the next three upcoming lunar new years to key state officials, including the governor, secretary of state, state comptroller, and legislative leaders. The bill also amends the general construction law to officially recognize Asian Lunar New Year as a public holiday, adding it to the existing list of recognized holidays such as New Year's Day and Independence Day. The holiday will be known as "Lunar New Year" and its specific date will be determined by the identification process outlined in the legislation. The bill is designed to take effect immediately, with the actual holiday recognition becoming official on the first Lunar New Year date identified by the senate secretary and assembly clerk, ensuring an accurate and culturally respectful approach to acknowledging this important celebration.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A4743