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Introduced
04/29/2025
04/29/2025
In Committee
04/29/2025
04/29/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Relating to: proclaiming 2025 as the year of the snake.
AI Summary
This resolution proclaims 2025 as the Year of the Snake, recognizing the significance of the Lunar New Year in Asian cultures. The resolution highlights that the Lunar New Year, observed on the second new moon after the winter solstice, is a crucial celebration in many Asian cultures, typically marked by family gatherings and festive activities. It emphasizes the importance of celebrating the diversity and cultural richness of Asian American communities in Wisconsin, from long-established families to recent immigrants and refugees. The resolution specifically notes that the Year of the Snake symbolizes good luck, rebirth, and regality, challenging negative perceptions by highlighting that in Chinese culture, snakes represent positive traits of love and happiness. Furthermore, the resolution calls for recognizing the Lunar New Year as an opportunity to learn about Asian American cultural traditions and work towards a more equitable and inclusive future for the state, demonstrating Wisconsin's commitment to acknowledging and appreciating the contributions of its Asian American population.
Sponsors (43)
Kristin Dassler-Alfheim (D)*,
Dora Drake (D)*,
Jodi Habush Sinykin (D)*,
Dianne Hesselbein (D)*,
LaTonya Johnson (D)*,
Chris Larson (D)*,
Melissa Ratcliff (D)*,
Jeff Smith (D)*,
Mark Spreitzer (D)*,
Bob Wirch (D)*,
Deb Andraca (D),
Margaret Arney (D),
Mike Bare (D),
Jill Billings (D),
Brienne Brown (D),
Ryan Clancy (D),
Karen DeSanto (D),
Ben DeSmidt (D),
Jodene Emerson (D),
Joan Fitzgerald (D),
Kalan Haywood (D),
Francesca Hong (D),
Andrew Hysell (D),
Alex Joers (D),
Tara Johnson (D),
Karen Kirsch (D),
Darrin Madison (D),
Renuka Mayadev (D),
Maureen McCarville (D),
Vincent Miresse (D),
Supreme Moore Omokunde (D),
Christian Phelps (D),
Pricilla Prado (D),
Amaad Rivera-Wagner (D),
Ann Roe (D),
Christine Sinicki (D),
Pat Snyder (R),
Ryan Spaude (D),
Angela Stroud (D),
Sequanna Taylor (D),
Angelito Tenorio (D),
Randy Udell (D),
Robyn Vining (D),
Last Action
Representative J. Jacobson added as a cosponsor (on 11/04/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/2025/proposals/reg/sen/joint_resolution/sjr42 |
| BillText | https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/document/proposaltext/2025/REG/SJR42.pdf |
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