Bill > J00906

This resolution memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2025 as Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month in New York State, highlighting the significant contributions of Asian and Pacific Islander Americans to the state and nation. The resolution provides historical context, noting that the U.S. Congress first established an AAPI Heritage Week in 1978 and expanded it to a month-long celebration in 1990, selecting May due to important historical anniversaries like the first Japanese immigrants' arrival and the completion of the transcontinental railroad by Chinese laborers. It emphasizes New York's longstanding connection to Asian immigrants, dating back to the early 1800s, and celebrates the diversity of AAPI communities, which include people from various countries across Asia and the Pacific Islands. The resolution also acknowledges notable AAPI figures like Kamala Harris, Tammy Duckworth, and Kalpana Chawla, and cites a 2022 report showing that Asian Americans comprise over 10% of New York's population, with significant growth both in New York City and other state regions. Ultimately, the resolution aims to recognize the accomplishments of AAPI communities and reaffirm New York's commitment to diversity and equal opportunity.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/J906