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This resolution establishes September 20, 2025, and every subsequent September 20 as Soju Day in California, recognizing the cultural significance of soju, a traditional Korean distilled alcoholic beverage. The resolution highlights the importance of soju in Korean American culture, noting that over 530,000 Korean Americans reside in California and are part of the K-Food Movement introducing Korean cuisine and drinks to wider audiences. The timing of the day coincides with a new law (Assembly Bill 2069) signed by Governor Newsom in 2024, which allows California on-sale beer and wine licensees to offer domestically produced soju, potentially encouraging local soju production, creating new jobs, and utilizing California agricultural products like rice. The resolution encourages California citizens to celebrate Soju Day by learning about Korean culture, attending community events, and engaging with the traditions soju represents, with the broader goal of fostering cultural appreciation, strengthening community bonds, and promoting unity among diverse populations.

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