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CA AR54

CA AR54
Relative to Cantonese Culture Day.


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Introduced
08/18/2025
In Committee
08/21/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
08/28/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
08/28/2025

Introduced Session

2025-2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

HR 54, as introduced, Fong.

AI Summary

This resolution recognizes and celebrates August 15, 2025, as Cantonese Culture Day, highlighting the significant historical and cultural contributions of Cantonese people in California and the United States. The resolution provides context about the Cantonese language and its speakers, noting that it is spoken by 100 million people globally and is the largest non-Mandarin Chinese language variant. It emphasizes the important role Cantonese immigrants played in U.S. history, including their contributions to the Gold Rush, transcontinental railroad construction, and agricultural industry. The resolution also recognizes notable Cantonese Americans like Wong Kim Ark, Hiram Fong, and Judy Chu, and acknowledges California's status as having the largest Cantonese-speaking population in the United States. By establishing Cantonese Culture Day on a date close to the traditional Mid-Autumn Festival, the resolution aims to celebrate the diversity and ongoing contributions of Cantonese communities. The Chief Clerk of the Assembly is instructed to distribute copies of the resolution appropriately.

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Read. Adopted. (Ayes 74. Noes 0. Page 2775.). (on 08/28/2025)

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