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This resolution, a formal expression of opinion by the Virginia General Assembly, designates the day of the spring equinox, starting in 2026 and continuing each year thereafter, as Nowruz in Virginia. Nowruz, meaning "New Day," is a Persian New Year celebration that originated over 3,000 years ago and is observed by nearly 300 million people worldwide, symbolizing renewal and hope. The resolution acknowledges the significant contributions of Iranian Americans to Virginia's social, economic, and cultural fabric, noting that the Commonwealth has the fourth-largest Iranian American population in the United States. By recognizing Nowruz, the resolution aims to celebrate the rich heritage of the Iranian American community and promote compassion, peace, and reconciliation among all Virginians. The resolution also directs the Clerk of the House of Delegates to inform representatives of the Iranian American community and post the designation on the General Assembly's website.

https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HJ77