Bill > K00967

This resolution commemorates the 34th Anniversary of the Independence of Bosnia and Herzegovina, observed on Sunday, March 1, 2026, recognizing the cultural heritage of its ethnic groups and their contributions to the diversity of New York State. The resolution acknowledges that Bosnia and Herzegovina declared independence from the former Yugoslavia in 1992, a process that led to a significant war but also resulted in the resettlement of many refugees in the United States, including a substantial community in Utica, New York. It highlights the country's ongoing efforts to join the European Union and emphasizes that this anniversary serves as an occasion to remember victims of the past, celebrate Bosnian traditions, and appreciate the role of Bosnians in society.

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/K967