Assembly ResolutionChaptered/Signed
K 236: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim the Persian-American community's celebration of the Persian New Year, Nowruz, on March 20, 2025
What K 236 does, verified March 23, 2025
The bill aims to memorialize the governor of New York to proclaim March 20, 2025, as the Day of Nowruz, a celebration of the Persian New Year. The Persian-American community holds a cherished tradition of Nowruz, symbolizing renewal, cultural heritage, and the arrival of spring. The celebration is an opportunity to recognize and honor the community's rich cultural heritage, diverse traditions, and contributions to New York's cultural landscape. The proclamation signifies New York State's commitment to fostering diversity, inclusivity, and understanding among its residents, promoting the appreciation of various cultural traditions.
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Quick answers about K 236
- What is the current status of K 236?
- As of March 23, 2025, K 236 is recorded as "Chaptered/Signed": it has been signed by the Governor and chaptered into law. The last recorded action, on March 20, 2025, was "adopted".
- Did K 236 pass?
- Yes. K 236 passed both houses and was signed into law (last action March 20, 2025). New York laws take effect on the date written into the bill, often immediately on signing or a set number of days afterward.
- Who wrote K 236, and where is it now?
- K 236 was authored by Asm. Nader Sayegh.
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| Mar. 20, 2025 | adopted |
| Mar. 19, 2025 | referred to calendar |
Latest bill textIntroduced version, March 20, 2025 · 233 words
Assembly Resolution No. 236 BY: M. of A. Sayegh MEMORIALIZING Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim the Persian-American community's celebration of the Persian New Year, Nowruz, on March 20, 2025 WHEREAS, The Persian-American community holds a cherished tradition in celebrating Nowruz, the Persian New Year, a festive occasion signifying renewal, cultural heritage and the arrival of Spring; and WHEREAS, On March 20, 2025, the Persian-American community joyously observes Nowruz, embracing ancient customs, rituals and values passed down through generations; and WHEREAS, Nowruz symbolizes the spirit of rebirth, unity and hope, fostering cultural pride and a sense of community among Persian-Americans in New York State and abroad; and WHEREAS, The celebration of Nowruz offers an opportunity to recognize and honor the rich cultural heritage, diverse traditions and contributions of the Persian-American community to the vibrant mosaic of New York's cultural landscape; and WHEREAS, Acknowledging Nowruz signifies New York State's commitment to fostering diversity, inclusivity and understanding among its residents, promoting the appreciation of various cultural traditions; and now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to memorialize Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim March 20, 2025, as Day of Nowruz in the State of New York; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to The Honorable Kathy Hochul, Governor of the State of New York; and to distinguished members of the Persian-American community.
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