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K 541: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 28, 2025, as Nepali-American Heritage Day in the State of New York
What K 541 does, verified September 28, 2025
This bill memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 28, 2025, as Nepali-American Heritage Day in New York State. The purpose is to recognize and celebrate the cultural diversity and contributions of the Nepali-American community. This community has a significant presence in New York State, particularly in Queens, with over 15,000 members. They have made notable contributions in various fields such as arts, sciences, business, sports, and philanthropy. The bill aims to increase awareness and enhance the profile of Nepali-American culture in the state.
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Quick answers about K 541
- What is the current status of K 541?
- As of September 28, 2025, K 541 is recorded as "Chaptered/Signed": it has been signed by the Governor and chaptered into law. The last recorded action, on May 20, 2025, was "adopted".
- Did K 541 pass?
- Yes. K 541 passed both houses and was signed into law (last action May 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 541, and where is it now?
- K 541 was authored by Asm. Jenifer Rajkumar.
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| May. 20, 2025 | adopted |
| May. 19, 2025 | referred to calendar |
Latest bill textIntroduced version, May 28, 2025 · 344 words
Assembly Resolution No. 541 BY: M. of A. Rajkumar MEMORIALIZING Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 28, 2025, as Nepali-American Heritage Day in the State of New York WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize official days that are set aside to increase awareness and enhance the profile of cultural diversity which strengthens the fabric of the communities of New York State; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to memorialize Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 28, 2025, as Nepali American Heritage Day in the State of New York; and WHEREAS, The Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal is a trusted ally of our great State and Nation, sharing our values of democracy, pluralism, freedom, and conservation; and WHEREAS, The modern government of Nepal began on Jestha 15, 2065 on the Nepali calendar, when the newly-elected Constituent Assembly convened for the first time and declared Nepal a federal democratic republic, and its anniversary is now celebrated in Nepal as Republic Day; and WHEREAS, Beginning in the 1990s, people began emigrating from Nepal in large numbers to the United States, which is now proudly home to about 200,000 Nepali Americans; and WHEREAS, The State of New York is home to over 15,000 Nepali Americans, living predominantly in New York City and concentrated in Queens, where they constitute one of the fastest-growing populations in the city; and WHEREAS, There is a vibrant Nepali American community in the State of New York, impressing upon us their culture and values, and making outstanding contributions in the arts, sciences, academics, business, sports, religion, politics, and philanthropy; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to memorialize Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 28, 2025, as Nepali American Heritage Day in the State of New York; and be it further RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to the Consul General of Nepal and various Nepalese organizations throughout the State of New York.
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