Assembly Resolution No. 58
BY: M. of A. Kim
COMMEMORATING the Asian American community's
celebration of the Lunar New Year, the Year of the
Snake, on January 29, 2025
WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to honor, with
pleasure and great pride, the Asian American community of the State of
New York upon the occasion of the celebration of the Lunar New Year; and
WHEREAS, The Lunar New Year is a festival of great importance in
Asian American communities across America and in many countries around
the world; the celebration of the Lunar New Year is fundamental to
numerous cultures and promotes goodwill and self-reflection; it is a
joyous occasion welcomed annually with distinctive festivities and much
preparation; the celebration of the Lunar New Year is a tradition by
which Asian Americans proclaim the arrival of a new year and look
forward to what it will bring; and
WHEREAS, According to legend, Buddha invited the animals of the
world to visit him, rewarding those who came by naming a year in their
honor; each animal, in turn, gave its characteristics to those born
during its year; and
WHEREAS, On January 29, 2025, in accordance with their calendar and
beliefs, Asian Americans will joyously usher in the Year of the Snake;
and
WHEREAS, People born in the Year of the Snake are known to be
amiable, intelligent, adaptable, and calm; and
WHEREAS, Those born under the sign of the Snake are thoughtful,
steadfast, and often reserved; and
WHEREAS, Linked by an enduring connection to mystery and enigma,
those born under the sign of the Snake are intuitive, independent and
wise, and persistent in pursuit of their goals; and
WHEREAS, The distinguished values of Asian cultures and their many
contributions in business and the economy as well as in the arts and
sciences have left substantial impacts on our global community; the
contributions of Asian Americans are particularly esteemed within this
great Empire State and are acknowledged for their outstanding merit and
value; and
WHEREAS, Recognizing the significance of their contributions to the
City and State of New York, this Legislative Body is proud to honor all
New Yorkers of Asian ancestry, joining with them in welcoming the Year
of the Snake, on January 29, 2025; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the Asian American community's celebration of the Lunar New
Year, the Year of the Snake, on January 29, 2025; and be it further
RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to distinguished members of the Asian American community.
