Commemorating the Asian American community's celebration of Songkran on April 13-15, 2025
This is a symbolic legislative resolution (not a bill with policy changes) that formally commemorates the Asian American community's celebration of Songkran (Thailand's New Year water festival) on April 13-15, 2025. It recognizes Songkran's cultural significance - including traditions like water splashing, family gatherings, and temple visits - and honors Asian American contributions to New York. The resolution requires the legislature to pause deliberations to acknowledge this celebration and send copies to community members. It does not create new policy or affect any regulations; it is purely a ceremonial gesture of recognition.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2025
Committee Review
Assembly Passage
Apr 2025
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Apr 7, 2025
Last action Apr 7, 2025
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the Assembly by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
2
Key actions
1
Committee
0
Apr 7, 2025
Lower · Passed
ADOPTED
lower
Apr 7, 2025
Introduced
INTRODUCED
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Steven Raga
DDemocratic
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