Recognizing the cultural and historical significance of Lunar New Year in 2024.

HRES 1002 is a symbolic House resolution recognizing the cultural and historical significance of Lunar New Year (celebrated as the Year of the Dragon in 2024). It acknowledges the holiday's 4,000-year history in China, its celebration across Asia (including Seollal and Tết), and its significance to Asian Americans and others in the U.S. The resolution expresses respect for those observing the holiday and wishes them a happy new year, but it does not create new laws, policies, or funding. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no direct effect on legislation or constituents.