Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim January 13, 2025, as Korean American Day in the State of New York

This bill (K 10, Assembly Resolution No. 10) requests Governor Hochul to officially proclaim January 13, 2025, as Korean American Day in New York State. It commemorates the 122nd anniversary of the January 13, 1903 arrival of the first large group of Korean immigrants to the U.S. (56 men, 21 women, and 25 children). The resolution symbolically recognizes Korean Americans' historical contributions to New York and U.S. society, including their roles in business, community service, and military service. As a memorial resolution, it does not create new laws or affect specific individuals.