HOUSE RESOLUTION CELEBRATING MAY 21, 2024, AS "KOREA DAY" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

This bill designates May 21, 2024, as "Korea Day" in the State of Rhode Island to honor the state's Korean American community and its contributions to local culture and the economy. The resolution acknowledges the historical ties between Rhode Island and South Korea, including the service of Korean War veterans and the growth of trade between the two regions. It also recognizes the work of the Korean American Association of Rhode Island in promoting cultural exchange and friendship. Finally, the bill directs the Secretary of State to send certified copies of the resolution to the Korean American Association of Rhode Island and the Korean Consul General in Boston.