SR54 - Relative to Korean Independence Day.

Enrolled August 27, 2025 Passed IN Senate August 25, 2025 CALIFORNIA LEGISLATURE— 2025–2026 REGULAR SESSION Senate Resolution No. 54 Introduced by Senator Choi (Coauthors: Senators Alvarado-Gil, Archuleta, Arreguín, Ashby, Blakespear, Cabaldon, Durazo, Grayson, Hurtado, Jones, Laird, Niello, Ochoa Bogh, Padilla, Richardson, Seyarto, Strickland, Valladares, Weber Pierson, and Wiener) July 03, 2025 Relative to Korean Independence Day. LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL'S DIGEST SR 54, Choi. Digest Key Bill Text WHEREAS, August 15, 2025, marks the 80th anniversary of the Independence of the Republic of Korea; and WHEREAS, Korean Independence Day or Gwangbokjeol, commemorates the liberation of Korea from Japanese colonization on August 15, 1945; and WHEREAS, The thousands of brave Korean service members and civilians who lost their lives or were imprisoned fighting for independence are a testament to the Republic of Korea’s enduring strength and resiliency; and WHEREAS, On Korean Independence Day, Koreans throughout the world unite to commemorate this day through parades, concerts, and celebrations that showcase Korea’s rich cultural heritage; and WHEREAS, California is home to more than 530,000 Korean Americans who celebrate this important holiday; and WHEREAS, The Korean American community has enriched the cultural, social, and economic landscape of California; and WHEREAS, Korean Independence Day is an opportunity to celebrate the great contributions of Korean Americans to the United States; and WHEREAS, The Republic of Korea and the United States are historic allies that share common values and objectives through economic interdependence and national security; now, therefore, be it Resolved by the Senate of the State of California, That August 15, 2025, is hereby commemorated as Korean Independence Day; and be it further Resolved, That the Secretary of the Senate transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.