Bill Text: CA SR85 | 2015-2016 | Regular Session | Enrolled

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Bill Title: Relative to Ukrainian Independence Day

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Republican 5-0)

Status: (Passed) 2016-08-18 - Read. Adopted. (Ayes 38. Noes 0. Page 5080.) [SR85 Detail]

Download: California-2015-SR85-Enrolled.html

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BILL NUMBER: SR 85	ENROLLED
	BILL TEXT

	ADOPTED IN SENATE  AUGUST 18, 2016
	ADOPTED IN ASSEMBLY  AUGUST 4, 2016

INTRODUCED BY   Senators Nielsen, Cannella, Fuller, Gaines, and
Morrell

                        AUGUST 4, 2016

   Relative to Ukrainian Independence Day


	LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL'S DIGEST
             HOUSE OR SENATE RESOLUTIONS DO NOT CONTAIN A DIGEST



   WHEREAS, The greatness of the United States is in large part
attributable to this country having been able, through the democratic
process, to achieve a harmonious national unity of its people, even
though they stem from the most diverse racial, religious, and ethnic
backgrounds; and
   WHEREAS, The Ukrainian Declaration of Independence took place on
August 24, 1991; and
   WHEREAS, On August 24, 2016, the Ukrainian American community will
celebrate the 25th anniversary of Ukrainian Independence, and on
this occasion, it is appropriate to make special recognition of
California's Ukrainian American citizens and thank them for their
countless contributions to our nation's cultural, economic, and
political heritage; and
   WHEREAS, Ukraine has proven its commitment to democratic ideals
which were embodied in the restoration of its independence in 1991
and the values and responsibilities associated with those ideals; and

   WHEREAS, For centuries, the people of Ukraine have yearned and
struggled to achieve freedom and independence while preserving their
religion, culture, language, and self-identity; and
   WHEREAS, Ukrainian self-determination was evident in the brave
Ukrainian immigrants who settled on the shore of the United States
and contributed greatly to America by giving back to their adopted
homeland, while never forgetting their rich history, culture, and
heritage; and
   WHEREAS, The perseverance and endurance of the Ukrainian people in
standing against hatred, tyranny, and aggression, and their
commitment to freedom, liberty, and independence, are commendable;
and
   WHEREAS, California is proud to be home to people of Ukrainian
descent and benefits from the rich cultural heritage and family
values that are passed along to future generations through the many
Ukrainian musical, social, fraternal, educational, and religious
organizations; now, therefore, be it
   Resolved by the Senate of the State of California,  That the
Senate hereby recognizes August 24, 2016, as Ukrainian Independence
Day and calls upon the people of the state to observe the month of
August 2016 with appropriate ceremonies, programs, and activities;
and be it further
   Resolved, That the Secretary of the Senate transmit copies of this
resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.