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THIRD READING
Bill No: ACR 85
Author: Mendoza (D) and Wieckowski (D), et al.
Amended: 2/2/12 in Assembly
Vote: 21
ASSEMBLY FLOOR : Read and adopted, 2/2/12
SUBJECT : India Republic Day
SOURCE : Author
DIGEST : This resolution proclaims January 26, 2012, as
India Republic Day and urges all Californians to join in
celebrating India Republic Day.
ANALYSIS : This resolution makes the following findings:
1. Although India obtained its independence from British
rule on August 15, 1947, a permanent constitution was
adopted after many deliberations which spread over two
years, 11 months, and 18 days; and the Constitution of
India became the law of all the Indian lands on January
26, 1950.
2. Achievements by Asian Indians in America and California
include contributions to all facets of our community,
including our culture and society through their
achievements in food, medicine, business, and
technology; and Republic Day offers an opportunity to
reflect on the many achievements of the large Asian
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Indian community here in California.
3. Today, Republic Day is celebrated every year on January
26 with enthusiasm all over India and begins with a
solemn reminder of the sacrifice of the martyrs who died
for the country and with awards of medals for bravery
and valor.
FISCAL EFFECT : Fiscal Com.: No
SUPPORT : (Verified 5/22/12)
AFSCME
RM:kc 5/22/12 Senate Floor Analyses
SUPPORT/OPPOSITION: SEE ABOVE
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