BILL ANALYSIS Ó
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Date of Hearing: January 22, 2015
ASSEMBLY COMMITTEE ON RULES
Gordon, Richard S., Chair
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3 (Mendoza) - As Introduced December 8, 2014
SENATE VOTE: 31-6
SUBJECT: India Republic Day.
SUMMARY: Proclaims January 26, 2015, as India Republic Day, and
would urge all Californians to join in celebrating India
Republic Day. Specifically, this resolution: makes the
following legislative 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 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.
3) Today, Republic Day is celebrated every year on January
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26th with enthusiasm all over the country 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: None
REGISTERED SUPPORT / OPPOSITION:
Support
None on file
Opposition
None on file
Analysis Prepared
by: Nicole Willis / RLS. / (916) 319-2800