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THIRD READING
Bill No: SCR 61
Author: Pan (D)
Introduced:5/12/15
Vote: 21
SUBJECT: Slavic Heritage Day
SOURCE: Slavic Chamber of Commerce
DIGEST: This resolution recognizes May 24, 2015, as Slavic
Heritage Day.
ANALYSIS: This resolution makes the following legislative
findings:
1)Since the first Slavic settlers and traders set foot in what
is now Alaska and settled on the Aleutian island of Kodiak in
1784, the Slavic people have been contributing bountifully to
the culture and history of the United States, have achieved
great success, strengthened the country, and helped shape the
American way of life through their deep commitment to faith,
family, and community.
2)With longstanding roots in California that date back more than
200 years with the establishment of colonies including Fort
Ross in 1812 by Russian settlers, the Slavic community has
forged its influence on the state through providing support to
settlers, crafts, technologies, and commercial enterprise.
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3)The Slavic American community has brought invaluable cultural
contributions to California by introducing its rich culture,
literature, and alphabet, which traces its origins to ninth
century Bulgaria, and these contributions have enhanced the
diversity and progress, as well as the cultural heritage, that
the state has and will continue to enjoy.
4)The inescapable influences of Slavic culture upon California's
performing arts, entertainment, and sports have reshaped the
state's culture through classical dance, the San Francisco
Ballet Company, and musical compositions through Hollywood
sound studios.
5)Slavic Heritage Day is the time when the rich history of
Slavic Americans is celebrated and their contributions to this
nation are honored.
6)As a nation of immigrants, the United States is better and
stronger because Slavic people from all over the world have
chosen to become American citizens.
This resolution recognizes May 24, 2015, as Slavic Heritage Day,
encourages all Californians to participate in appropriate
observances with activities that celebrate and commemorate
Slavic Heritage Day, and commends Slavic Americans for their
notable accomplishments and outstanding service to the state and
the nation.
FISCAL EFFECT: Appropriation: No Fiscal
Com.:NoLocal: No
SUPPORT: (Verified5/19/15)
Slavic Chamber of Commerce (source)
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OPPOSITION: (Verified5/19/15)
None received
Prepared by: Jonas Austin / SFA / (916) 651-1520
5/26/15 11:32:10
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