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          Date of Hearing:   January 21, 2016


                             ASSEMBLY COMMITTEE ON RULES


                                    Gordon, Chair


          SCR  
                     91 (Mendoza) - As Introduced January 4, 2016


          SENATE VOTE:  35-0


          SUBJECT:  India Republic Day.


          SUMMARY:  Proclaims January 26, 2016, 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 26th  
            with enthusiasm all over India and begins with a solemn  








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            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