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AZ SCR1008

Concurrent Resolution

Status

Introduced

7/31/2023

Primary Sponsor

Anthony Kern

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Origin

Senate

Fifty-sixth Legislature - First Regular Session (2023)

AI Summary

  • Designates April 1, 2023 as Assyrian New Year in recognition of this significant cultural celebration
  • Acknowledges Assyrians as indigenous people of Mesopotamia who have contributed major technological advances including irrigation systems, the wheel, arch and dome architecture, and astronomical calculations
  • Recognizes approximately 600,000 Assyrians in the United States with tens of thousands residing in Arizona
  • Notes the Assyrian New Year celebrates the year 6773 and is observed for 12 days with large celebrations, family gatherings, parades and festivals symbolizing spring, rebirth and renewal
  • Honors Assyrians as productive members of American society who contribute talents in accounting, aerospace, agriculture, architecture, education, engineering, finance, medicine, military service and politics

Legislative Description

Assyrian New Year; recognizing.

Concurrent Resolution

Last Action

Assigned to Senate RULES Committee

7/31/2023

Committee Referrals

Rules7/31/2023

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