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Senate joins Persian and other communities in celebrating Friday, March 20, 2020, as the beginning of the Persian New Year (Nowrūz)

Recognizes Nowrūz originated in ancient Persia over 3,000 years ago and marks the vernal equinox, symbolizing springtime renewal, peace, and solidarity between generations and communities

Notes the United Nations proclaimed International Nowrūz Day in 2010 and acknowledges the significant Persian cultural contributions to California's social and economic landscape

Highlights that California has over 500,000 Iranian Americans, the largest concentration outside Iran, with many residing in the greater Los Angeles area known as "Tehrangeles" or "Little Persia"

Describes Nowrūz traditions including the Haft-Sin table with seven symbolic items representing hopes for health, wealth, and prosperity, observed over 13 days beginning on the eve of the first Wednesday of the year