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CA ACR153
Concurrent Resolution
Status
Introduced
3/2/2026
Primary Sponsor
Lisa Calderon
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AI Summary
- Designates March 2026 as Irish American Heritage Month in California, honoring 102 years of diplomatic relations between the United States and Ireland (established in 1924)
- Recognizes contributions of over 35 million Americans of Irish heritage, including 9 signers of the Declaration of Independence and 23 U.S. Presidents (Kennedy, Reagan, Clinton, Bush, Obama, Biden)
- Acknowledges Irish American roles in California infrastructure development (railroads, bridges, dams, roads) and service as peace officers, firefighters, and military members
- Highlights Ireland as California's seventh largest source of foreign direct investment, with two-way trade and investment between Ireland and the U.S. exceeding €1 trillion annually
- Calls for observance through ceremonies and activities, particularly on March 17 (St. Patrick's Day), with copies to be sent to Irish diplomatic officials
Legislative Description
Irish American Heritage Month.
Last Action
From committee: Be adopted. Ordered to Third Reading. (Ayes 10. Noes 0.) (March 9).
3/9/2026
Committee Referrals
Rules3/9/2026
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