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R E S O L U T I O N
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WHEREAS, Many Asian American residents of the Lone Star State |
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are commemorating the Lunar New Year on January 26, 2009; and |
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WHEREAS, This exciting holiday ushers in the Year of the Ox on |
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the Chinese calendar and marks the beginning of a significant |
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season in Asian culture; a time of renewal that emphasizes new |
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opportunities, this festive occasion also serves to strengthen and |
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enhance the bonds of the international community in Texas; and |
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WHEREAS, The Lunar New Year is traditionally observed with |
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colorful interpretations of the cultural traditions of the East, |
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including martial arts performances and dramatic firecracker |
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displays; lion and dragon dances, which are said to banish evil |
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spirits and to beckon good fortune for the coming year, are often |
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the much-anticipated highlights of these events; and |
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WHEREAS, Lunar New Year celebrations showcase the rich |
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heritage of many Texas residents whose ancestry originates in Asia, |
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and observing this special occasion promotes a greater appreciation |
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of the vibrant multicultural character of the Lone Star State; now, |
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therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas |
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Legislature hereby commemorate the Lunar New Year and extend to all |
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those citizens who are celebrating the holiday sincere best wishes |
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for prosperity and happiness in the coming year. |