Assembly Resolution No. 945
BY: M. of A. Kim
COMMEMORATING the Asian American community's
celebration of the Lunar New Year, the Year of the
Horse, on February 17, 2026
WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to honor, with
pleasure and great pride, the Asian American community of the State of
New York upon the occasion of the celebration of the Lunar New Year; and
WHEREAS, The Lunar New Year is a festival of great importance for
Asian Americans across United States and in many countries around the
world; the celebration of the Lunar New Year is fundamental to numerous
cultures and promotes goodwill and self-reflection; it is a joyous
occasion welcomed annually with distinctive festivities and abundant
preparation; the celebration of the Lunar New Year is a tradition in
which people proclaim the arrival of the new year and look forward with
hope and optimism for all that it will bring; and
WHEREAS, According to legend, Buddha invited the animals of the
world to visit him, rewarding those who came by naming a year in their
honor; each animal, in turn, gave its characteristics to those born
during its year; and
WHEREAS, On February 17, 2026, in accordance with their calendar and
beliefs, Asian Americans will joyously usher in the Year of the Horse;
and
WHEREAS, People born in the Year of the Horse are known to be
energetic, independent, possess a self-reliant nature, love being in
crowds, and are freedom-loving individuals with charismatic, social
nature; and
WHEREAS, In times of adversity, those born under the sign of the
Horse remain positive and maintain an affirmative outlook on life,
confident in their own abilities, and benevolent and generous to others;
and
WHEREAS, The distinguished values and traditions of Asian cultures
and their many contributions in commerce, science, and the arts have
left a substantial impact on our global community, and the contributions
of Asian Americans are particularly esteemed within our Empire State and
acknowledged for their outstanding merit and value; and
WHEREAS, Recognizing the significance of their contributions to the
City and the State of New York, this Legislative Body is proud to honor
all New Yorkers of Asian ancestry, joining with them in welcoming the
Year of the Horse, on February 17, 2026; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the Asian American community's celebration of the Lunar New
Year, the Year of the Horse, on February 17, 2026; and be it further
RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to distinguished members of the Asian American community.
