Chair Meng Leads Bipartisan Resolution to Commemorate Lunar New Year

WASHINGTON, D.C. —  Rep. Grace Meng (NY-06), Chair of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus, today announced the introduction of her bipartisan resolution to honor the cultural and historical significance of Lunar New Year, which is celebrated by millions of people across the United States and around the world.

“Lunar New Year is one of the most significant holidays for many in the Asian American community. It is a time for families to gather, pass down traditions, and honor our ancestors. I am proud to lead the bipartisan effort in Congress to commemorate this important holiday. Our heritage is an essential part of America’s cultural fabric and deserves to be honored. May the Year of the Fire Horse bring happiness, good health, and prosperity to all,” said CAPAC Chair Rep. Grace Meng.

In New York City, Chair Meng played a pivotal role in helping to make Lunar New Year a school holiday for the city’s public schools. She joined New York Governor Kathy Hochul in 2023 as the Governor signed legislation declaring Lunar New Year a public school holiday in New York State. The Congresswoman first proposed closing New York schools for Lunar New Year when she was a member of the New York State Legislature in 2009.

Meng is also the author of the Lunar New Year Day Act which would establish Lunar New Year as the 12th federal holiday recognized across the United States.

The bipartisan resolution commemorating Lunar New Year is co-sponsored by 56 Members of Congress. A copy of the resolution can be found here.

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