ASSEMBLY THIRD READING

ATR Bill Id:ACR 183

Author:(Mullin, et al.)

As Introduced Ver:March 4, 2020

Majority vote

SUMMARY:

Designates March 2020 as Irish American Heritage Month in honor of the multitude of contributions that Irish Americans have made to better the country and state.

Major Provisions

1. The democratic expression of the people of Ireland's will in 1918 led directly to the establishment of an independent state and enabled the people of Ireland to enjoy the freedom they have today.
2. The First Dáil gave a voice to the people of Ireland's expression of self-determination in the 1918 general election; and, on January 21, 1919, the first meeting of the unicameral parliament of the revolutionary Irish Republic, known as the First Dáil Éireann, met in Dublin's Mansion House to declare Ireland to be an independent nation and to establish its alternative parliament.
3. The United States recognized and established diplomatic relations with the Irish Free State in 1924; and, over the last several centuries, millions of Irish people faced severe hardship in their nation and immigrated to the United States in search of a more promising future for themselves and their families.
4. Irish Americans initially suffered prejudice and discrimination upon first arriving in the United States. As the years went on, Irish Americans became deeply integrated in the community and made numerous contributions in all aspects of American society and culture.
5. Irish Americans have also played a major role in California politics as governors, legislative leaders, city mayors, and other public officials.
6. Irish Americans were significantly involved in the development of infrastructure in California, including work on railroads and bridges.
7. Many Irish Americans have made their mark as peace officers, firefighters, and soldiers who have proudly served with distinction in every war that this nation has fought.
8. Today, over 35 million Americans claim Irish heritage, and they continue to contribute to American and California politics, economy, and culture.

COMMENTS:

None

According to the Author:

ACR 183 designates March 2020 as Irish American Heritage Month in honor of the multitude of contributions that Irish Americans have made to the country and state. Millions of Irish people, faced with severe hardship due to famine and poverty in their nation, immigrated to the United States over the last several centuries in search of a more promising future for themselves and their families. As we celebrate St. Patrick's Day, it is important to also recognize the role that Irish Americans have played in our communities throughout the United States as well as here in California.

Arguments in Support:

None on file

Arguments in Opposition:

None on file

FISCAL COMMENTS:

No fiscal impact

VOTES:

ASM RULES: 10-0-2

YES: Cooley, Carrillo, Flora, Grayson, Kamlager, Mathis, Quirk-Silva, Ramos, Robert Rivas, Wicks

ABS, ABST OR NV: Cunningham, Maienschein

UPDATED:

VERSION: March 4, 2020

CONSULTANT: Nicole Willis / RLS. / (916) 319-2800 FN: 0002736

Date of Hearing: March 12, 2020

ASSEMBLY COMMITTEE ON RULES

Ken Cooley, Chair

ABPCA Bill Id:ACR 183 (

Author:Mullin) – As Introduced Ver:March 4, 2020

SUBJECT: Irish American Heritage Month.

SUMMARY: Designates March 2020 as Irish American Heritage Month in honor of the multitude of contributions that Irish Americans have made to better the country and state. Specifically, this resolution makes the following legislative findings:

1. The democratic expression of the people of Ireland’s will in 1918 led directly to the establishment of an independent state and enabled the people of Ireland to enjoy the freedom they have today.
2. The First Dáil gave a voice to the people of Ireland’s expression of self-determination in the 1918 general election; and, on January 21, 1919, the first meeting of the unicameral parliament of the revolutionary Irish Republic, known as the First Dáil Éireann, met in Dublin’s Mansion House to declare Ireland to be an independent nation and to establish its alternative parliament.
3. The United States recognized and established diplomatic relations with the Irish Free State in 1924; and, over the last several centuries, millions of Irish people faced severe hardship in their nation and immigrated to the United States in search of a more promising future for themselves and their families.
4. Irish Americans initially suffered prejudice and discrimination upon first arriving in the United States. As the years went on, Irish Americans became deeply integrated in the community and made numerous contributions in all aspects of American society and culture.
5. Irish Americans have also played a major role in California politics as governors, legislative leaders, city mayors, and other public officials.
6. Irish Americans were significantly involved in the development of infrastructure in California, including work on railroads and bridges.
7. Many Irish Americans have made their mark as peace officers, firefighters, and soldiers who have proudly served with distinction in every war that this nation has fought.
8. Today, over 35 million Americans claim Irish heritage, and they continue to contribute to American and California politics, economy, and culture.

FISCAL EFFECT: None

REGISTERED SUPPORT / OPPOSITION:

Support

None on file

Opposition

None on file

Analysis Prepared by: Nicole Willis / RLS. / (916) 319-2800