Celebrates Asian American Heritage Month

Official: Recognizing the significance of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month as an important time to celebrate the significant contributions of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders to the history of the United States.

IntroducedApril 30, 2026

Native Americans

Why This Matters

This resolution recognizes May as a time to celebrate the contributions of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders to U.S. history.

If you identify as Asian American, Native Hawaiian, or Pacific Islander, this resolution celebrates your heritage during May.

Affects: This resolution affects Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders, as well as the broader U.S. community that celebrates their heritage.

Summary

This resolution recognizes the significance of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month as an important time to celebrate the significant contributions of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders to the history of the United States.

What does this resolution do?

1. This resolution honors May as Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. 2. It recognizes the diverse backgrounds of these communities, which include over 70 ethnicities and 100 languages. 3. The resolution notes the significant population growth of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in recent years. 4. It highlights important historical events and milestones related to these communities in the U.S. 5. The resolution encourages observance through programs and activities that celebrate their contributions.

Who is affected?

This resolution affects Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders, as well as the broader U.S. community that celebrates their heritage.