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HR 6219

HOUSE RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE CELEBRATION OF THE CAMBODIAN NEW YEAR AND "THE YEAR OF THE SNAKE" ON APRIL 14-16, 2025

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Edith Ajello and 9 co-sponsors

Rhode Island recognizes Cambodian New Year 2025 and the Year of the Snake, honoring the Cambodian community and celebrating cultural diversity; non-binding ceremonial.

04/10/2025 House read and passed
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Bill Summary · HR 6219

Summary: Rhode Island House Resolution HR 6219

Overview

HR 6219 is a Rhode Island House resolution recognizing the Cambodian New Year and the Year of the Snake for 2025, to be celebrated April 14–16, 2025. The measure is ceremonial (non-binding) and acknowledges the contributions of the Cambodian community to Rhode Island’s cultural diversity. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to transmit a certified copy to the Cambodian Society of Rhode Island, Inc.

Purpose and Intent

  • Highlight the cultural significance of Choul Chnam Thmey (Cambodian New Year), a holiday marking the transition to the new year and the end of the harvesting season.
  • Acknowledge 2025 as "The Year of the Snake" in the Cambodian zodiac.
  • Extend respect and appreciation for the Cambodian community in Rhode Island and its contributions to state culture and diversity.

Key Provisions

  • Recognition of Cambodian New Year and the Year of the Snake on April 14–16, 2025.
  • Summary explanation of the holiday’s traditional observances:
    • Moha Sangkran (New Year’s Day, beginning anew; home cleaning/decorating; preparations for celebrations).
    • Wanabot (Day 2; giving gifts to parents/elders; charity and helping those less fortunate).
    • Thhnay Leung Sakk (Day 3; temple visits; cleansing Buddha statues and monks; acts of contrition; end-of-year rites).
  • A statement that the Cambodian New Year is a time for community gathering and celebration across ages.
  • Authorization for the Secretary of State to transmit a duly certified copy of the resolution to Suonriaksmay Keo, President of the Cambodian Society of Rhode Island, Inc.

Affected Parties and Scope

  • Primary beneficiaries: Rhode Island’s Cambodian community and cultural organizations (e.g., Cambodian Society of Rhode Island, Inc.).
  • State officials: Secretary of State, who would transmit the copy of the resolution.
  • General public: Recognition of Rhode Island’s cultural diversity for residents and visitors.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduced: April 10, 2025.
  • Status: House read and passed on April 10, 2025.
  • Referred actions: Initially to the Committee on Ways and Means and to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (for provisions within their jurisdiction); typical for resolutions, these are procedural steps and do not involve appropriations or new laws.
  • Nature of the measure: A formal expression of recognition; does not create new law or mandate spending.

Additional Context

  • The resolution emphasizes cultural celebration, education, and appreciation of Rhode Island’s immigrant communities.
  • It serves as a formal acknowledgment rather than a policy change or budget resolution.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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