Relating to: proclaiming 2025 as the year of the snake.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Deb Andraca and 35 co-sponsors

AJR 38 designates 2025 as the Year of the Snake with a statewide ceremonial proclamation; it creates no new laws or funding and may invite observances.

Representative J. Jacobson added as a coauthor

Overview

AJR 38 is a joint resolution that would designate the calendar year 2025 in the state as the “Year of the Snake.” The measure is strictly ceremonial and intended to recognize and celebrate the cultural or symbolic significance associated with the snake, as reflected in the bill’s title and purpose.

Purpose and Intent

Establish a formal, statewide proclamation declaring 2025 the Year of the Snake.

Recognize the cultural or symbolic importance of the snake within the state’s communities, potentially to promote awareness, education, and celebration related to the designation.

Communicate the designation through the appropriate state channels (the typical function of a joint resolution in establishing observances).

Key Provisions (as indicated by the bill’s framing)

The bill would enact a formal proclamation by the state, labeling 2025 as the Year of the Snake.

As a joint resolution, it would generally express the sentiment of the Legislature rather than create new law or impose regulatory requirements.

It may outline, or invite, appropriate observances, events, or recognitions at the discretion of state agencies, schools, and organizations — without creating mandatory duties or funding obligations (no fiscal provisions are indicated in the available summary).

Who and What Would Be Affected

State government and agencies responsible for issuing proclamations or organizing commemorations.

Schools, cultural organizations, and local governments may choose to observe or participate in activities related to the designation.

The designation would apply statewide, signaling a formal acknowledgment from the Legislature.

Legislative Status and Timeline

Introduced: May 2, 2025, by a broad slate of Assembly members and cosponsored by several Senators.

Referred to: Committee on Rules (May 2, 2025).

Notable update: On September 9, 2025, Representative J. Jacobson was added as a coauthor.

This is a procedural, ceremonial bill; passage would require approval by both houses and signing by the governor, if applicable.

Potential Impact

Primary impact is symbolic: it publicly acknowledges the Year of the Snake in the state and may encourage related cultural events, education, and awareness.

No explicit fiscal costs or budgetary implications are indicated in the available information.

Could foster cross-cultural engagement and educational programming without altering existing laws or creating new regulatory requirements.

Additional Notes

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The measure lists a large, bipartisan coalition of sponsors and coauthors, reflecting broad legislative support for designating the year.

If you’d like, I can compare AJR 38 to similar state proclamations or provide a brief context on how such joint resolutions function within the legislative process.

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