Relative to Republic of Vietnam Month.

Summary: Assembly Concurrent Resolution (ACR) 4 – Republic of Vietnam Month

Purpose and intent

ACR 4 would designate October 2025 as “Republic of Vietnam Month” in California. The measure honors the 69th anniversary of the first Constitution of the Republic of Vietnam, commemorates lives lost in the Vietnam War in support of freedom and democracy, and recognizes the positive contributions of Vietnamese Americans to the state of California.

Key provisions

• Proclamation: October 2025 is proclaimed Republic of Vietnam Month in California.
• Historical commemoration: Marks the 69th anniversary of the Republic of Vietnam’s first Constitution, honoring democracy in Vietnam’s early republic.
• Honor and remembrance: Recognizes the sacrifices of American service members (over 58,000) and others who supported the fight for freedom in Vietnam, as well as the ARVN and their families, including the wives who endured hardship.
• Refugee and community impact: Acknowledges the large Vietnamese refugee movement following the fall of Saigon and notes California’s substantial Vietnamese American population (over 600,000) and their contributions to education, business, politics, arts, science, and technology.
• Ongoing human rights concerns: Cites concerns about the Socialist Republic of Vietnam’s alleged infringements on civil and political liberties (e.g., child labor, human trafficking, religious and political persecution, press suppression, disappearances, and land seizures) and notes Vietnamese American efforts to advocate for freedom and democracy.
• Civic reflection: Encourages October as a time for reflection on freedom and democracy and for recognizing veterans’ sacrifices.

Who would be affected

• Vietnamese American communities in California and their broader public, through increased recognition and awareness.
• California state institutions, schools, and public events that may observe or commemorate Republic of Vietnam Month.
• The author of the measure and the Legislature, which would circulate copies to the author for distribution.

Procedural and timeline aspects

• Status: Referred to the Committee on Rules (RLS) for consideration.
• Introduced: December 2, 2024.
• Legislative actions: Referred to RLS on February 3, 2025; “From printer” entry on December 3, 2024.
• Fiscal impact: Claimed not to require a fiscal committee (no fiscal effect anticipated) due to its symbolic nature.

Nature and impact

ACR 4 is a symbolic, non-binding concurrent resolution. It serves to honor a historical milestone, recognize contributions of Vietnamese Americans, and underscore advocacy for democracy and human rights, without creating enforceable legal obligations or new state programs.