LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commemorating the Asian-American community's
celebration of the Lunar New Year, 4712, the Year of the Horse on Janu-
ary 31, 2014

WHEREAS, With due cause and proper resolve, this Legislative Body honors
the Asian-American community of the State of New York as it celebrates
the Lunar New Year; and
WHEREAS, According to legend, the Jade Emperor invited the animals of
the world to visit him, rewarding those who came by naming a year in
their honor; each animal in turn gave its characteristics to the people
born in its year; and
WHEREAS, According to popular story, the order of the Zodiac was
decided by a great race in which the Horse ran as fast as it could, only
to lose to the Snake, which rode on his leg; and
WHEREAS, The Asian-American community joyously ushers in the Year of
the Horse, 4712 on January 31, 2014; and
WHEREAS, People born in the Year of the Horse are characterized by
their animated, active, and social personalities; and
WHEREAS, Those born under the Sign of the Horse enjoy a healthy sense
of humor and a desire to be the center of attention; and
WHEREAS, They are often well-liked by many people, with a few close
friends, bringing energy and laughter to their groups as well as new
solutions to problems and a can-do attitude; and
WHEREAS, The Lunar New Year, the most important and most popular of
Asian festivals, exemplifies the rich and diverse cultural traditions of
Asian-Americans; and
WHEREAS, New York State is blessed with many citizens of Asian
descent; they are distinguished by their excellence and their contrib-
utions to all fields of endeavor; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is proud to honor all the citizens of
New York State of Asian ancestry, joining with them in welcoming the
Year of the Horse, 4712 on January 31, 2014; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the Lunar New Year celebration in New York City on January
31, 2014; and be it further
RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to distinguished members of the Asian-American community.