Assembly adopts ACR 153 designating March as Irish American Heritage Month

The California State Assembly read and adopted Assembly Concurrent Resolution 153, which designates March as Irish American Heritage Month. The clerk read the resolution and Assemblymember Calderon presented it; members including Assemblymember Haney and others spoke in favor before the Assembly adopted the measure by voice vote.

Assemblymember Calderon described the historical contribution of Irish Americans to California and the nation, noting immigration waves and cultural ties. Assemblymember Haney and other supporters spoke about Irish heritage, the size of the Irish‑American community and longstanding cultural events such as St. Patrick’s Day parades in San Francisco.

The resolution is ceremonial: it recognizes heritage and encourages celebration and education but does not change law or appropriate funds. The Assembly recorded the voice vote as ‘the ayes have it’ and proceeded with other business.