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Korean American Day recognized nationally

14 December 2005

The House of Representatives unanimously passed a bill recognizing January 13 as Korean American Day. Its observance falls on the day that the first Korean immigrants landed in Honolulu, Hawaii in 1903.

"It's important to honor the legacy of the first Koreans to reach Hawaii as we approach the 103rd anniversary of their immigration," remarked U.S. Rep. Jay Inslee, a cosponsor of the federal legislation. "Generations of Korean Americans since then have enriched society and culture across our nation, and especially in Washington state."

"I was pleased to hear that Congressman Inslee joined in co-sponsorship of H.Res. 487. Over the last century Korean Americans have made tremendous contributions to our nation and our state," said state Sen. Paull Shin, who emigrated from South Korea at age 18 after being adopted by a U.S. Army soldier during the Korean War and now represents Washington's 21st Legislative District. "The celebration of Korean American Day is a great step in the history of our nation."

Over 1 million Korean Americans now live in the United States, including about 50,000 in Washington. The state's Korean population ranks behind only California, New York and New Jersey, according to the last U.S. Census.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

U.S. Rep Jay Inslee