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Assembly adopts ACR 1 designating Oct. 23 as Korean Ginseng Day

5322108 · July 7, 2025

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The Assembly adopted Assembly Concurrent Resolution 1 on June 4 to recognize Oct. 23 as Korean Ginseng Day in California. The resolution drew 62 co‑authors and was approved by voice vote; authors said the recognition honors cultural ties and the role of ginseng in Korean American communities.

The California State Assembly adopted Assembly Concurrent Resolution 1 on June 4, designating Oct. 23 as Korean Ginseng Day in California. Assemblymember Quirk Silva presented the resolution and the Clerk recorded 62 co‑authors; the resolution was adopted by voice vote.

Assemblymember Quirk Silva said on the floor that “Korean ginseng is not merely a health supplement. It is a symbol of wisdom, tradition, and resilience that has been passed down through generations,” and asked members for their support in establishing the day. Assemblymember Mark Gonzalez, a joint author, described his personal use of Korean red ginseng and expressed support for recognizing its cultural importance.

Quirk Silva introduced visiting delegates from Gumsan County in the Republic of Korea as well as representatives of Korea‑related trade and ginseng organizations. The resolution was adopted after a voice vote; the Clerk announced that the ayes have it and the resolution is adopted.