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Lunar New Year, often referred to as Chinese New Year in the U.S., follows the lunisolar calendar and celebrates the beginning of spring.
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Washington state working to recognize Lunar New Year as public holiday

Lunar New Year, often referred to as Chinese New Year in the U.S., follows the lunisolar calendar and celebrates the beginning of spring.

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