May was designated Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month by Congress in 1992 to commemorate the contributions of Asians and Pacific Islanders in the United States.

In 2022 AAPI History Month was recognized by Mayor Ron Nirenberg and the City of San Antonio so to be culturally celebrated year after year. In 2023 AAPI History Month and the AAPI Passport was recognized at the Bexar County Commissioners Court By Judge Peter Sakai.