Purpose and Summary

Chamber: House

Introduced date: 2025-01-24

Bill 119 HRES 69, also known as the Celebrating Hindu Americans Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress that aims to recognize and celebrate the contributions of Hindu Americans to society. The bill also condemns attacks on Hindu places of worship, as well as acts of Hinduphobia and anti-Hindu bigotry. The bill highlights the importance of promoting religious tolerance and understanding, and calls for increased efforts to combat discrimination and violence against Hindu Americans. It emphasizes the need to protect the rights and freedoms of all individuals, regardless of their religious beliefs. In addition to condemning acts of violence and discrimination, the bill also seeks to raise awareness about the rich cultural heritage and traditions of Hindu Americans. It calls for the celebration of Hindu festivals and events, as well as the recognition of the achievements and contributions of Hindu Americans in various fields. Overall, Bill 119 HRES 69 aims to promote inclusivity, diversity, and respect for all individuals, regardless of their religious background. It underscores the importance of fostering a society that values and embraces the differences that make us unique.

Recent Activity

Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

Alternative Names

Celebrating Hindu Americans, condemning attacks on Hindu places of worship, Hinduphobia, and anti-Hindu bigotry, and for other purposes.

Associated Legislation

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Policy Areas

Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues

Potential Impact

Congressional tributes

Religion

Sponsors and Supporters

Rep. Thanedar, Shri [D-MI-13]

Cosponsors and Supporters

Rep. Fallon, Pat [R-TX-4]

Rep. Fitzpatrick, Brian K. [R-PA-1]

Rep. Foster, Bill [D-IL-11]

Rep. Goldman, Daniel S. [D-NY-10]

Rep. Jackson, Jonathan L. [D-IL-1]

Rep. Kim, Young [R-CA-40]

Rep. Krishnamoorthi, Raja [D-IL-8]

Rep. McIver, LaMonica [D-NJ-10]

Rep. Mullin, Kevin [D-CA-15]

Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC]

Rep. Pallone, Frank [D-NJ-6]

Rep. Ross, Deborah K. [D-NC-2]

Rep. Sherman, Brad [D-CA-32]

Rep. Vargas, Juan [D-CA-52]

Rep. Lawler, Michael [R-NY-17]

Rep. Latimer, George [D-NY-16]

Rep. Fallon, Pat [R-TX-4]

Rep. Fitzpatrick, Brian K. [R-PA-1]

Rep. Foster, Bill [D-IL-11]

Rep. Goldman, Daniel S. [D-NY-10]

Rep. Jackson, Jonathan L. [D-IL-1]

Rep. Kim, Young [R-CA-40]

Rep. Krishnamoorthi, Raja [D-IL-8]

Rep. McIver, LaMonica [D-NJ-10]

Rep. Mullin, Kevin [D-CA-15]

Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC]

Rep. Pallone, Frank [D-NJ-6]

Rep. Ross, Deborah K. [D-NC-2]

Rep. Sherman, Brad [D-CA-32]

Rep. Vargas, Juan [D-CA-52]

Rep. Lawler, Michael [R-NY-17]

Rep. Latimer, George [D-NY-16]

Rep. Fallon, Pat [R-TX-4]

Rep. Fitzpatrick, Brian K. [R-PA-1]

Rep. Foster, Bill [D-IL-11]

Rep. Goldman, Daniel S. [D-NY-10]

Rep. Jackson, Jonathan L. [D-IL-1]

Rep. Kim, Young [R-CA-40]

Rep. Krishnamoorthi, Raja [D-IL-8]

Rep. McIver, LaMonica [D-NJ-10]

Rep. Mullin, Kevin [D-CA-15]

Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC]

Rep. Pallone, Frank [D-NJ-6]

Rep. Ross, Deborah K. [D-NC-2]

Rep. Sherman, Brad [D-CA-32]

Rep. Vargas, Juan [D-CA-52]

Rep. Lawler, Michael [R-NY-17]

Rep. Latimer, George [D-NY-16]

Rep. Bacon, Don [R-NE-2]

Committees and Subcommittees

Oversight and Government Reform Committee

Variations and Revisions

Rowan Gay