Expressing support for the month of April as "Sikh History Month".
This resolution expresses support for designating April as Sikh History Month to honor the history, culture, and contributions of the Sikh community. The measure highlights key Sikh principles such as equality, honest labor, and community service, noting that April often coincides with the significant festival of Vaisakhi. By encouraging schools and public institutions to host educational events, the bill aims to increase awareness of Sikh heritage and reduce misunderstandings about the faith. Ultimately, this non-binding resolution serves as a formal recognition of the Sikh community's role in American society rather than creating new legal requirements.
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Introduced Apr 28, 2026
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Apr 28, 2026
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Apr 28, 2026
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1 primary · 15 co-sponsors
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Brian K. Fitzpatrick
RRepublican
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Daniel Meuser
RRepublican
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Dave Min
DDemocratic
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David G. Valadao
RRepublican
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Donald Norcross
DDemocratic
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Eleanor Holmes Norton
DDemocratic
Co
Grace Meng
DDemocratic
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Gregory W. Meeks
DDemocratic
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Janice D. Schakowsky
DDemocratic
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Jim Costa
DDemocratic
Co
Josh Gottheimer
DDemocratic
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