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Introduced
03/17/2025
03/17/2025
In Committee
03/17/2025
03/17/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This resolution condemns Hinduphobia, anti-Hindu bigotry and intolerance, and declares the State of New Jersey as a place that welcomes the diversity brought by Hindu Americans. This resolution recognizes that Hinduism is one of the world's largest and oldest religions with over 1.2 billion adherents in over 100 countries and which encompasses an array of diverse traditions and belief systems with values of acceptance, mutual respect, and peace. The United States has always been a beacon of hope, progress, and innovation, attracting people from around the world to create and live a better and fulfilling life, and has welcomed more than four million Hindus from all corners of the world and given them better opportunities and the freedom to practice Hinduism, also known as "Sanatana Dharma". The American Hindu community has been a major contributor to diverse sectors such as medicine, science and engineering, information technology, hospitality, finance, academia, manufacturing, energy, retail trade, and so much more. Hindu contributions of Yoga, Ayurveda, meditation, food, music, arts, and more have enriched the cultural fabric and have been widely adopted in American society and enriched the lives of millions. Hinduphobia, as described by the Understanding Hinduphobia Initiative, is "a set of antagonistic, destructive, and derogatory attitudes and behaviors towards Sanatana Dharma (Hinduism) and Hindus that may manifest as prejudice, fear, or hatred". There have been documented instances of hate crimes against Hindu Americans over the last few decades in many parts of the country.
AI Summary
This joint resolution condemns Hinduphobia and anti-Hindu bigotry, formally declaring New Jersey a welcoming state for Hindu Americans. The resolution acknowledges Hinduism as one of the world's largest and oldest religions with over 1.2 billion adherents, emphasizing its diverse traditions and values of acceptance and peace. It highlights the significant contributions of Hindu Americans across various sectors including medicine, science, technology, and academia, and recognizes the cultural enrichment brought by Hindu practices like yoga, Ayurveda, and meditation. The resolution defines Hinduphobia as a set of antagonistic and destructive attitudes toward Hinduism that can manifest as prejudice, fear, or hatred, and acknowledges documented instances of hate crimes against Hindu Americans. By passing this resolution, the New Jersey General Assembly aims to condemn intolerance and celebrate the diversity and achievements of the Hindu American community. The resolution also mandates that copies be transmitted to the Governor, New Jersey's Congressional delegation, and the Hindu American Foundation in Washington, DC.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (20)
Rosaura Bagolie (D)*,
Balvir Singh (D)*,
Sterley Stanley (D)*,
Bob Auth (R),
Joe Danielsen (D),
Wayne DeAngelo (D),
Margie Donlon (D),
Mitchelle Drulis (D),
Roy Freiman (D),
Garnet Hall (D),
Melinda Kane (D),
Cody Miller (D),
Bill Moen (D),
Luanne Peterpaul (D),
Jessica Ramirez (D),
Verlina Reynolds-Jackson (D),
Gerry Scharfenberger (R),
Bill Spearman (D),
Lisa Swain (D),
Chris Tully (D),
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Public Safety and Preparedness Committee (on 03/17/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/ACR157 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/ACR/157_I1.HTM |
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