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FL H8053
Resolution
Status
Introduced
4/15/2025
Primary Sponsor
Fentrice Driskell
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AI Summary
- Recognizes October 2025 as "Hindu-American Heritage Month" in Florida
- Notes there are approximately 1 billion Hindus worldwide and 2,230,000 Hindu Americans living in the United States
- Marks the 132nd anniversary of Swami Vivekananda introducing Hinduism to the U.S. at the 1893 World's Parliament of Religions in Chicago and the 125th anniversary of his founding the Vedanta Society in San Francisco
- Highlights that Hindu Americans have a 77 percent college attainment rate and actively engage in selfless service (seva) through charity, public service, and free medical and legal services
- Seeks to increase awareness and understanding of the Hindu American community and acknowledge significant contributions made by Floridians of Hindu heritage
Legislative Description
Hindu-American Heritage Month
Last Action
Adopted by Publication
4/17/2025
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