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IN SR0027
Resolution
AI Summary
- Recognizes the significant contributions of Sikhism and the Sikh community to the United States and Indiana
- Notes that Sikhism was founded over 500 years ago and has over 20 million followers worldwide, making it the fifth largest religion
- States that approximately 700,000 Sikhs live in the United States and an estimated 10,000 live in Indiana, with about 3,500 Sikh-owned businesses in the state
- Acknowledges Sikh contributions across diverse professions including farming, engineering, medicine, science, and business ownership, as well as service in the U.S. Armed Forces and at local, state, and federal government levels
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to transmit a copy of the resolution to Gurinder Singh Khalsa, founder and chairman of SikhsPAC
Legislative Description
A SENATE RESOLUTION recognizing and acknowledging the significant contributions that Sikhism has made across the United States and to the State of Indiana.
Last Action
First reading: adopted voice vote
2/15/2018
Full Bill Text
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