H.Res. 785 (112th): Condemning the discrimination, hate crimes, racism, bigotry, bullying and brutal violence perpetrated against Sikh-Americans, and all acts of vandalism against Sikh Gurdwaras in the United States.

Introduced:
Sep 14, 2012 (112th Congress, 2011–2013)
Sponsor:
Rep. Joseph Crowley [D-NY7]
Status:
Died (Referred to Committee)

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Status

This resolution was introduced on September 14, 2012, in a previous session of Congress, but was not enacted.

Progress
Introduced Sep 14, 2012
Referred to Committee Sep 14, 2012
Cosponsors
90 cosponsors (87D, 3R) (show)
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Last updated Sep 14, 2012.
4 pages

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9/14/2012--Introduced.
Condemns:
(1) the commission of hate crimes against all Americans, including Sikh-Americans; and
(2) acts of violence, bigotry, and discrimination against Sikh-Americans. Urges:
(1) educators, counselors, and others to support educational efforts to prevent the epidemic bullying of Sikh-American children and families; and
(2) the Department of Justice (DOJ) to begin documenting and quantifying hate crimes and other acts of violence perpetrated against Sikh-Americans. Expresses support for:
(1) outreach efforts by federal and local law enforcement leaders to prevent violence and hate crimes against Sikh-Americans; and
(2) the right of the Sikh-American community to live in peace and free from discrimination, hate crimes, bullying, and all forms of violence.

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