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SR0717 103RD GENERAL ASSEMBLY

SR0717 LRB103 37792 LAW 67921 r

1 SENATE RESOLUTION

2     WHEREAS, Hinduism is the third largest religion in the
3 world with more than one billion followers worldwide and six
4 million in the United States; and

5     WHEREAS, During the month of October, the culture,
6 history, traditions, achievements, and contributions of Hindus
7 are recognized and celebrated throughout the United States;
8 and

9     WHEREAS, Hindu Americans have made numerous positive
10 contributions in all aspects of society, from science to
11 business to politics to spirituality; and

12     WHEREAS, Illinois' vibrant Hindu American community has
13 contributed tremendously to the vitality of the State and
14 enriched the lives of its citizens; and

15     WHEREAS, Hindus strive to achieve dharma, which is a code
16 of living that emphasizes good conduct and morality; and

17     WHEREAS, The Hindu American community will collectively
18 celebrate its heritage during the month of October by focusing
19 on its culture and the diverse spiritual traditions rooted in
20 India; therefore, be it

SR0717 - 2 - LRB103 37792 LAW 67921 r

1     RESOLVED, BY THE SENATE OF THE ONE HUNDRED THIRD GENERAL
2 ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we declare the month of
3 October 2024 as Hindu American Heritage Month in the State of
4 Illinois.

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