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J26Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Condemn Hate and Discrimination

Official title

“Condemning anti-immigrant activity, racial bias and discrimination, and reaffirming community safety, trust and well-being in the State of New York”

Sponsor Velmanette MontgomerySD-25
Status
In Senate Committee
Finance
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Passage
0%

What's happening

This resolution condemns hate, discrimination, and anti-immigrant activity, reaffirming community safety and inclusion in New York State.

Why it matters

  1. Addresses the rising trend of hate and intolerance. The resolution acknowledges a documented increase in hate crimes and hateful acts across New York, highlighting that these incidents threaten the safety and well-being of diverse communities.

  2. Emphasizes the value of diversity. By reaffirming New York’s commitment to inclusion, the resolution underlines the economic, cultural, and social contributions that immigrants and people of all backgrounds make to the state’s vitality.

  3. Seeks to foster mutual respect and understanding. The resolution calls on all New Yorkers to actively consider and respect different values, beliefs, and philosophies, aiming to strengthen the social fabric and promote a culture of compassion.

  4. Signals legislative priorities. By formally condemning hate and discrimination, the State Legislature sets a clear tone for future policymaking and community engagement, encouraging supportive environments and equal opportunities for all residents.

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Condemn Hate and Discrimination

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Velmanette Montgomery

Senator · Senate District 25

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History

  1. Referred to finance

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Senate Resolution No. 26 BY: Senator MONTGOMERY CONDEMNING anti-immigrant activity, racial bias and discrimination, anti-semitism, islamophobia, hate speech, hate crimes, and harassment, and reaffirming community safety, trust and well-being in the State of… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 26 BY: Senator MONTGOMERY CONDEMNING anti-immigrant activity, racial bias and discrimination, anti-semitism, islamophobia, hate speech, hate crimes, and harassment, and reaffirming community safety, trust and well-being in the State of New York WHEREAS, This Legislative Body has a history of standing against bigotry, harassment, discrimination, injustice, and all other manifestations of intolerance; our diversity is a symbol of our strength as a State and Nation; and WHEREAS, Each and every New Yorker seeks peace, stability, and a better quality of life for their families, and their many contributions to social, religious, cultural, and economic life greatly enrich our communities; and WHEREAS, There has been a dramatic increase in hateful and intolerant acts against our State's diverse population; these actions are contrary to the American values of acceptance, welcoming, and fellowship with those of all faiths, beliefs, and cultures; and WHEREAS, All of our residents, including the large population of foreign born residents who live in New York, should be free to go about their daily life without fear of hate speech, hate crimes, harassment, or deportation; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is reaching out to all citizens of the State of New York to consider the different values, beliefs, opinions, faiths, and philosophies of others; to foster the caring and compassionate spirit of humanity; and to cultivate and acknowledge respect toward others within our communities; and WHEREAS, It is imperative to safeguard our diverse population throughout this great Empire State, and to offer all persons a supportive environment and equal opportunities with the promise of a future of respect and security; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to condemn anti-immigrant activity, racial bias and discrimination, anti-semitism, islamophobia, hate speech, hate crimes, and harassment, and reaffirming community safety, trust and well-being in the State of New York.

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