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This resolution urges Governor Cuomo to declare April 2019 as Sikh Awareness Month in New York to recognize Sikh contributions and promote cultural understanding.
Why it matters
Promotes cultural understanding and religious literacy. By urging official recognition of Sikh Awareness Month, the resolution encourages New Yorkers to learn about Sikhism, the world’s fifth largest religion, and the experiences of Sikh Americans, which can help counter ignorance and reduce prejudice.
Highlights Sikh contributions to society. The resolution acknowledges the economic, social, and cultural impact of Sikh Americans in fields such as agriculture, small business, technology, and the military, emphasizing their integral role in New York and the United States.
Supports diversity and inclusion efforts. By formally recognizing Sikh Awareness Month, the resolution aligns with New York’s broader commitment to religious diversity, tolerance, and mutual understanding, reinforcing the state’s stance against discrimination and violence.
Recognizes significant Sikh holidays and milestones. The resolution draws attention to important events like Vaisakhi and the 550th birthday of Guru Nanak, providing context for why these dates are meaningful to the Sikh community and why broader recognition matters.
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Declare Sikh Awareness Month
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Sponsors
61 Co-sponsors
- Joseph P. Addabbo Jr.
- Fredrick J. Akshar II
- George Amedore
- Bob Antonacci
- Jamaal Bailey
- Brian Benjamin
- Alessandra Biaggi
- Phil Boyle
- Neil D. Breslin
- John E. Brooks
- David Carlucci
- Leroy Comrie
- Simcha Felder
- John J. Flanagan
- Rich Funke
- Patrick M. Gallivan
- Jim Gaughran
- Michael Gianaris
- Andrew Gounardes
- Joseph A. Griffo
- Pete Harckham
- Pamela Helming
- Brad Hoylman-Sigal
- Robert Jackson
- Chris Jacobs
- Daphne Jordan
- Todd Kaminsky
- Anna Kaplan
- Brian Kavanagh
- Timothy M. Kennedy
- Liz Krueger
- Andrew J. Lanza
- Kenneth P. LaValle
- Betty Little
- John Liu
- Monica Martinez
- Rachel May
- Shelley Mayer
- Jen Metzger
- Velmanette Montgomery
- Zellnor Myrie
- Thomas F. O'Mara
- Robert Ortt
- Kevin S. Parker
- Roxanne J. Persaud
- Jessica Ramos
- Michael H. Ranzenhofer
- Patty Ritchie
- Gustavo Rivera
- Joseph E. Robach
- Julia Salazar
- James Sanders Jr.
- Diane J. Savino
- Luis R. Sepúlveda
- Susan Serino
- José M. Serrano
- James L. Seward
- James Skoufis
- Toby Ann Stavisky
- Andrea Stewart-Cousins
- James Tedisco
History
- Adopted
- Reported to calendar for consideration
- Referred to finance
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Senate Resolution No. 843 BY: Senator THOMAS MEMORIALIZING Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim April 2019, as Sikh Awareness Month in the State of New York WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize official months that are set aside to… Show allHide
Senate Resolution No. 843 BY: Senator THOMAS MEMORIALIZING Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim April 2019, as Sikh Awareness Month in the State of New York WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize official months that are set aside to increase awareness of the diverse cultures that make up the communities throughout the State of New York; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim April 2019, as Sikh Awareness Month in the State of New York; and WHEREAS, Sikhs have been living in the United States for more than
years, and during the early 20th Century, thousands of Sikh
Americans worked on farms, in lumber mills and mines, and on the Oregon,
Pacific & Eastern Railroad; and
WHEREAS, Sikhism is the fifth largest religion in the world and
today, there are more than 30 million Sikhs worldwide and an estimated
500,000 Sikh Americans; and
WHEREAS, Vaisakhi is one of the most historically significant days
of the year for Sikhs and is celebrated on April 14, 2019; and
WHEREAS, 2019 is the 550th birthday of the first of 10 gurus and
founder of Sikhism, Guru Nanak; this day is celebrated for Sikhs in New
York State and worldwide as Guru Nanak's Gurpurab and is one of the most
important dates in the Sikh calendar; and
WHEREAS, Sikh Americans pursue diverse professions, and make rich
contributions to the social, cultural, and economic vibrancy of the
United States, including service as members of the United States Armed
Forces and significant contributions to our great nation in agriculture,
information technology, small businesses, the hotel industry, trucking,
medicine, and technology; and
WHEREAS, Sikh Americans distinguished themselves by fostering
respect among all people through faith and service; and
WHEREAS, The State of New York is committed to educating citizens
about the world's religions, the value of religious diversity, tolerance
grounded in First Amendment principles, a culture of mutual
understanding, and the diminution of violence; and
WHEREAS, Today, the State of New York seeks to further the diversity
of its community and afford all residents the opportunity to better
understand, recognize, and appreciate the rich history and shared
experiences of Sikh Americans; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim April 2019, as Sikh
Awareness Month in the State of New York; an be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to The Honorable Andrew M. Cuomo, Governor of the State of
New York.
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