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[Congressional Bills 118th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Res. 1417 Introduced in House (IH)]

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118th CONGRESS
  2d Session
H. RES. 1417

Honoring the BAPS Hindu-American community and the 50th Anniversary of 
                   its Mandir in Flushing, New York.

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                    IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

                            August 30, 2024

Ms. Meng submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the 
               Committee on Oversight and Accountability

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                               RESOLUTION

 
Honoring the BAPS Hindu-American community and the 50th Anniversary of 
                   its Mandir in Flushing, New York.

Whereas the Bochansanwasi Akshar Purushottom Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS) is a 
        pillar of the Hindu-American community, providing spiritual guidance, 
        community service, and cultural enrichment;
Whereas BAPS has grown to an international movement with millions of followers, 
        dedicated to the pillars of practical spirituality and Hindu values, 
        traditions, and charitable activities;
Whereas the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Flushing, New York, was established 
        50 years ago and has since become a beacon of faith, culture, and 
        community service in the region;
Whereas the Mandir has served as a place of worship, education, and cultural 
        preservation, offering various programs and services to individuals of 
        all ages, backgrounds, and beliefs;
Whereas the BAPS community has consistently contributed to society by 
        participating in civil society organizations, interfaith dialogues, 
        health fairs, educational programs, and disaster relief efforts;
Whereas the dedication and commitment of the BAPS volunteers and devotees have 
        positively impacted the lives of countless individuals, fostering a 
        sense of unity, compassion, and service; and
Whereas the celebration of the 50th anniversary of the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan 
        Mandir in Flushing, New York, is a significant milestone that reflects 
        the enduring legacy and contributions of the BAPS Hindu-American 
        community: Now, therefore, be it
    Resolved, That the House of Representatives--
            (1) honors the BAPS Hindu-American community for its 
        contributions to the spiritual, cultural, and social fabric of 
        the United States;
            (2) commends the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Flushing, 
        New York, on its 50th anniversary and acknowledges its role in 
        fostering community service, cultural preservation, and 
        spiritual enrichment;
            (3) recognizes the dedication and efforts of the BAPS 
        volunteers and devotees who have served the community and 
        upheld the values of compassion, unity, and service; and
            (4) expresses its best wishes for the continued growth, 
        prosperity, and success of the BAPS Hindu-American community 
        and the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Flushing, New York.
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