256 US Lawmakers Back House Resolution Honouring Indian-Americans
The bipartisan measure honors Indian Americans’ contributions across science, business and public service, with supporters noting more than 5.2 million people in the United States.
- On Monday, Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi introduced a bipartisan House resolution backed by 256 cosponsors to designate July as Indian American Heritage Month.
- The proposed designation commemorates July 2, 1946, when President Harry Truman signed the Luce-Celler Act, making people of Indian descent eligible for United States citizenship.
- Census Bureau estimates show more than 5.2 million Indian Americans reside in the United States, contributing across science, medicine, technology, business, military service, and education.
- Krishnamoorthi stated, "I'm proud to lead 256 of my colleagues in designating July as Indian American Heritage Month to honor that legacy and celebrate the many ways Indian Americans continue to enrich our country."
- The resolution highlights Indian Americans' roots in "a civilization more than 5,000 years old" and recognizes their role in strengthening the Nation's cultural and spiritual fabric through diverse faith traditions.
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Raja Krishnamoorthi pushes for Indian American Heritage Month
WASHINGTON DC: Amid rising anti-India hate crimes and targeted violence in the United States, Indian-origin Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi has introduced a bipartisan resolution in the US House of Representatives, backed by 256 cosponsors, supporting the designation of July as Indian American Heritage Month. The proposed measure seeks to recognise the contributions of more than 5.2 million Indian Americans to the country’s scientific, economic,…
US Congressman Krishnamoorthi leads 256 cosponsors in resolution to designate July as Indian American Heritage Month - The Tribune
US Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi has introduced a bipartisan resolution, backed by 256 cosponsors, honouring the contributions of Indian Americans and supporting the designation of July as 'Indian American Heritage Month'.
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LatestlyUS Congressman Krishnamoorthi leads 256 cosponsors in resolution to designate July as 'Indian American Heritage Month'
US Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi has introduced a bipartisan resolution, backed by 256 cosponsors, honouring the contributions of Indian Americans and supporting the designation of July as 'Indian American Heritage Month'.
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Times of India256 US lawmakers back House resolution honouring Indian-Americans
US Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi introduced a resolution honoring Indian Americans for their contributions to the US. The resolution is supported by 256 members of the House of Representatives. It also proposes the designation of July as Indian-American Heritage Month. This month commemorates the signing of the Luce-Celler Act, which allowed Indian immigrants to become US citizens. The resolution recognizes the cultural and professional divers…
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