US Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Make Diwali a Federal Holiday, 19 Representatives Back Proposal
The measure would make Diwali the nation’s 12th federal holiday and give federal employees the day off, supporters said.
- On Monday, Congresswoman Grace Meng reintroduced the Diwali Day Act in the House of Representatives, drawing support from 19 colleagues in a renewed push for federal recognition of the festival.
- Known as the Festival of Lights, Diwali holds deep significance for Hindus, Sikhs, Jains, and Buddhists; Meng, who chairs the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus, frames the legislation as advancing national inclusivity.
- If passed by Congress, the measure would make Diwali the 12th federally recognized holiday in the United States, backed by five Indian-origin representatives: Raja Krishnamoorthi, Suhas Subramanyam, Shri Thanedar, Ro Khanna, and Ami Bera.
- The Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus reported a pattern of hostility toward Hindu and South Asian communities, urging federal authorities to investigate incidents including vandalism and racist disruptions at places of worship.
- Organizations including Asian Americans Advancing Justice, the Sikh Coalition, and the Indian American Impact endorse the proposal, with advocates arguing recognition demonstrates respect for diverse American heritages and values.
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US lawmakers introduce bill to make Diwali a federal holiday, 19 representatives back proposal
US lawmakers have moved once again to elevate Diwali to the status of a federal holiday, according to a report from The Economic Times. Congresswoman Grace Meng has reintroduced the Diwali Day Act in the House of Representatives, drawing the support of 19 colleagues in a renewed push for official recognition. The measure, which would […]
US lawmakers push to recognise Diwali as federal holiday
A group of US lawmakers, led by Grace Meng, has reintroduced the Diwali Day Act in the House of Representatives to recognise Diwali as a federal holiday. The bill aims to acknowledge the cultural significance of Diwali for Hindus, Sikhs, Jains, Buddhists, and various South Asian communities, especially amidst rising anti-Hindu and anti-South Asian hate. If passed, Diwali would become the 12th federally recognised holiday in the United States.
5 Indian-American lawmakers back push for Diwali as federal holiday in US - The Tribune
US lawmakers led by Grace Meng reintroduced a bill to designate Diwali as a federal holiday. Backed by 19 legislators, the proposed legislation highlights the festival's cultural significance and aims to combat rising anti-Hindu and anti-South Asian hate by officially recognising the community.
Support is growing for a new bill that would make Diwali an official federal holiday in the United States. The House of Representatives
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