California 2017-2018 Regular Session

California Assembly Bill AR85 Compare Versions

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1	1	CALIFORNIA LEGISLATURE 20172018 REGULAR SESSION House Resolution No. 85Introduced by Assembly Member ReyesFebruary 26, 2018 Relative to Interfaith Awareness Week. LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL'S DIGESTHR 85, as introduced, Reyes. Digest KeyBill TextWHEREAS, The State of California is one of the most religiously diverse states in the nation; andWHEREAS, California remains a prime example of the power and benefits of supporting diversity and the multitude of perspectives that come from it; and WHEREAS, There are hundreds of interfaith associations and coalitions across California whose mission is to actively support and respect individuals from all faiths, cultures, creeds, and races in order to learn; and WHEREAS, Supporting interfaith activity can bolster civil service amongst localities in California; and WHEREAS, A culture of dialogue and interfaith cooperation enriches communities across California and beyond; and WHEREAS, California will uphold the belief of equal religious and spiritual opportunity and will defend human rights that belong to all citizens; and WHEREAS, Interfaith dialogs and events help support other service oriented organizations centered in community development and social justice; and WHEREAS, There are multiple cities and counties within California that celebrate Interfaith Awareness Week; and WHEREAS, The United Nations, after recognizing the significance of interfaith dialogue compared to general dialogues relating to race and politics, established a World Interfaith Awareness Harmony Week; and WHEREAS, Reports collected by the American Civil Liberties Union, local police departments, the Council on American-Islamic Relations, and other organizations focused on civil liberties all indicate a rise in hate crimes towards religious minorities across the United States; and WHEREAS, Religious centers across the United States have been defaced in acts of religious intolerance; and WHEREAS, The need to support all religious groups and to encourage a culture of support amongst religious groups is more important than ever; now, therefore, be itResolved by the Assembly of the State of California, That the Assembly observes Interfaith Awareness Week during the second week of March each year; and be it furtherResolved, That Interfaith Awareness Week celebrates the rich culture, community benefit, and spirit of interfaith dialogue and interfaith associations, and also celebrates individuals from all faiths who have supported and enhanced their communities across the state; and be it furtherResolved, That the Chief Clerk of the Assembly transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.
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3	3	CALIFORNIA LEGISLATURE 20172018 REGULAR SESSION House Resolution No. 85Introduced by Assembly Member ReyesFebruary 26, 2018 Relative to Interfaith Awareness Week. LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL'S DIGESTHR 85, as introduced, Reyes. Digest Key
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9	9	CALIFORNIA LEGISLATURE 20172018 REGULAR SESSION
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13	13	Introduced by Assembly Member ReyesFebruary 26, 2018
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18	18	Relative to Interfaith Awareness Week.
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20	20	LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL'S DIGEST
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24	24	HR 85, as introduced, Reyes.
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32	32	WHEREAS, The State of California is one of the most religiously diverse states in the nation; and
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34	34	WHEREAS, California remains a prime example of the power and benefits of supporting diversity and the multitude of perspectives that come from it; and
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36	36	WHEREAS, There are hundreds of interfaith associations and coalitions across California whose mission is to actively support and respect individuals from all faiths, cultures, creeds, and races in order to learn; and
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38	38	WHEREAS, Supporting interfaith activity can bolster civil service amongst localities in California; and
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40	40	WHEREAS, A culture of dialogue and interfaith cooperation enriches communities across California and beyond; and
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42	42	WHEREAS, California will uphold the belief of equal religious and spiritual opportunity and will defend human rights that belong to all citizens; and
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44	44	WHEREAS, Interfaith dialogs and events help support other service oriented organizations centered in community development and social justice; and
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46	46	WHEREAS, There are multiple cities and counties within California that celebrate Interfaith Awareness Week; and
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48	48	WHEREAS, The United Nations, after recognizing the significance of interfaith dialogue compared to general dialogues relating to race and politics, established a World Interfaith Awareness Harmony Week; and
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50	50	WHEREAS, Reports collected by the American Civil Liberties Union, local police departments, the Council on American-Islamic Relations, and other organizations focused on civil liberties all indicate a rise in hate crimes towards religious minorities across the United States; and
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52	52	WHEREAS, Religious centers across the United States have been defaced in acts of religious intolerance; and
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54	54	WHEREAS, The need to support all religious groups and to encourage a culture of support amongst religious groups is more important than ever; now, therefore, be it
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56	56	Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, That the Assembly observes Interfaith Awareness Week during the second week of March each year; and be it further
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58	58	Resolved, That Interfaith Awareness Week celebrates the rich culture, community benefit, and spirit of interfaith dialogue and interfaith associations, and also celebrates individuals from all faiths who have supported and enhanced their communities across the state; and be it further
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60	60	Resolved, That the Chief Clerk of the Assembly transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.