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IV118th CONGRESS2d SessionH. RES. 1417IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVESAugust 30, 2024Ms. Meng submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and AccountabilityRESOLUTIONHonoring 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

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.