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The application of the Hindu Code Bills have been controversial in determining who is to be called a Hindu and who is entitled to be exempted from certain rules of Hindu law. [7] They are also still contentious among many communities, including women's, nationalist and religious groups.
Bernie Whitebear , American Indian activist, a co-founder of the Seattle Indian Health Board (SIHB), the United Indians of All Tribes Foundation, and the Daybreak Star Cultural Center. Robert A. Williams Jr. , an American lawyer who is a notable author and legal scholar in the field of Federal Indian Law, International Law and Indigenous ...
In addition to the representatives below, former representative Bobby Jindal (R) of Louisiana was born in a Hindu family but converted to Catholicism. Current representatives Ami Bera (D) of California who identifies as a Unitarian Universalist, and Pramila Jayapal (D) of Washington, whose religious affiliation is unknown; were born in a Hindu family.
The bill was introduced by Democratic Rep. Sri Thanedar, an Indian American from Michigan. At a news conference Monday, he described what he feels is a growing threat to Indian Americans who ...
Lawmakers who support the bill (SB 1044), which passed the Florida Legislature last week, argue that the volunteer chaplains will help address a shortage of mental health counselors in schools ...
The Republican Hindu Coalition is a Hindu-American interest group in the United States that "was founded in 2015 to be the unique bridge between the Hindu-American community and Republican policymakers and leaders." Shalabh Kumar was inspired by the Republican Jewish Coalition to create RHC. [1]
GOP lawmakers in over 30 states have introduced or passed bills to restrict or regulate diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, according to an NBC News analysis.
Pages in category "Hindu organizations based in the United States" The following 9 pages are in this category, out of 9 total. This list may not reflect recent changes .