Condemns Hinduphobia and anti-Hindu bigotry and intolerance.

2024-2025 Regular Session Introduced by Carmen Amato and 15 co-sponsors

SCR 104 condemns Hinduphobia and anti-Hindu bigotry, affirms Hindu American contributions, and promotes inclusion without creating new laws.

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee

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Summary — SCR 104: Condemns Hinduphobia and anti‑Hindu bigotry and intolerance

Status: Concurrent resolution (symbolic) — Introduced Aug 19, 2025; referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee.
Sponsor(s): GABBARD, ELEFANTE, KIDANI (primary); co‑sponsor Wakai; AQUINO listed among sponsors.
Related measures: SR 85, SR 86, ACR 157 (companions).

Note on source documents: The materials provided include text from multiple, unrelated resolutions (on topics such as domestic violence awareness, bioethics, waste management, and health observances). The section labeled “Introduced Version” contains the text relevant to SCR 104 — a concurrent resolution condemning Hinduphobia.

Purpose and intent

The resolution condemns “Hinduphobia” — described in the text as antagonistic, destructive, or derogatory attitudes and behaviors toward Sanatana Dharma (Hinduism) and Hindus — and formally declares the State as welcoming the diversity contributed by Hindu Americans. It recognizes the size, antiquity, and cultural contributions of Hinduism and the Hindu American community, and responds to documented instances of hate crimes and discrimination against Hindu Americans.

Key provisions

Formally condemns Hinduphobia, anti‑Hindu bigotry, and intolerance.

Recognizes Hinduism as one of the world’s largest and oldest religions (noting over 1.2 billion adherents globally) and highlights Hindu Americans’ contributions across multiple sectors (medicine, technology, academia, arts, etc.).

Affirms that the State welcomes the diversity brought by Hindu Americans.

Directs that copies of the resolution, as filed, be transmitted to:

The Governor of the State,
Every member of Congress elected from the State,
The Hindu American Foundation in Washington, D.C.

Includes a formal statement of reasons (background text) describing Hinduphobia and noting documented hate‑crime incidents.

Who is affected / impact

Primary effect: symbolic and declaratory — intended to recognize and condemn prejudice toward Hindu Americans and to send a public message of inclusion.

Direct legal or regulatory impact: none. As a concurrent resolution it does not create new law, impose obligations, or allocate funding.

Practical impact: may influence public awareness, signal state government support for Hindu communities, and provide a basis for outreach or communications by state officials to federal representatives and community organizations.

Fiscal and procedural notes

Fiscal impact: none — advisory/symbolic only.

Procedural status in provided history: the legislative actions in the packet indicate the measure was read and adopted in both houses and subsequently enrolled/ filed with the Secretary of State (enrolled and filed 2025‑09‑18, Res. Chapter 188, Statutes of 2025). (Because the source documents include materials from several jurisdictions and resolutions, consult the official legislative website or Secretary of State for the authoritative current status and final text.)

Bottom line

SCR 104 is a non‑binding, symbolic concurrent resolution that condemns Hinduphobia and anti‑Hindu bigotry, affirms the value of Hindu Americans’ contributions, and directs transmittal of the resolution to state and federal officials and a national Hindu organization. It is intended to promote inclusion and public awareness rather than to change law or policy.