Bill Text: CA AR85 | 2017-2018 | Regular Session | Introduced

California Assembly Resolution 85 (Prior Session Legislation)

Introduced

Bill Title: Relative to Interfaith Awareness Week.

Spectrum: Slight Partisan Bill (Democrat 49-18-1)

Status: (Passed) 2018-03-08 - Read. Adopted. (Page 4193.). [AR85 Detail]

Download: California-2017-AR85-Introduced.html

CALIFORNIA LEGISLATURE— 2017–2018 REGULAR SESSION

House Resolution

No. 85

Introduced by Assembly Member Reyes

February 26, 2018

Relative to Interfaith Awareness Week.

LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL'S DIGEST

HR 85, as introduced, Reyes.

WHEREAS, The State of California is one of the most religiously diverse states in the nation; and

WHEREAS, 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 it

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

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

Resolved, That the Chief Clerk of the Assembly transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.