; Whereas Sikhs of the United States served in the United States military during the World Wars; Whereas Sikhs stand for— (1) equality of gender; (2) equality of race; and (3) freedom of faith; Whereas Hoosier Sikhs are one of the fastest growing business communities in Indiana; Whereas Sikhs of the United States distinguish themselves by fostering respect among all people through faith and service; Whereas Sikhism preaches a message of devotion, truthful living, equality of mankind, and social justice; Whereas the House of Representatives is committed to providing education to the people of the United States about— (1) the religions of the world; (2) the value of religious diversity; (3) tolerance grounded in the principles of the First Amendment to the Constitution of the United States; (4) a culture of mutual understanding; and (5) the importance of reducing violence; and Whereas the House of Representatives seeks to further diversity in the House of Representatives community and afford all people of the United States the opportunity to better understand, recognize, and appreciate the rich history and shared experiences of Sikhs of the United States: Now, therefore, be it