American Sikh Congressional Caucus
The American Sikh Congressional Caucus is a congressional caucus focusing on the interests of the American Sikh community. Co-launched by Judy Chu (D-California) and David Valadao (R-California),[1] the caucus seeks to address issues such as military discrimination, violence and bullying of Sikhs and raise general awareness of Sikhs and their contributions to America. On February 9, 2021, it was announced that U.S. Representatives John Garamendi (D-CA) and David Valadao (R-CA) would serve as the Co-Chairs of the American Sikh Congressional Caucus.[2]
American Sikh Congressional Caucus | |
|---|---|
| Co-Chairs | John Garamendi (D) David Valadao (R) |
| Founded | April 24, 2013 |
| Political position | Bipartisan |
House members
As of September, 22 2016, the Caucus consists of 48 members [3]
Democrats
- John Garamendi (Co-chair)
- Judy Chu (Vice-chair)
- Karen Bass
- Ami Bera
- Robert Brady
- Lois Capps
- Tony Cardenas
- Gerry Connolly
- John Conyers
- Jim Costa
- Mark DeSaulnier
- Keith Ellison
- Anna Eshoo
- Sam Farr
- Al Green
- Raúl Grijalva
- Janice Hahn
- Mike Honda
- Hank Johnson
- Barbara Lee
- Ted Lieu
- Zoe Lofgren
- Carolyn Maloney
- Doris Matsui
- Jerry McNerney
- Grace Meng
- Frank Pallone
- Bill Pascrell
- Raul Ruiz
- Jan Schakowsky
- Brad Sherman
- Adam Smith
- Jackie Speier
- Eric Swalwell
- Mark Takano
- Mike Thompson
- Chris Van Hollen
References
- "Rep. Chu forms caucus to address American Sikh issues". Retrieved 24 April 2013.
- "Congressman David G. Valadao to Serve as Co-Chair of the American Sikh Congressional Caucus". U.S. Congressman David G. Valadao. 2021-02-09. Retrieved 2022-03-19.
- "List of members". Retrieved May 11, 2013.
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