Vice Chair Crowley Amendment to Recognize Diversity of U.S. Armed Forces Adopted by U.S. House of Representatives

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On Thursday, May 14, the U.S. House of Representatives passed an amendment to the FY2016 National Defense Authorization (NDAA), offered by Rep. Joe Crowley (D-Queens, the Bronx), Vice Chair of the Democratic Caucus, to recognize the diversity of members of the U.S. Armed Forces. The amendment recognizes the diversity of servicemembers, including a variety of national, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, as well as religious traditions, and calls for continued promotion of diversity in our Armed Forces. Crowley is a leading voice in Congress calling for an end to the presumptive ban on Sikhs serving in the U.S. military and led a successful, multi-year effort to secure greater hate crimes protections for religious minorities.

"We are a stronger nation, and a stronger military, because of our rich diversity. Our Armed Forces brings people of all backgrounds, of all religions, together in defense of our country, and my amendment demonstrates our commitment to continuing the long and proud tradition of welcoming servicemembers from every walk of life."

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