“Students should not have to choose between their faith, culture, and education. As a longtime supporter of making Diwali an official school holiday, I am thrilled that our Hindu, Jain, and Sikh families in New York observing the Festival of Lights can finally celebrate without interruption. This moment marks the culmination of many years of effort. I congratulate my colleagues in government, as well as our faith leaders and community partners, for this long-awaited victory.”

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