119-hres263

[Congressional Bills 119th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Res. 263 Introduced in House

    (IH) ]

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119th CONGRESS
 1st Session
H. RES. 263

 Recognizing the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, commending a month of 
fasting and spiritual renewal, and extending best wishes to Muslims in 
 the United States and across the globe for a joyous and meaningful 
 observance of Eid al-Fitr.

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 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

 March 27, 2025

 Mrs. Dingell (for herself, Ms. Tlaib, and Mr. Carson) submitted the 
 following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign 
 Affairs

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 RESOLUTION

 Recognizing the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, commending a month of 
fasting and spiritual renewal, and extending best wishes to Muslims in 
 the United States and across the globe for a joyous and meaningful 
 observance of Eid al-Fitr.

Whereas Ramadan is the holy month of fasting and spiritual renewal for Muslims 
 worldwide;
Whereas this month of sacrifice and contemplation began on February 28, 2025, 
 based on the visual sightings of the crescent Moon;
Whereas Muslims in the United States and around the world observe Ramadan by 
 fasting, emphasizing self-discipline, worship, charity, and reading the 
 Holy Quran to improve patience, humility, and spirituality;
Whereas Ramadan continued until the celebration of Eid al-Fitr;
Whereas Eid al-Fitr begins each year with the sighting of the new Moon, 
 signifying a month-long end to fasting and reflection for all Muslim 
 followers;
Whereas it is estimated that there are approximately 1,900,000,000 Muslims 
 worldwide;
Whereas over 9,514 Muslims serve on active duty and over 6,622 Muslims serve as 
 selected reserve personnel in the United States Armed Forces;
Whereas there are over 200 elected officials who identify as Muslim;
Whereas it is estimated that there are 1,200,000 Muslim voters in the United 
 States;
Whereas the Muslim population has been growing in the United States and today's 
 American Muslim population is a tapestry of ethnic, racial, linguistic, 
 social, and economic groups;
Whereas American Muslims have contributed to every part of society to make 
 advancements in medicine, science, engineering, economics, sports, 
 education, and the law; and
Whereas the observance of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan has concluded with 
 Eid al-Fitr, a 3-day celebration: Now, therefore, be it
 Resolved, That the House of Representatives--

    (1) demonstrates solidarity with and support for members of 
 the community of Islam in the United States and throughout the 
 world, the House of Representatives recognizes the importance 
 of the Islamic faith; and

    (2) in observance of and out of respect for Ramadan 
 tradition, the Muslim holy month of fasting and spiritual 
 renewal, offers its best wishes to all Muslims celebrating Eid 
 al-Fitr, the conclusion of Ramadan, while also expressing its 
 deepest respect to Muslims in the United States and worldwide 
 on this important occasion.
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