HR34 - Recognizing the holy month of Ramadan 2025.

      H.R. No. 34       R E S O L U T I O N          WHEREAS, The ninth month of the Islamic calendar year,   Ramadan is a time when Muslims reinforce their spiritual beliefs by   fasting, worshipping, reading the Quran, practicing   self-discipline, and helping the less fortunate; in 2025, Ramadan   is beginning on March 1 with the expected appearance of the crescent   moon and lasts for the remainder of the lunar month; and          WHEREAS, During Ramadan, Muslims abstain from food and drink   from sunrise until sunset in an effort to deepen their faith and to   better understand the plight of the poor and hungry; Muslims break   their daily fasts by sharing meals, known as iftars, with family and   friends; and          WHEREAS, Muslims have been a part of the fabric of America   since the 1500s, when the first Muslims arrived as slaves with   colonial expeditions; today, Islam is one of the world's major   religions, with many followers across the United States and around   the globe; and          WHEREAS, While focusing on their spiritual growth during   Ramadan, Muslims affirm their commitment to working toward the   collective good of society and the well-being of people from all   walks of life, and it is indeed fitting to acknowledge the   significance of this special occasion to people of the Muslim faith   who call Texas home; now, therefore, be it          RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas   Legislature hereby recognize the holy month of Ramadan 2025 and   extend to Muslims across the Lone Star State sincere best wishes for   a joyous and meaningful observance.     Lalani     ______________________________   Speaker of the House                 I certify that H.R. No. 34 was adopted by the House on March   13, 2025, by a non-record vote.     ______________________________   Chief Clerk of the House