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  89R8562 TBO-F     By: Lalani H.R. No. 45       R E S O L U T I O N          WHEREAS, Members of the Muslim community from throughout the   state are gathering in Austin on April 29, 2025, to celebrate the   21st Texas Muslim Capitol Day; and          WHEREAS, Texans made history in 2022 with the election of the   first two Muslim Americans to the Texas House of Representatives,   Rep. Suleman Lalani, M.D. (HD 76) and Rep. Salman Bhojani (HD 92);   and          WHEREAS, The Muslim community is one of the fastest-growing   communities in Texas, with almost 500,000 residents who identify as   Muslim, constituting 1.7 percent of the state's population; and          WHEREAS, Muslims in America are one of the most racially   diverse communities; and          WHEREAS, The Muslim community pioneered mathematical   concepts such as algebra, the creation of zero, the modern-day   decimal point system, calculus, and the concept of raising a number   to a power; moreover, the Muslim community developed numerous   advancements in astronomy, geography, and medicine; in the 11th   century, Muslim doctors invented hundreds of surgical tools; and          WHEREAS, The unwavering dedication of the leaders from the   Islamic community in the State of Texas has served as an impetus for   a more equal and altruistic population; Muslims have held public   office in Texas from the local level, such as city council members   and judges, all the way up to state representatives; and          WHEREAS, By bringing their perspectives to the legislative   forum, members of the Muslim community are contributing to the   dialogue on policy issues and helping to work toward a brighter   future for all residents of the Lone Star State; now, therefore, be   it          RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas   Legislature hereby recognize April 29, 2025, as Texas Muslim   Capitol Day and extend to all those participating sincere best   wishes for an enjoyable and memorable visit to Austin.