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title: "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."
identifier: "119-HRES-1125"
congress: 119
bill_number: 1125
bill_type: "HRES"
version_code: "ih"
version_type: "Introduced in House"
bill_url: "https://chamberzero.com/congresses/119/bills/hres/1125"
source: "https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-resolution/1125"
site: "Chamber Zero"
site_url: "https://chamberzero.com"
rendered_at: "2026-06-04T08:40:49.204Z"
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Whereas Ramadan is the holy month of fasting and spiritual renewal for Muslims worldwide;Whereas this month of sacrifice and contemplation began on February 17, 2026, 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 2,000,000,000 Muslims worldwide;Whereas over 5,896 Muslims serve on active duty and over 2,300 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 2,200,000 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; andWhereas the observance of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan has concluded with Eid al-Fitr, a 3-day celebration: Now, therefore, be itThat 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;
  - (2) recognizes the importance of the Islamic faith;
  - (3) observes, out of respect for Ramadan tradition, the Muslim holy month of fasting and spiritual renewal; and
  - (4) 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.