Bill Text: TX HR1168 | 2023-2024 | 88th Legislature | Introduced

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Bill Title: Recognizing Eid al-Fitr 2023.

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1-0)

Status: (Passed) 2023-04-28 - Reported enrolled [HR1168 Detail]

Download: Texas-2023-HR1168-Introduced.html
  88R22919 BPG-D
 
  By: Bhojani H.R. No. 1168
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, Millions of individuals around the world are
  celebrating Eid al-Fitr in April 2023 to mark the end of Ramadan,
  participating in traditions that span many centuries; and
         WHEREAS, The ninth month of the year in the Islamic lunar
  calendar, Ramadan is a time when Muslims reinforce their spiritual
  beliefs; they reaffirm their dedication to the collective good and
  their commitment to work toward the well-being of people from all
  walks of life; and
         WHEREAS, Muslims abstain from food and drink from sunrise
  until sunset, striving to deepen their faith, practice
  self-discipline, and better understand the plight of the poor and
  hungry; they break their daily fasts by sharing meals with family
  and friends; and
         WHEREAS, After a month of fasting, prayer, and
  self-reflection, Ramadan concludes with the celebration of Eid
  al-Fitr, which falls during the first three days of Shawwal, the
  10th month of the Islamic calendar; in Islamic countries,
  festivities typically last up to three days, while in the United
  States, the observance is generally shorter; this year, Eid al-Fitr
  begins at sunset on April 20 and ends at sunset on April 21; and
         WHEREAS, Sunrise on the first day of Eid al-Fitr is
  solemnized with a communal prayer, salat al-eid; the holiday
  continues with official receptions and private visits, greetings of
  "Eid Mubarak," and the giving of presents; in addition, it is a time
  to visit the final resting places of relatives; some volunteer at
  food pantries or perform other acts of charity in the spirit of Eid;
  the customs that accompany Ramadan are emblematic of the rich and
  diverse traditions that define Muslim cultures; and
         WHEREAS, Texas is home to more than 400,000 Muslims, who
  contribute in myriad ways to the economic, cultural, and social
  fabric of our state, and it is indeed fitting to acknowledge the
  profound importance of Ramadan to the members of this vibrant
  community as they celebrate with friends, families, and fellow
  worshippers; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
  Legislature hereby recognize Eid al-Fitr 2023 and extend to Muslims
  across the State of Texas sincere best wishes for a joyous and
  meaningful observance.
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