TITLE: Recognizing the Muslim Democratic Caucus of Texas for its grassroots activism.

SUMMARY: Recognizing the Muslim Democratic Caucus of Texas for its grassroots activism.

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WHEREAS, The members of the Muslim Democratic Caucus of Texas are making a positive difference in the Lone Star State through their advocacy; and WHEREAS, The founding chapter of the American Muslim Democratic Caucus, MDC of Texas was established in 2004 to give voice to a segment of the electorate in need of greater political representation at the state and national level; and WHEREAS, MDCT has participated in state Democratic Party conventions to raise awareness of issues affecting the Muslim community; it sponsors information booths at various party events and organizes voter registration drives, as well as candidate outreach events and volunteer programs; in addition, members work to improve turnout for elections; and WHEREAS, Since its inception, MDCT has increased the number of Muslim precinct chairs and delegates in the Democratic Party; it has also enhanced the involvement of community leaders in county and state party executive committees; and WHEREAS, Our democracy is stronger when all constituencies are engaged in civic life, and through its noteworthy endeavors, the Muslim Democratic Caucus of Texas is helping to ensure that the concerns of its faith community are heard; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas Legislature hereby recognize the Muslim Democratic Caucus of Texas for its grassroots activism and commend the group's members for their dedication; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for the organization as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Ramos Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 503 was adopted by the House on April 9, 2021, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House