TITLE: Recognizing April 15, 2025, as Ismaili Day at the State Capitol.

SUMMARY: Recognizing April 15, 2025, as Ismaili Day at the State Capitol.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, Members of the Shia Ismaili Muslim community, commonly known as Ismailis, are visiting the State Capitol on April 15, 2025; and WHEREAS, The Ismailis belong to the Shia interpretation of Islam, numbering as many as 15 million in more than 35 countries around the world; and WHEREAS, The Ismailis have been guided by a hereditary imam throughout a history that spans 1,400 years; today, the Ismailis are guided by their spiritual leader, His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan V, the 50th imam and a direct descendant of the Prophet Muhammad through his daughter, Hazrat Bibi Fatima, and his cousin and son-in-law, Hazrat Ali, the fourth rightly guided caliph of Islam and the first Shia imam; and WHEREAS, Prince Rahim Aga Khan's leadership builds upon the foundations laid by his father, Aga Khan IV, furthering the community's engagement with global issues such as economic inequality, education, health care, and environmental sustainability; and WHEREAS, The Aga Khan Development Network has established schools, hospitals, health centers, housing organizations, and a variety of social and economic development institutions around the world; these efforts are undertaken for the common good of all people, regardless of race or religion; and WHEREAS, Ismailis the world over are committed to responsible citizenship, embracing pluralism, and building bridges of peace and understanding; the AKDN's work is deeply intertwined with the Ismaili community's ethos of service; and WHEREAS, Members of the Ismaili community in Texas express their faith by giving generously of their time, knowledge, and resources to improve the lives of others, and it is indeed fitting to recognize their contributions; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas Legislature hereby recognize April 15, 2025, as Ismaili Day at the State Capitol and extend to the visiting delegation sincere best wishes for a memorable and enjoyable experience in Austin.