IV 
119TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. RES. 263 
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. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
MARCH 27, 2025 
Mrs. DINGELL (for herself, Ms. TLAIB, and Mr. CARSON) submitted the 
following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs 
RESOLUTION 
Recognizing the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, com-
mending 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 observ-
ance of Eid al-Fitr. 
Whereas Ramadan is the holy month of fasting and spiritual 
renewal for Muslims worldwide; 
Whereas this month of sacrifice and contemplation began on 
February 28, 2025, 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, 
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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 re-
flection for all Muslim followers; 
Whereas it is estimated that there are approximately 
1,900,000,000 Muslims worldwide; 
Whereas over 9,514 Muslims serve on active duty and over 
6,622 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 1,200,000 Muslim vot-
ers 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 eco-
nomic groups; 
Whereas American Muslims have contributed to every part of 
society to make advancements in medicine, science, engi-
neering, economics, sports, education, and the law; and 
Whereas the observance of the Muslim holy month of Rama-
dan has concluded with Eid al-Fitr, a 3-day celebration: 
Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) demonstrates solidarity with and support 
for members of the community of Islam in the 
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United States and throughout the world, the House 
of Representatives recognizes the importance of the 
Islamic faith; and 
(2) in observance of and out of respect for 
Ramadan tradition, the Muslim holy month of fast-
ing and spiritual renewal, 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. 
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