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  By: Howard H.R. No. 396
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, Ramadan, the ninth month of the year in the Islamic
  calendar, is a time when Muslims in Texas and around the world
  reinforce their spiritual beliefs by fasting, worshipping, reading
  the Quran, practicing self-discipline, and helping the less
  fortunate; and
         WHEREAS, Texas is home to more than 400,000 Muslims who
  contribute in numerous ways to the economic, cultural, and social
  fabric of our great state; Ramadan is a profoundly important and
  meaningful time for members of this vibrant community, and the
  customs that accompany Ramadan are emblematic of the rich and
  diverse traditions that define Muslim cultures; and
         WHEREAS, During Ramadan, Muslims abstain from food and drink
  from sunrise until sunset in an effort to deepen their faith and to
  better understand the plight of the poor and hungry; Muslims break
  their daily fasts by sharing meals with family and friends, and the
  end of Ramadan is celebrated with a three-day festival known as Eid
  al-Fitr; this year, Ramadan is expected to begin on April 12, with
  the sighting of the crescent moon, and continue until the evening of
  May 12, 2021; and
         WHEREAS, While focusing on their spiritual growth during
  Ramadan, Muslims affirm their commitment to working toward the
  collective good of society and the well-being of people from all
  walks of life, and it is indeed fitting to acknowledge the
  significance of this special occasion to people of the Muslim faith
  who call Texas home; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas
  Legislature hereby recognize the holy month of Ramadan 2021 and
  extend to Muslims across the State of Texas sincere best wishes for
  a joyous and meaningful observance of Eid al-Fitr.