88R10612 JH-D
 
  By: Lalani H.R. No. 117
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, Members of the Muslim community from throughout the
  state are gathering in Austin on January 31, 2023, to celebrate the
  20th Texas Muslim Capitol Day; and
         WHEREAS, Texans made history in 2022 with the election of the
  first two Muslim Americans to the Texas House of Representatives,
  Rep. Suleman Lalani, M.D. (HD 76) and Rep. Salman Bhojani (HD 92);
  and
         WHEREAS, The Muslim community is one of the fastest-growing
  communities in Texas, with almost 500,000 residents who identify as
  Muslim, constituting 1.7 percent of the state's population; and
         WHEREAS, Muslims in America are one of the most racially
  diverse communities; and
         WHEREAS, The Muslim community pioneered mathematical
  concepts such as algebra, the creation of zero, the modern-day
  decimal point system, calculus, and the concept of raising a number
  to a power; moreover, the Muslim community developed numerous
  advancements in astronomy, geography, and medicine; in the 11th
  century, Muslim doctors invented hundreds of surgical tools; and
         WHEREAS, The unwavering dedication of the leaders from the
  Islamic community in the State of Texas has served as an impetus for
  a more equal and altruistic population; Muslims have held public
  office in Texas from the local level, such as city council members
  and judges, all the way up to state representatives; and
         WHEREAS, By bringing their perspectives to the legislative
  forum, members of the Muslim community are contributing to the
  dialogue on policy issues and helping to work toward a brighter
  future for all residents of the Lone Star State; now, therefore, be
  it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
  Legislature hereby recognize January 31, 2023, as Texas Muslim
  Capitol Day and extend to all those participating sincere best
  wishes for an enjoyable and memorable visit to Austin.