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R E S O L U T I O N
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WHEREAS, The Bahá'í Faith, a worldwide religion that |
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originated in the mid-19th century, is dedicated to promoting the |
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principles of unity, peace, and justice, while emphasizing the |
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oneness of humanity and the equal worth of all people; and |
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WHEREAS, This religious group has been an integral part of |
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Texas for many decades, and its adherents have greatly enriched our |
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state through their acts of service and interfaith collaboration |
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and through their support for initiatives that promote education, |
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community development, and racial harmony; and |
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WHEREAS, Across Texas, Bahá'ís uphold their faith's core |
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teachings of love, service, and the independent investigation of |
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truth, and they strive to foster understanding and cooperation |
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among people from all walks of life; and |
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WHEREAS, The observance of Bahá'í Day provides an opportunity |
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for all Texans to recognize and appreciate the positive difference |
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that the Bahá'í community has made in our state, as well as to |
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reflect on the universal values of peace, justice, and social |
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progress that are the foundation of the religion; and |
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WHEREAS, The Bahá'í Faith has inspired countless followers to |
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become agents of change for the good of all humankind, and through |
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the celebration of Bahá'í Day at the State Capitol, we are affirming |
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our state's commitment to diversity, inclusivity, and the shared |
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pursuit of a more just and unified society; now, therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas |
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Legislature hereby recognize April 29, 2025, as Bahá'í Day at the |
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State Capitol and encourage all Texans to join in honoring the |
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contributions of the Bahá'í community to our great state. |
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Bhojani |
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Speaker of the House |
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I certify that H.R. No. 445 was adopted by the House on April |
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17, 2025, by the following vote: Yeas 84, Nays 57, 1 present, not |
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voting. |
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______________________________ |
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Chief Clerk of the House |
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