H.Res. 192

[Congressional Bills 119th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Res. 192 Introduced in House (IH)]

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119th CONGRESS
1st Session
H. RES. 192

Recognizing the commencement of Ramadan, the Muslim holy month of 
fasting and spiritual renewal, and commending Muslims in the United 
States and throughout the world for their faith.

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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

March 5, 2025

Mr. Carson (for himself, Ms. Omar, Ms. Simon, and Ms. Tlaib) submitted 
the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on 
Foreign Affairs

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RESOLUTION

Recognizing the commencement of Ramadan, the Muslim holy month of 
fasting and spiritual renewal, and commending Muslims in the United 
States and throughout the world for their faith.

Whereas it is estimated that there are approximately 1,900,000,000 Muslims 
worldwide and 4,500,000 Muslims in the United States;
Whereas Ramadan is the holy month of fasting and spiritual renewal for Muslims 
worldwide, and is the 9th month of the Muslim calendar year;
Whereas the observance of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan commences at dusk on 
February 28, 2025, and continues for one lunar month;
Whereas one of the purposes of fasting during the holy month of Ramadan is for 
Muslims to gain a better understanding of the plight faced by those who 
are less fortunate;
Whereas American Muslims contribute greatly to charitable organizations that 
help people from all faiths in the United States and around the world by 
providing food for the hungry, medical assistance, family services, 
scholastic supplies, before and after school programs, refugee 
resettlement, and relief efforts following natural disasters;
Whereas American Muslims have contributed greatly to the United States, serving 
as medical professionals, teachers, first responders, journalists, 
writers, artists, athletes, small business owners, professors, 
activists, community leaders, and elected public officials across 
government representing both major political parties;
Whereas the American Muslim community is among the most racially diverse faith 
groups in the United States;
Whereas Thomas Jefferson was the first President to host an iftar, the meal 
breaking fast during Ramadan, at the White House in 1805, and every 
President since 1996 has hosted an iftar for members of the community 
during their Presidencies;
Whereas the Department of State and United States Agency for International 
Development have hosted iftars through the years for staff and members 
of the diplomatic community;
Whereas the Department of Agriculture has hosted iftar dinners since 2008 to 
recognize and welcome interfaith dialogue and collaboration with 
individuals and organizations whose core values often overlap 
significantly with the mission of the Department, including disaster 
recovery, reducing food waste, ensuring access to nutritious food, and 
fostering safe, prosperous, and thriving communities;
Whereas the Pentagon has held iftar dinners to celebrate Ramadan starting in 
1999, recognizing American Muslims serving in all branches of the United 
States military; and
Whereas over 5,500 Muslims serve on active duty, and over 2,300 Muslims serve as 
selected reserve personnel in the United States Armed Forces: Now, 
therefore, be it
Resolved, That--
(1) in order to demonstrate solidarity with and support for 
members of the community of Islam in the United States and 
throughout the world, the House of Representatives recognizes 
the Islamic faith as one of the great religions of the world; 
and
(2) in observance of and out of respect for the 
commencement of Ramadan, the Muslim holy month of fasting and 
spiritual renewal, the House of Representatives acknowledges 
the onset of Ramadan and expresses its deepest respect to 
Muslims in the United States and throughout the world on this 
significant occasion.
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