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.
H. Res. 263 is a non-binding House of Representatives resolution introduced on March 27, 2025. It recognizes the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, commends the practices of fasting, spiritual renewal, and observance, and extends best wishes to Muslims in the United States and around the world for Eid al-Fitr, which marks the end of Ramadan. The resolution emphasizes solidarity with Muslim communities, acknowledges Islam’s importance, and highlights the diverse and contributing American Muslim population. It also provides context about Ramadan’s timing and Eid al-Fitr’s celebration as described in the text. The measure is sponsored by Rep. Dingell (for herself, Rep. Tlaib, and Rep. Carson) and referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. Because it is a resolution, it expresses sentiment and public support rather than creating new laws or funding obligations.
Key Points
- 1Type and purpose: A non-binding House resolution recognizing Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr, and offering best wishes to Muslims in the U.S. and worldwide.
- 2Observance details: Ramadan is described as a month of fasting and spiritual renewal observed globally; Eid al-Fitr marks its end.
- 3Timing noted: The text states Ramadan began on February 28, 2025, based on crescent Moon sightings, and Eid al-Fitr begins with the sighting of the new Moon.
- 4Community and contribution focus: Recognizes the significance of Islam, solidarity with Muslim communities, and notes that American Muslims contribute to medicine, science, engineering, economics, sports, education, and law.
- 5Demographics and representation: Includes statistics such as roughly 1.9 billion Muslims worldwide, thousands of Muslim service members and reservists in the U.S. armed forces, more than 200 elected officials identifying as Muslim, about 1.2 million Muslim voters in the United States, and the growing diversity of American Islam.
- 6Sponsorship and process: Sponsored by Rep. Dingell on behalf of herself, Rep. Tlaib, and Rep. Carson; referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.