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WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) introduced a Congressional resolution recognizing Eid al-Fitr, offering best wishes and respects to all Muslims at the conclusion of Ramadan.

“As Ramadan comes to a close, this is a time for our Muslim friends and neighbors to reflect and recommit to the values of gratitude, compassion, and generosity, which are critical for our humanity,” said Rep. Dingell. “As we recover from the past year, it’s important to safely join together to celebrate and recognize the strength and leadership of the Muslim community in Michigan and across the world.”

Original cosponsors of the legislation include: Representatives André Carson (D-IN), Judy Chu (D-CA), Raúl M. Grijalva (D-AZ), Ilhan Omar (D-MN), Bill Pascrell, Jr. (D-NJ), Bobby L. Rush (D-IL), Jan Schakowsky (D-IL), and Rashida Tlaib (D-MI).

Text of the resolution is available here and below:

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.

Whereas Ramadan is the holy month of fasting and spiritual renewal for Muslims worldwide;

Whereas this month of sacrifice and contemplation began on the evening of Monday, April 12, 2021, based on the visual sightings of the crescent moon;

Whereas Muslims in the United States and around the world observe Ramadan by fasting, emphasizing self-discipline, worship, charity, and reading the Holy Quran to improve patience, humility, and spirituality;

Whereas Ramadan continued until the evening of Wednesday, May 12, 2021, with the celebration of Eid al-Fitr;

Whereas Eid al-Fitr begins each year with the sighting of the new moon, signifying a month-long end to fasting and reflection for all Muslim followers;

Whereas it is estimated that there are approximately 1,800,000,000 Muslims worldwide;

Whereas over 4,500 Muslims serve on active duty and over 2,300 Muslims serve as selected reserve personnel in the States Armed Forces;

Whereas the Muslim population has been growing in the United States and today’s American Muslim population is a tapestry of ethnic, racial, linguistic, social, and economic groups;

Whereas American Muslims have contributed to every part of society to make advancements in medicine, science, engineering, economics, sports, education, and the law; and

Whereas the observance of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan has concluded with Eid al-Fitr, a three-day celebration:

Now, therefore, be it resolved, that—

1. 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 importance of the Islamic faith; and
2. in observance of and out of respect for Ramadan tradition, the Muslim holy month of fasting and spiritual renewal, the House of Representatives offers its best wishes to all Muslims celebrating Eid al-Fitr, the conclusion of Ramadan, while also expressing its deepest respect to Muslims in the United States and worldwide on this important occasion.

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