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A resolution expressing support for the recognition of January as "Muslim-American Heritage Month" and celebrating the heritage and culture of Muslim Americans in the United States.

USA119th CongressSRES-33| Senate 
| Updated: 1/23/2025
Cory A. Booker

Cory A. Booker

Democratic Senator

New Jersey

Cosponsors (12)
Tammy Duckworth (Democratic)Richard J. Durbin (Democratic)Alex Padilla (Democratic)Amy Klobuchar (Democratic)Tim Kaine (Democratic)Chris Van Hollen (Democratic)Christopher Murphy (Democratic)Patty Murray (Democratic)Andy Kim (Democratic)Peter Welch (Democratic)Gary C. Peters (Democratic)Richard Blumenthal (Democratic)

Judiciary Committee

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This Senate resolution expresses strong support for the designation of January as "Muslim-American Heritage Month" . Its primary purpose is to celebrate the significant heritage and diverse cultural contributions of Muslim Americans to the United States. The resolution also urges the people of the United States to observe this month with appropriate ceremonies, programs, and activities that highlight these contributions. The resolution acknowledges the long history of Muslims in America, from early immigration and enslaved individuals to successive waves of immigrants who enriched society as business owners, professionals, and humanitarians. It highlights their advancements across various sectors, including architecture, arts, business, government, medicine, and the military, citing notable figures like engineer Fazlur Rahman Khan and entrepreneur Shahid Khan. Furthermore, it recognizes the growing and diverse Muslim American population, their service in the Armed Forces, and the challenges they face, such as religious discrimination, underscoring the need for public education and awareness.
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Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 117-361
A resolution expressing support for the recognition of July as "Muslim-American Heritage Month" and celebrating the heritage and culture of Muslim Americans in the United States.

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 118-534
A resolution expressing support for the recognition of January as "Muslim-American Heritage Month" and celebrating the heritage and culture of Muslim Americans in the United States.

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 117-731
A resolution expressing support for the recognition of July 2022 as "Muslim-American Heritage Month" and celebrating the heritage and culture of Muslim Americans in the United States.
Jan 23, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

HRES 119-61
Submitted in House
Jan 23, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Jan 23, 2025
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S340-341)
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 117-361
    A resolution expressing support for the recognition of July as "Muslim-American Heritage Month" and celebrating the heritage and culture of Muslim Americans in the United States.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 118-534
    A resolution expressing support for the recognition of January as "Muslim-American Heritage Month" and celebrating the heritage and culture of Muslim Americans in the United States.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 117-731
    A resolution expressing support for the recognition of July 2022 as "Muslim-American Heritage Month" and celebrating the heritage and culture of Muslim Americans in the United States.


  • January 23, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HRES 119-61
    Submitted in House


  • January 23, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • January 23, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S340-341)

Arts, Culture, Religion

Related Bills

  • HRES 119-61: Expressing support for the recognition of January as "Muslim-American Heritage Month" and celebrating the heritage and culture of Muslim Americans in the United States.

A resolution expressing support for the recognition of January as "Muslim-American Heritage Month" and celebrating the heritage and culture of Muslim Americans in the United States.

USA119th CongressSRES-33| Senate 
| Updated: 1/23/2025
This Senate resolution expresses strong support for the designation of January as "Muslim-American Heritage Month" . Its primary purpose is to celebrate the significant heritage and diverse cultural contributions of Muslim Americans to the United States. The resolution also urges the people of the United States to observe this month with appropriate ceremonies, programs, and activities that highlight these contributions. The resolution acknowledges the long history of Muslims in America, from early immigration and enslaved individuals to successive waves of immigrants who enriched society as business owners, professionals, and humanitarians. It highlights their advancements across various sectors, including architecture, arts, business, government, medicine, and the military, citing notable figures like engineer Fazlur Rahman Khan and entrepreneur Shahid Khan. Furthermore, it recognizes the growing and diverse Muslim American population, their service in the Armed Forces, and the challenges they face, such as religious discrimination, underscoring the need for public education and awareness.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 117-361
A resolution expressing support for the recognition of July as "Muslim-American Heritage Month" and celebrating the heritage and culture of Muslim Americans in the United States.

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 118-534
A resolution expressing support for the recognition of January as "Muslim-American Heritage Month" and celebrating the heritage and culture of Muslim Americans in the United States.

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 117-731
A resolution expressing support for the recognition of July 2022 as "Muslim-American Heritage Month" and celebrating the heritage and culture of Muslim Americans in the United States.
Jan 23, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

HRES 119-61
Submitted in House
Jan 23, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Jan 23, 2025
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S340-341)
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 117-361
    A resolution expressing support for the recognition of July as "Muslim-American Heritage Month" and celebrating the heritage and culture of Muslim Americans in the United States.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 118-534
    A resolution expressing support for the recognition of January as "Muslim-American Heritage Month" and celebrating the heritage and culture of Muslim Americans in the United States.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 117-731
    A resolution expressing support for the recognition of July 2022 as "Muslim-American Heritage Month" and celebrating the heritage and culture of Muslim Americans in the United States.


  • January 23, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HRES 119-61
    Submitted in House


  • January 23, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • January 23, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S340-341)
Cory A. Booker

Cory A. Booker

Democratic Senator

New Jersey

Cosponsors (12)
Tammy Duckworth (Democratic)Richard J. Durbin (Democratic)Alex Padilla (Democratic)Amy Klobuchar (Democratic)Tim Kaine (Democratic)Chris Van Hollen (Democratic)Christopher Murphy (Democratic)Patty Murray (Democratic)Andy Kim (Democratic)Peter Welch (Democratic)Gary C. Peters (Democratic)Richard Blumenthal (Democratic)

Judiciary Committee

Arts, Culture, Religion

Related Bills

  • HRES 119-61: Expressing support for the recognition of January as "Muslim-American Heritage Month" and celebrating the heritage and culture of Muslim Americans in the United States.
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted