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HCR 95

DESIGNATING JANUARY AS “MUSLIM HERITAGE MONTH” AND RECOGNIZING THE HOLY MONTH OF RAMADAN AND MUSLIM RESIDENTS OF DELAWARE AS THEY OBSERVE RAMADAN.

153rd General Assembly (2025-2026) Introduced by Darius Brown and 15 co-sponsors

Delaware designates January as Muslim Heritage Month and formally recognizes Ramadan observance by Muslim state residents, passing both chambers with overwhelming bipartisan support.

Passed By Senate. Votes: 18 YES 3 NOT VOTING
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Bill Summary · HCR 95

Legislative bill overview

HCR 95 designates January as "Muslim Heritage Month" in Delaware and formally recognizes the Islamic holy month of Ramadan and Muslim residents observing it. The resolution passed both chambers with broad support, indicating legislative acknowledgment of Delaware's Muslim community and their religious observances.

Why is this important

Symbolic resolutions like this serve educational and inclusive functions by raising awareness of religious and cultural communities within a state. For Muslim residents, official state recognition of their heritage month and religious practices affirms their place in the state's civic fabric and may increase public understanding of Islam.

Potential points of contention

  • Religious preference concerns: Some may argue state designation of specific religious months or observances favors certain faiths over others or raises establishment clause questions, though resolutions are generally considered ceremonial rather than legislative action
  • Competing heritage designations: Other communities may seek similar recognitions, raising questions about how many heritage months a state should officially designate
  • Timing considerations: Designating January for Muslim Heritage Month when Ramadan typically occurs in other months (the Islamic calendar is lunar-based) may seem symbolically disconnected to some observers

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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