HR 253 Michigan House · 2025-2026 Regular Session

A resolution to commemorate the observance of the holy month of Ramadan and Lent.

This resolution (HR 253) is a ceremonial statement by the Michigan House of Representatives to honor the religious observances of Ramadan (for Muslims) and Lent (for Christians). It does not create new laws or affect any group legally; it simply recognizes these traditions and their shared values of compassion and service. The resolution specifically highlights the 2026 overlap of Ramadan and Lent as a unique opportunity for interfaith unity in Michigan. It formally commends Michigan's Muslim and Christian communities for their contributions to the state's civic and cultural life.

Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

Feb 2026

Committee Review

House Passage

Feb 2026

Senate Passage

Governor

Introduced Feb 26, 2026 Last action Feb 26, 2026

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House Introduced Resolution → House Adopted Resolution · 2 edits

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The resolution was formally adopted by adding the names of sponsoring representatives and reformatting the text for official adoption. The substantive policy content remains unchanged, preserving the intent to recognize the overlapping observance of Ramadan and Lent in Michigan.

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Added list of sponsoring representatives (Reps. Farhat, Breen, Fitzgerald, Koleszar, Myers-Phillips, Rheingans, Rogers, Wegela, Weiss, Witwer, and Wooden) to formally identify bill sponsors.

Reformatted text layout and removed internal markup annotations (e.g., '26H_HR0253_INTR_1') to prepare for official House adoption.

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This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).

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Committee

Feb 26, 2026

Lower · Passed

adopted

lower

Feb 26, 2026

Introduced

introduced by Representative Rep. Alabas Farhat

lower

1 primary · 10 co-sponsors