Bill > HB899

This bill establishes two new commemorative months in Maryland: Muslim American Heritage Month in January and Jewish American Heritage Month in May. The legislation requires the Governor to annually issue proclamations recognizing these months, highlighting the significant contributions that Muslim Americans and Jewish Americans have made to the state. The proclamations will specifically call upon educational and cultural organizations to observe these months by hosting appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities that celebrate and educate about the histories, cultures, and achievements of these communities. The bill involves some technical administrative changes to the state's legal code, such as renumbering certain sections, and is set to take effect on October 1, 2025. By creating these official heritage months, the bill aims to promote awareness, understanding, and appreciation of Muslim American and Jewish American experiences and accomplishments within Maryland.

Education, Health and Social Services

https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB0899?ys=2025RS