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This resolution designates March 15 as the Day to Combat Islamophobia for a 10-year period, recognizing the growing concern about anti-Muslim hatred and discrimination in Texas and across the United States. The resolution highlights specific incidents of violence against Muslims, including the 2017 arson attack on the Victoria Islamic Center and a 2024 hate crime at a public swimming pool in Euless, and notes that hundreds of Islamophobic incidents occur in Texas annually. By marking March 15 - the anniversary of the 2019 Christchurch mosque attacks in New Zealand - the resolution aims to raise awareness about Islamophobia, promote interfaith understanding, and reaffirm the state's commitment to protecting the civil rights and religious freedoms of all residents. The designation will remain in effect for 10 years from the date the resolution is passed, serving as a platform for educational initiatives, policy discussions, and community engagement to counter hatred, bigotry, and discrimination against Muslims.

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